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Lucent University is a US-based nonprofit evangelical institution providing affordable online ministry training for people all over the world. Our programs are practical in nature and will prepare you with all the skills you need to minister effectively in your Church, community, or the mission field.

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Free 7 Days Trial � No Credit Card RequiredTheology & Ministry Degrees OnlineAffordable Tuition Based on Your Country100% Online � Study From AnywhereAccredited US-Based InstitutionPrograms Starting at US$15/moFree 7 Days Trial � No Credit Card RequiredTheology & Ministry Degrees Online
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World-Class Ministry Training

Lucent University is a US-based nonprofit evangelical institution providing affordable online ministry training for people all over the world. We are a mission-minded organization focused on preparing men and women for the ministry and the workplace. Our programs are designed considering the spiritual and material challenges Gospel Ministers face in the real world.

ReachWorldwide
Tuition fromUS$15/mo
Format100% Online
TypeNon-Profit
AccreditationUS-Based

Ministry-Oriented, Affordable for All

Lucent University is an evangelistic multi-denominational school aligned with the historical teachings of Baptists, Methodists, Presbyterians, Lutherans, Assemblies of God, and independent Bible Churches.

We focus on preparing men and women for powerful and effective ministries with practical knowledge and skills. Our programs are 100% online, self-guided, and designed to be accessible anywhere at any time.

Find Your Program

Our programs are designed considering the spiritual and material challenges Gospel Ministers face in the real world. Our degrees are practical in nature and will prepare you with all the skills you need to minister effectively in your Church, community, or the mission field.

Certificate Course

Certificate of Biblical Studies

A Bible-based program developed to address the need of those who want to have a deeper understanding of the Bible.

From US$15/mo Duration 2 Years
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Certificate Course

Certificate of Ministry

Designed for students who feel called to serve as a layperson, teach Sunday school, lead small groups, or serve in the church.

From US$15/mo Duration 2 Years
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Certificate Course

Greek New Testament

Learn the 21st-century way to read and interpret the Greek New Testament without spending years memorizing grammar rules or thousands of words.

From US$15/mo Duration 6 Months
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Associate of Arts

Associate in Theology

A Bible-based program developed to address the need of those who want to have a deeper understanding of the Bible.

From US$15/mo Duration 2 Years
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Associate of Arts

Associate in Ministry

Developed for training students who want to enter the ministry, serve God in the church, community, or in the mission field.

From US$15/mo Duration 2 Years
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Bachelor of Arts

Bachelor in Theology & Ministry

A Bible-based degree developed to give you an in-depth understanding of the Scriptures and equip you to enter the ministry.

From US$15/mo Duration 4 Years
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Master of Arts

Master in Ministry

A Bible-based program designed to address the need of secular professionals that feel called to the ministry.

From US$20/mo Duration 18 Months
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Master of Divinity

Master of Divinity

Our most comprehensive program. The courses were developed to fully equip you to have a powerful and meaningful ministry.

From US$20/mo Duration 18 Months
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