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Christian Studies


"I was able to explore the Bible and Theology in a unique way where I could really own what I was thinking. I was encouraged to really challenge myself and think critically about the God who loves me."
[ Matt Wilcox, ]

What We Offer

The Department of Christian Studies includes Biblical Studies, Theology, and Philosophy. We offer two majors: Biblical Studies and Theology

Minors: Biblical Studies, Theology, Philosophy

Students may petition to major in philosophy via an "individualized major."

Departmental Distinctives:

  • Commitment to excellent teaching and to consistent mentoring
  • Intentional integration of Christian faith and scholarship
  • Disciplines of theology, philosophy and biblical studies intentionally interwoven and mutually supportive
  • Upper level classes with individual attention in small classes
  • Faculty with broad expertise in biblical, Patristic, medieval, Reformation, and modern thought
  • Professors from a broad spectrum of denominational affiliations and convictions within the evangelical tradition
  • Opportunity for travel and study abroad, including study in the Middle East

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What our Graduates Do

  • Graduate school in a variety of disciplines
  • Continue on to the Seminary
  • Social Services
  • Publishing
  • Community Advocacy
  • Hospital Chaplaincy
  • Church-related work

Contact Information

Steven D. Boyer
Professor of Theology
sboyer@eastern.edu
610.341.1772