Develop Your Skills in Studying, Interpreting, and Applying the Bible
You can grow in your knowledge of the Bible and prepare to serve Christ wherever you go, with your Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies from Moody Bible Institute. You’ll practice deep analysis of Scripture, focus on how the Old Testament and New Testament fit together, and engage with relevant scholarly ideas. Reflect on how the Bible relates to contemporary life and ministry, and put what you learn into practice.
You’ll study under professors who meet with you, encourage you, challenge you to grow, and share their lives with you.
Here’s How We’ll Prepare You for Ministry
This degree is accredited by the following institutions, giving you further confidence in a Moody education.
Association for Biblical Higher Education
Higher Learning Commission
Your Career Paths and Ministry Opportunities
The valuable insight and practical skills you’ll gain through our BA in Biblical Studies will allow you to:
- Pursue graduate and doctorate courses in Biblical Studies or Biblical Languages
- Work in Bible translation
- Serve in the local church as a lay leader, pastor, elder, or director
- Minister around the world in a wide range of missions roles
Life at Moody Bible Institute in Chicago
Here on our Chicago campus, you’ll live in an uplifting, faithful community alongside your classmates, faculty, and mentors. You’ll also:
- Deepen your biblical knowledge in every class.
- Serve in real-life ministry and gain practical experience.
- Build lifelong relationships with other students through student groups, extracurricular activities, and numerous other opportunities.
- Grow spiritually as you pursue God’s calling on your life.
Meet Our Faculty

Steven H. Sanchez
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