BA in Music—Worship and Media Arts | Moody Bible Institute |

Make Music and Media for the Glory of God!

Has God called you to lead and encourage the Church, using the breadth of your musical and creative ability?

In Moody’s one-of-a-kind Worship and Media Arts Program, you will grow your skills in music, songwriting, music technology, and worship leading. In our innovative media labs, you can also develop your skills in writing, speaking, drama, video, audio technology, and more. You’ll engage in a broad range of musical experiences, including applied lessons, recitals, ministry tours, and internships. You’ll gain hands-on experience by leading worship in chapels and area churches. You’ll have the opportunity to join a music ensemble and perform during public events like Candlelight Carols and Founder’s Week.

Program Plan (pdf)

Here’s How We’ll Prepare You for Ministry

With a BA in Music–Worship and Media Arts, you will be able to:

Receive spiritual and musical mentoring through private applied lessons and music ensembles.

Join a supportive, prayerful, collaborative community of musicians.

Combine world-class musical education with Moody’s unique Bible, theology, and ministry core curriculum.

Apply what you’re learning as you lead worship at chapel, your PCM, your local church, your internship, and elsewhere.

Learn from the vibrant musical offerings and varied worship styles in downtown Chicago.

This degree is accredited by the following institutions, giving you further confidence in a Moody education.

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Association for Biblical Higher Education

Higher Learning Commission

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Your Career Paths and Ministry Opportunities

When you graduate with a BA in Music—Worship and Media Arts, you’ll have the practical skills, expert training, and Biblical foundation to serve God as a:

Worship leader
Worship and media arts director
Music minister or pastor
Performing and recording artist
Communications director

“Through Moody, I have seen God affirming me in His calling on my life to serve the church through music. God holds my life in His hands!”

Abby O.

Student in BA in Music–Worship and Media Arts

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.

Learn More about Life at Moody Bible Institute in Chicago

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