Why St Mark School of Ministry?

The St Mark School of Ministry was designed to develop the next generation of Christian Leaders. It is our mission to create a positive hands-on college experience for future Pastors and Ministry Leaders. We are excited to partner with Bethel University to provide a fully accredited degree at an affordable price.

Helping the next generation discover and embrace their God-given Mission.

BU@STMK combine the strengths of Bethel University and St Mark Missionary Church. Those seeking a degree will benefit from Bethel University’s strong academics while being immersed in the leadership culture of St Mark. Students will receive practical ministry experience in a learning environment that promotes spiritual growth.

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FAQs

  • Students will experience a week that will include: Class time, Leadership Development, Practicum Experience, Study Time, Small Groups, and more.

  • The Bethel University extension site at St. Mark is for all high school graduates and interested young adults, looking to discover and embrace their God-given mission within a platform of vocational ministry or the marketplace.

  • $10,500 total cost is for one year of tuition and fees at BU@St. Mark. The price is based on 15 credits per semester, including 3 practicum hours. The cost will increase if the student registers for additional credits.

    *Financial aid is available for those who qualify. Students may apply for the Federal Pell Grant and Indiana residents may apply for Indiana state grants. For eligible students with the most need, these grants may substantially reduce their out-of-pocket costs.

  • Yes, although each school varies in what they will or will not accept, most general classes will transfer in or transfer out to other schools.

  • Students are admitted in either the Fall (classes begin in August) or Spring (classes begin in January) semesters.

  • Unfortunately, housing is not available.

  • Yes. Each student will have the opportunity to focus their ministry experience in either Children’s Ministry, Student Ministry, Adult Ministry, Worship Ministry, Care Ministry.

  • There are both two-year associate degrees and four-year bachelor degrees available from Bethel University. Both degrees offer valuable life experience, leadership development, and ministry training from serving at St. Mark Missionary Church.

  • Yes, this program partners with Bethel University. Bethel University is a fully accredited institution authorized to award associate, bachelor, and master’s degrees.

  • Bethel University will provide online courses for students, meaning you will be taught by BU professors.

  • BU@STMK enables enrolled students to pay for their college experience using federal financial aid. To know if you are eligible for such funding, you must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at www.studentaid.gov and maintain 12 credit hours each semester.Many scholarships received from organizations outside of Bethel University can be applied to the cost of your education.Bethel University will assist you in understanding all of your financial options.

Kristen Nehls

BUx Site Director at St Mark