Missionary Studies Degree

Both Missions and Missionary Studies are areas of study focused traveling to proselytize and perform ministries of service. Degree program at Dordt Colleges in missions and missionary studies may provide students with specific areas of emphasis such as literacy, education, health care, social justice, economic development, or belief-centered ministry depending on the track and school program. Get more details below including other Iowa colleges that offer missionary studies degrees.

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Dordt College

102 Jacoby Dr SW, Epworth, IA

ACADEMICS

The curriculum is designed to give each student a complete comprehensive education from a solid, Reformed, Christian perspective. There are over 30 majors and 11 pre-professional programs of study. Degrees include the four-year Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science in Engineering and in Nursing, and Bachelor of Social Work degrees, along with the two-year Associate of Arts degree, and a Master of Education degree.

ACTIVITIES:

Dozens of clubs and activities, from choir, band, and student government to drama, academic, and social clubs.

ATHLETICS:

A member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) and the Great Plains Athletic Conference (GPAC), Dordt College fields intercollegiate teams in men's baseball, basketball, cross country, football, golf, soccer, indoor and outdoor track; and in women's basketball, cross country, soccer, golf, softball, indoor track, and volleyball. A variety of intramural sports are offered as well.

RESIDENTIAL LIFE:

Approximately 85 percent of Dordt College students live in campus residence halls or on-campus apartments.

FINANCIAL AID:

About 98 percent of our students receive financial aid in the form of scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study opportunities.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:

Dordt College requires a minimum high school GPA of 2.25 for regular admissions status. ACT or SAT results are also considered in the admissions process. Recommended preparation includes: English, 4 years; foreign language, 2 years; social science, 2 years; natural science, 2 years; mathematics, 3 years (including algebra and geometry).

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Career Options for Graduates

Directors, Religious Activities and Education

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate programs designed to promote the religious education or activities of a denominational group. May provide counseling and guidance relative to marital, health, financial, and religious problems.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, directors, religious activities and education employment is expected to grow at a rate of 4.3% from 2014 to 2024

Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in philosophy, religion, and theology. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, philosophy and religion teachers, postsecondary employment is expected to grow at a rate of 11.6% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).