Undergraduate Archives - 91łÔąĎ Walk a different path. Fri, 10 Apr 2026 20:05:49 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 First Generation College Students: 5 Key Resources /first-generation-college-students-resources/ Wed, 12 Nov 2025 20:04:55 +0000 /?p=98467 Starting college is a serious step. If you’re the first in your family to go to college, you already know it’s a big deal. Everything’s new — from financial aid forms to figuring out where you fit. That is why 91łÔąĎ has built support systems that meet you where you are. Here are 5 on-campus resources for first-generation college students.

1. The Pathway Center: Guiding You from College to Calling

The Pathway Center helps 91łÔąĎ students prepare for life after college through career development and leadership exploration. You can get help writing a resume, preparing for interviews, or finding internships that fit your goals. This is especially beneficial for first-generation students navigating post-college plans. Staff helps you think beyond a job title and towards what God’s actually calling you to do. 

Whether you’re preparing for a big interview, or planning next steps after graduation, the Pathway Center is here to walk with you. Meetings are available in person or online. Just visit the Pathway Center to get started.

2. Academic Advisors who Care and Resources that Work

Every Cairn student, whether studying in person or online, is paired with an academic advisor who provides personalized support throughout their college journey. Advisors will meet with you to register for courses and give thoughtful academic advice, keeping you on track until graduation. First-generation college students benefit greatly from this type of tailored guidance. They’re not just here to sign your forms. They’re mentors. 

In addition to academic advising, our Academic Resource Center (ARC) is equipped with support for students of all skill levels. The ARC resources include a writing lab, tutoring, mentoring, disability services, and special “how-to” workshops. First-generation college students like you bring strength and determination to their studies. At Cairn, you’ll have the right resources to turn that determination into success.

3. First Generation College Student Scholarship

Paying for college can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to figure it out alone. Ninety-seven percent of our undergraduate full-time students receive some form of financial assistance. Our Financial Aid team can help you explore grants, scholarships, and loans so you can focus less on the cost, and more on the calling God has placed before you. Plus, first-generation college students can apply for a $500 scholarship to help with things like books, equipment, or other first-semester essentials. If you’d like to apply for the First-Generation College Student Scholarship, notify your 91łÔąĎ admissions counselor and they can assist you.

4. The Center for Christian Counseling & Relationship Development

College can bring challenges that go beyond coursework. The Center for Christian Counseling & Relationship Development (CCCRD) offers Christ-centered care for your emotional and spiritual well-being.

It’s a safe and caring space where you can talk through stress, relationships, or personal growth. The staff includes licensed psychologists, therapists, and master’s-level interns trained in both biblical and human sciences. The CCCRD is an essential resource for students seeking emotional support. Learn more about CCCRD resources here.Ěý

5. Community that feels like Family

The most valuable part of college isn’t found simply in what you learn, but who you walk through it with. At 91łÔąĎ, professors, staff, and students share life together. Faculty pray with each other weekly. Resident Directors and Resident Assistants check in, encourage, and challenge you to grow. Between attending chapels, eating meals with friends, joining a club, or being a student athlete, you will surely experience a culture of connection, rooted in something bigger. 

Because college shouldn’t be just a place you get a degree, it should be a place for real transformation and growth. Being a first-generation college student isn’t always easy but it’s an accomplishment to be proud of! We pray at 91łÔąĎ you will find a community that is ready to help you on your journey.

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Finance (BS)

At 91łÔąĎ, the Bachelor of Science in Finance equips you to understand how money moves through organizations and markets—and how to steward it wisely. You’ll build a strong foundation in corporate finance, investments, financial statement analysis, and risk management while sharpening quantitative skills and ethical decision‑making.

If you want to graduate career‑ready and set apart by both competence and character, this program is for you.

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Develop a standout résumé through internships with banks, investment and advisory firms, corporate finance teams, nonprofits, and ministries. Apply classroom learning in real settings—valuation, budgeting, forecasting, portfolio research, and client communication—while expanding your professional network and clarity about calling.
Career Preparation
From your first year, you’ll engage career resources such as résumé and interview workshops, networking events with employers, and one‑on‑one coaching. Capstone and project‑based courses build end‑to‑end skills: analyzing financial statements, modeling scenarios, evaluating investments, and presenting recommendations to decision‑makers.
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Gain hands‑on fluency with tools used in modern finance. In weekly applied labs and workshops, you’ll practice: Excel for financial modeling (DCF, sensitivity/scenario analysis) Budgeting and forecasting for corporate planning Portfolio basics (risk/return, diversification, benchmarking) Data visualization and dashboarding for finance Communicating insights clearly to technical and non‑technical audiences These sessions build confidence while fostering a supportive cohort community.

Choose Your Program Path

Both learning modalities share the same Christ‑centered foundation and industry‑focused outcomes. Pick the format that fits your life and learning preferences.

In Person

If you are ready to take the next step in your career, our in-person counseling program might be right for you if you appreciate:

  • Strong, faith-based classroom connection
  • Real-time practice and feedback
  • Access to on-campus resources

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Business Analytics (BS)

At 91łÔąĎ, the Bachelor of Science in Business Analytics equips you to turn data into decisions. You’ll develop a strong foundation in business—accounting, finance, marketing, and management—while building technical fluency in statistics, data management, and analytics tools used by modern organizations. Graduates leave ready to translate complex data into clear, ethical, and actionable insights.

If you want to be the teammate who can ask the right questions, analyze the evidence, and communicate recommendations with integrity, this program is for you.

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Build a résumé that stands out through internships and field experiences with companies, nonprofits, ministries, and start‑ups. Apply what you learn—data cleaning, dashboarding, KPI design, forecasting, and stakeholder communication—while growing your professional network and clarity about calling.
Career Preparation
From your first year, you’ll engage with career resources such as résumé and portfolio workshops, networking with employers, mock interviews, and one‑on‑one coaching. Capstone projects and case competitions help you practice end‑to‑end analytics: framing problems, gathering and preparing data, modeling, visualizing results, and presenting recommendations to decision‑makers.
Weekly Labs
Develop hands‑on fluency with tools used in modern analytics. In weekly applied labs and workshops, you’ll practice: Excel for modeling and decision‑making SQL for querying and data management Python/R for analytics fundamentals Data visualization and dashboarding (e.g., Power BI/Tableau) Experimentation and A/B testing basics Communicating insights to non‑technical audiences These sessions build confidence while fostering a supportive cohort community.

Choose Your Program Path

Both learning modalities share the same Christ‑centered foundation and industry‑focused outcomes. Pick the format that fits your life and learning preferences.

In Person

Whether a working professional, a busy parent, or you are just someone who thrives learning through a virtual model, our online program includes:

  • If you are ready to take the next step in your career, our in-person counseling program might be right for you if you appreciate:

    • Strong, faith-based classroom connection
    • Real-time practice and feedback
    • Access to on-campus resources
  • Manageable and flexible 7-week course cycles
  • Familiarity with a virtual setting for counseling sessions

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Degree Completion (BS in Bible) | On Campus

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The Degree Completion Program is designed to educate students in an accelerated and accessible format so they may finish their college degrees. The program is intentionally centered upon the Lord Jesus Christ and His Word. Degree Completion is built around dynamic and substantive core courses on the Scriptures and theology. Upon successful completion of this program, the student receives a BS in Bible degree.

Curriculum Intro

The BS in Bible Degree Completion has been designed with input from our expert faculty in the School of Divinity, ensuring you graduate with the in-demand skills and knowledge that the ministry and workplace needs.Ěý The program requires 60 credits of block transfer*, 40 credits from core courses, 20 credits from electives. for a snapshot of the required courses.

*A minimum of 40 credits must be in general education.

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Biblical Integration

91łÔąĎ is committed to the centrality of Christ and the Word of God and is reflected in the curriculum and instruction. At Cairn, faith and truth do matter.

Academic Opportunity

The Cairn mission statement begins with education and ends with character, because we believe that education should change not only what you know, but who you are and what you do.

Experienced Faculty

Our courses are taught by faculty who are committed to your professional and spiritual growth. Students don’t just have professors, they have mentors who invest in them throughout the program and often remain connected long after graduation.

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There are over 70 unique programs at Cairn to choose from! Not sure if this is the best program for you? Here are some more details to help you decide.

Required Credits: 60

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    • Introduction to Christian Theology
    • The Old Testament
    • The New Testament

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While the cost of a 91łÔąĎ education is competitive with similar institutions, we realize you may need financial assistance to take this journey.Ěý You are not alone.Ěý97% of our full-time undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance.Ěý

Meet Our Faculty

Kevin Mcfadden

Kevin McFadden

Professor of New Testament, School of Divinity

Kevin McFadden teaches New Testament courses at the undergraduate and graduate level. Before coming to Cairn he studied New Testament Interpretation at Southern Seminary and taught for three years in the Christian Studies department at Louisiana College. He is originally from Michigan.

His main role at Cairn is teaching students how to read Greek in order to better understand and interpret the New Testament. His thoughts about the importance of learning the original languages of the Bible can be read . He is currently working on a book about faith in Pauline theology. He and his wife, Colleen, are members at Trinity Community Church in Abington, PA.

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Brian Luther

Professor of Old Testament, School of Divinity

Dr. Brian Luther teaches various Bible classes, including Pentateuch, Old Testament, wisdom literature, and the Gospels.Ěý His research interests include ancient Jewish and Christian biblical interpretation, as well as interpreting and applying biblical narrative today.

Before pursuing biblical studies, Dr. Luther earned his doctorate in electrical engineering.Ěý Among more serious pursuits, this background prepared him to coach a high school robotics team, an opportunity that he looks forward to having again someday.

What Our Students Have To Say

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Cairn’s Biblical Studies program has taught me a great deal on the importance of Biblical and Systematic theology within one’s exegesis and hermeneutic when approaching the Scriptures. This program is one that I am proud to be a part of, and am glad that I’ve had the ability to study under such great professors!

Frequently Asked Questions

A.A. programs usually take 2 years and B.S. and B.A. programs typically take 3-4 years to complete.

Graduate programs vary in length by program. As an example, Cairn’s traditional MBA typically takes 20 months to complete but then there is also the accelerated One-Year MBA that you can complete in 12 months.

If you are looking to complete your program sooner, you can consider taking more 7-week courses at a time.Ěý

The course transfer depends on where you are transferring from, and what program you are transferring to. If you are coming to Cairn from another institution, it is very likely you will have some credits that will transfer. Because there are so many options, we encourage you to talk to an enrollment counselor. If you are transferring out, Cairn is a regionally accreditedĚýschool and some credits should transfer with relative ease. Each college sets their own transfer criteria, so be sure to check their policies for specifics.

Cairn offers a variety of options for prior learning and experience. You can receive up to 6 credits for prior learning for graduate programs. At the discretion of the program advisor, three to six credits for prior learning (CPL) can be awarded for students with extensive background in areas addressed by specific courses. Additionally, advance standing may be granted for Bible or theology credits earned at an accredited Bible college, Christian liberal arts college or university, or seminary. Credits will be granted on a course by course basis.

Cairn is approved to offer financial aid because of its regional accreditation. There are many options available and typically students qualify for at least one type of federal aid. Many students receive scholarships and grants that make earning their degree even more affordable. Cairn offers a variety of scholarships and discounts in addition to options for loans and grants. Please refer to this page for details.Ěý

The requirements depend on the program you are considering. Please refer to this page for details.Ěý

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Degree Completion (BS in Bible) | Online

The 91łÔąĎ online BS in Bible Degree Completion program is a Christ-centered, regionally accredited pathway designed for busy adults to finish their bachelor’s degree efficiently through a fully online format.

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Why Degree Completion?

Students transfer in a 60-credit block (including at least 40 in general education) and complete 60 additional credits focused on in-depth Bible and theology courses—such as Introduction to Christian Theology, Old Testament, and New Testament studies—while benefiting from experienced faculty mentorship and biblical worldview integration.

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Biblical Integration

91łÔąĎ is committed to the centrality of Christ and the Word of God and is reflected in the curriculum and instruction. At Cairn, faith and truth do matter.

Academic Opportunity

The Cairn mission statement begins with education and ends with character, because we believe that education should change not only what you know, but who you are and what you do.

Experienced Faculty

Our courses are taught by faculty who are committed to your professional and spiritual growth. Students don’t just have professors, they have mentors who invest in them throughout the program and often remain connected long after graduation.

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Get an inside look at our BS in Bible Program

The Degree Completion Programs areĚýdesigned to educate students in an accelerated and accessible format so they may finish their college degrees. The programs areĚýintentionally centered upon the Lord Jesus Christ and His Word.

Degree Completion is built around dynamic and substantive core courses on the Scriptures and theology. The student has the opportunity to study the entire Bible in a rigorous academic setting with instructors committed to a conservative evangelical outlook. The biblical studies courses are complemented by a series of courses on Christian theology, whichĚýprovide instruction on all of the major doctrines of Christianity. Students learn to navigate many theological challenges.

The core biblical and theological studies curriculum provides a basis for serving Christ, while the program’s electives provide the next steps in career and/or educational opportunities. Students may also pursue a Bachelor of Arts degree in General Studies. This degree includes the core biblical and theological studies curriculum, as well as a substantial number of arts and sciences courses.

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Upon completion of the program, the student will:

  1. Demonstrate improvement between their first and second years in biblical knowledge and Christian theology.
  2. Develop communication skills in writing and research.
  3. Demonstrate evidence of godly character through Christian service.
  4. Develop a bachelor’s degree-level understanding in biblical and theological studies.

All 91łÔąĎ students must have professed a faith in Jesus Christ as Savior as evidenced by providing a personal testimony that details this faith. By submitting an application, students acknowledge the University’s doctrinal position and standards of conduct as outlined in theĚýFoundational Statements. Below are the admission requirements for this program:

  • Application:ĚýSubmit theĚýApplication for AdmissionĚýalong with the $25 non-refundable fee. Apply today using codeĚýfaithmattersĚýand we will waive the fee.Ěý
  • Transcripts: Order official transcripts for all conferred degrees to be sent to 91łÔąĎ.

91łÔąĎ strives to keep tuition costs affordable despite providing a rigorous education. Courses are taught by Cairn faculty and not TAs.Ěý

The tuition rate for the 2026-2027 academic year isĚý$4900 block rate per semester (12-18 credits) resulting in as little as $272/credit. ĚýAdditional details on fees and part-time status are available onĚýthis page.Ěý

Christian school educators and employees may be eligible for theĚý$400/creditĚýdiscounted rate. 91łÔąĎ also partners with many organizations and offers tuition discounts. Please contact us to find out if your organization has a partnership with 91łÔąĎ.Ěý

Information on scholarships, grants, and loans is available fromĚýthis page.Ěý

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Cairn is a place that faithfully upholds the authority and centrality of Christ and the Bible in its programs, curriculum,Ěýcommunity, and ethos. Students are taught to think biblically about God, themselves, and the world in which they live.

*91łÔąĎ Ranks #2 in Glanzer’s Guide to Christian Colleges and Universities

Meet Our Faculty

Kevin Mcfadden

Kevin McFadden

Professor of New Testament, School of Divinity

Kevin McFadden teaches New Testament courses at the undergraduate and graduate level. Before coming to Cairn he studied New Testament Interpretation at Southern Seminary and taught for three years in the Christian Studies department at Louisiana College. He is originally from Michigan.

His main role at Cairn is teaching students how to read Greek in order to better understand and interpret the New Testament. His thoughts about the importance of learning the original languages of the Bible can be read . He is currently working on a book about faith in Pauline theology. He and his wife, Colleen, are members at Trinity Community Church in Abington, PA.

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Professor of Old Testament, School of Divinity

Dr. Brian Luther teaches various Bible classes, including Pentateuch, Old Testament, wisdom literature, and the Gospels.Ěý His research interests include ancient Jewish and Christian biblical interpretation, as well as interpreting and applying biblical narrative today.

Before pursuing biblical studies, Dr. Luther earned his doctorate in electrical engineering.Ěý Among more serious pursuits, this background prepared him to coach a high school robotics team, an opportunity that he looks forward to having again someday.

What Our Students Have To Say

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Cairn’s Biblical Studies program has taught me a great deal on the importance of Biblical and Systematic theology within one’s exegesis and hermeneutic when approaching the Scriptures. This program is one that I am proud to be a part of, and am glad that I’ve had the ability to study under such great professors!

Frequently Asked Questions

Our program is intentionally grounded in God’s Word. Courses are thoughtfully designed by Cairn faculty to promote deep learning and active engagement through instructor-led instruction, research-driven activities, active learning, and meaningful interactions with peers and faculty.ĚýAt Cairn, the students’ education and experience is designed to shapeĚýChristian character, cultivate wisdom, and prepare them to think, live, and serve biblically in an ever-changing world.

All courses, except the research courses, are structured in seven units and delivered in accelerated 7-week terms.

Each unit contains 5–7 modular activities, including:

    • Assigned readings and reading reflections
    • Instructional videos from Cairn faculty
    • Active learning activities
    • Weekly application projects
    • A component of the ongoing course research project

Faculty also schedule a few optional Zoom sessions throughout the term to connect with students and address questions.

Faculty are actively involved throughout the week—guiding learning activities, leading asynchronous discussions, grading work, and delivering personalized feedback. Online students also receive priority technical support and have access to valuable resources from the Masland Library and the Writing Lab.

Cairn is approved to offer financial aid because of its regional accreditation. There are many options available and typically students qualify for at least one type of federal aid. Many students receive scholarships and grants that make earning their degree even more affordable. Cairn offers a variety of scholarships and discounts in addition to options for loans and grants. Please refer toĚýthis pageĚýfor details.Ěý

Please note that international students are not eligible for financial aid.Ěý

There are six entry points in the program: September, October, January, March, May, July.Ěý

Provided you submit the enrollment materials, applications are typically processed within 2 weeks of submitting your application.Ěý

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General Studies (BA)

Prepare for a variety of contexts and fields through studies in science, mathematics, history, literature, philosophy, and social sciencesĚý– all from a biblically-based perspective.

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Why Degree Completion?

The General Studies program is designed to educate students in an accelerated and accessible format so they may finish their college degrees. The program is intentionally centered upon the Lord Jesus Christ and His Word. General Studies is built around dynamic and substantive core courses on the Scriptures and theology. Upon completion of this program, the student earns a Bachelor of Arts degree.

Curriculum

The BA in General Studies program has been designed with input from our expert faculty in the School of Divinity, ensuring you graduate with the in-demand skills and knowledge that the ministry and workplace needs.Ěý The program requires 60 credits of block transfer*, 36 credits from the specialization courses, 24 credits from electives. for a snapshot of the required courses.

*A minimum of 40 credits must be in general education, including 3 credits in each of the following six areas: Psychology/Sociology, Speech, Mathematics, English/Writing, Natural Sciences, and History.

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Flexibility

Complete coursework anywhere through our asynchronous course design, reinforced by substantive faculty engagement. It is the same courses, the same degree, the same faculty as the onsite program.

Affordability

Wherever you go after you graduate from Cairn, you go prepared and ready to make a difference in your workplace, your community, your church, and around the world. And our competitive tuition rates and financial aid packages help to keep your education costs reasonable.

Campus Community

Community is about more than simply taking classes together. It is more than having a similar experience. And at Cairn, community is intentional. It is attended to closely as an outworking of the University’s biblical commitment and understanding that in Christ, we are one.

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There are over 70 unique programs at Cairn to choose from! Not sure if this is the best program for you? Here are some more details to help you decide.

Required Credits:Ěý120

Curriculum Highlights:Ěý

    • Introduction to Christian Theology
    • Life and Calling
    • The New Testament

Administrator

Business Manager

Camp Director

Counselor

Data Analyst

Missionary

Music Director

Pastor

Professor

Social Worker

Youth Director

NC-SARA Approved InstitutionCairn Online has been approved to participate in the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA), which regionally oversees postsecondary online education.

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While the cost of a 91łÔąĎ education is competitive with similar institutions, we realize you may need financial assistance to take this journey.Ěý You are not alone.Ěý97% of our full-time undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance.Ěý

Meet Our Faculty

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Chair, Humanities department

After graduating from 91łÔąĎ in 2000, Charlotte taught high school English in public schools both in Pennsylvania and New York. Her high school students inspired her to reconsider the place of adolescent literature in the classroom, and in 2006 she completed her thesis on how to integrate both the classics and YA literature in the classroom.

The birth of her first son led her to pursue higher education, and in 2007 she accepted a position as a part-time faculty member at 91łÔąĎ. During the last two decades, Charlotte has taught in a variety of classrooms and developed curriculum for private Christian schools and home school families, including her own. Recently, Charlotte transitioned to a full-time role at Cairn. She teaches a variety of literature, composition, and education courses and serves as the Chair of the Humanities Department in the School of Liberal Arts and Sciences.

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Victoria Bradley Aquilone

Assistant Professor, School of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Victoria (Tori) Aquilone has always loved learning. She started attending Cairn for her undergraduate degrees in social studies education and Bible while she was a senior in high school. Her studies took her to graduate school where she has spent two degrees—a master’s degree in liberal studies from Villanova University and the better part of a PhD in English from the University of Delaware—studying human relationships with the natural environment in the context of contemporary American literature.

At the forefront of Tori’s academic work is the God of the Bible, whose general revelation of Himself in creation, namely His “invisible attributes” of “eternal power and divine nature” (Romans 1:20), drives her desire to learn about and care for that very creation, as well as study literary works that celebrate it. Even with such rich scholarly studies, Tori’s heart is in the classroom and thoroughly enjoys teaching English Composition, Literature and Arts in Historical Context I & II, and other literature courses.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tuition for post-secondary education has become expensive in general. However, Cairn programs rank amongst the most affordable online bachelor’s and master’s programs. While the tuition costs vary by program level, the rate is typically $425 per credit or 12K per year for A.A. and B.S. programs and $300-$725 per credit for graduate programs.Ěý

The current tuition rates are available from this page. Scholarships and financial aid are also available.Ěý

A.A. programs usually take 2 years and B.S. and B.A. programs typically take 3-4 years to complete.

Graduate programs vary in length by program. As an example, Cairn’s traditional MBA typically takes 20 months to complete but then there is also the accelerated One-Year MBA that you can complete in 12 months.

If you are looking to complete your program sooner, you can consider taking more 7-week courses at a time.Ěý

The course transfer depends on where you are transferring from, and what program you are transferring to. If you are coming to Cairn from another institution, it is very likely you will have some credits that will transfer. Because there are so many options, we encourage you to talk to an enrollment counselor. If you are transferring out, Cairn is a regionally accreditedĚýschool and some credits should transfer with relative ease. Each college sets their own transfer criteria, so be sure to check their policies for specifics.

Cairn offers a variety of options for prior learning and experience. You can receive up to 6 credits for prior learning for graduate programs. At the discretion of the program advisor, three to six credits for prior learning (CPL) can be awarded for students with extensive background in areas addressed by specific courses. Additionally, advance standing may be granted for Bible or theology credits earned at an accredited Bible college, Christian liberal arts college or university, or seminary. Credits will be granted on a course by course basis.

Cairn is approved to offer financial aid because of its regional accreditation. There are many options available and typically students qualify for at least one type of federal aid. Many students receive scholarships and grants that make earning their degree even more affordable. Cairn offers a variety of scholarships and discounts in addition to options for loans and grants. Please refer to this page for details.Ěý

The requirements depend on the program you are considering. Please refer to this page for details.Ěý

Apply Now

Ready to take the next step?ĚýYou can apply today!Ěý
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