Doctoral Degree

Doctor of Philosophy in Christian Apologetics

Broad perspective of Christian Apologetics through doctoral coursework and dissertation. 6 courses + dissertation, 50 hours.

About This Program

The Doctor of Philosophy in Christian Apologetics acquaints the student with a broad perspective of Christian Apologetics through advanced doctoral-level study.

The program consists of six courses (30 hours) and a dissertation (20 hours). A 60–150 page dissertation is required.

Prerequisite: An earned Master's degree from an approved educational institution.

Courses/Textbooks may not be utilized for more than one degree program.

Degree Requirements

RequirementCourses / Hours
Total Courses6 courses / 30 hours
Dissertation20 hours
Core CoursesMinimum 3
Elective CoursesMaximum 3
No Travel SeminarsMaximum 3
Total Program Hours50 hours

Tuition

Monthly Payment Plan

$2,795

$200 down, then $100/month until paid in full.

Pay Up Front

Save $300

$2,495

Full payment at enrollment. Textbooks not included.

* Tuition does not include textbooks. Purchase at your favorite book dealer or Amazon.com.

Curriculum — Authorized Textbooks

Select your core and elective courses from the approved textbook list below.

CAPO 670

Christian Apologetics

by Norman L. Geisler

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CAPO 680

Defending Your Faith: An Introduction to Apologetics

by R. C. Sproul

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CAPO 690

Handbook of Christian Apologetics: Hundreds of Answers to Crucial Questions

by Peter Kreeft and Ronald K. Tacelli

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CAPO 700

The Art of Personal Evangelism

by Will McRaney

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CAPO 720

Hard Questions, Real Answers

by William Lane Craig · Paperback, 2003

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CAPO 730

I Don't Have Enough Faith to be an Atheist

by Norman L. Geisler, Frank Turek and David Limbaugh

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