Associate of Arts in Biblical Studies
An accredited two-year Associate of Arts through the Life Pacific University Micro Campus at Patria. Spring 2027 cohort · classes begin Jan 11, 2027.
- ·Accredited college courses
- ·LPU student
- ·College assignments
- ·Associate degree awarded
- ·Full PBI formation experience
HOW BILLING WORKS — READ THIS FIRST
Nearly all Degree Track charges are paid directly to Life Pacific University through the LPU student portal. PBI bills only the $325 PBI Program Fee per semester — due January 2 (spring) and August 1 (fall), four semesters total ($1,300). Nothing you pay through this site covers LPU tuition or fees.
| Line item | Per year | Per semester | Paid to |
|---|---|---|---|
| LPU Tuition (12–15 units) | $9,000 | $4,500 | Paid to LPU in the LPU student portal |
| LPU Site Fee | $2,000 | $1,000 | Paid to LPU in the LPU student portal |
| LPU Online Student Technical Services | $350 | $175 | Paid to LPU in the LPU student portal |
| PBI Program Fee | $650 | $325 | Billed here by PBI |
| Core Program Cost | $12,000 | $6,000 | — |
Figures reflect full program cost before financial aid.
SPRING 2027
Spring Semester Schedule
January 11 – May 9, 2027 · 15 units total · Year 1, Spring Semester
| Course | Category | Format | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Discipleship & Spiritual Transformation | MIN 191X · Internship | Online + PBI Ministry Training | 3 units |
| Pentateuch | Bible Minor | In-Person | 3 units |
| Christian Worldview | General Education | Online Facilitation — In Cohort Classroom | 3 units |
| Life Sciences (with Lab) | General Education | Fully Online | 3 units |
| Western Civilizations | General Education | Online Facilitation — In Cohort Classroom | 3 units |
Course order/titles per LPU catalog, subject to change.
MONDAY EVENINGS
The Cohort Evening Experience
6:00 PM
Community + Snacks
6:30 PM
1st Academic Course
7:45 PM
Break
8:00 PM
2nd Academic Course
9:15 PM
Community + Wrap-Up
9:30 PM
Dismiss
WEEKLY RHYTHM
A Typical Week by the Hours
- ·Practicum / Ministry Training — ~12 hrs/wk (Sun, Wed, Thu, Sat campus services and the Generosity Center)
- ·Online Coursework — ~7 hrs/wk
- ·PBI Cohort Night (Mondays) — ~3.5 hrs/wk
- ·Staff Rally Chapel — AA students, once a month (~1.5 hrs)
Hours reflect a typical week. Confirm final practicum hours with the Practicum Director.
PRACTICUM / MINISTRY TRAINING
Ministry Training Options
01
Kids Ministry
Disciple and shepherd children from birth through 5th grade — teaching, events and weekly programs that plant faith early and reach families across our campuses.
02
Youth / Young Adults
Walk with middle school, high school and young adult students through discipleship, teaching, services and events that carry faith into their everyday world.
03
Adult Ministry
Partner with our pastors in small groups, Bible studies, outreach and assimilation — the ongoing work of shepherding and connecting our adult congregation.
04
Worship
Serve on stage and in rehearsal — vocals, instrumentation, arrangement and team development that shape how our church sings and encounters God together.
05
Production
Serve behind the scenes and in the booth — audio, lighting, video, graphic design and social media that carry every service, event and broadcast.
06
Outreach & Missions
Carry the gospel beyond our walls — local outreach, community partnerships and mission trips that put faith into action across our neighborhoods and the world.
Placements are matched to weekly campus service needs (Rancho, Pomona, Corona, Newport) and the Generosity Center.
Financial aid
Federal and California state aid may apply to LPU charges. The FAFSA opens October 1 and the Cal Grant priority deadline is March 2. See Making It Affordable.