Diploma of Biblical Studies

To trust Christ, to live Christ, to communicate Christ

FGS Bible Institute

On-campus, Online and Distance Online Education

Diploma of Biblical Studies (Dip.B.S.)

Designed to prepare servant-leaders for a variety of volunteer church-oriented ministry. Credits earned in this program are not transferable toward an undergraduate or graduate degree.

The mission of FGS Bible Institute is to assist the local church in equipping adults who have believed in Jesus Christ for everlasting life and who are committed to the proclamation of the Gospel of God’s free grace, to become men and women of sterling character, Bible knowledge and ministry skills.

The Diploma of Biblical Studies is awarded to persons completing 60 credit hours in a program with emphases in Bible, theology, Christian education and ministry skills.

Financial & Tuition Information:

Application (one time) Fee - $30.00

Per Course by Resident Faculty - $50.00

1. All Students will need to complete the Student Application and Christian Character Reference forms.

Student Application - w/$30.00 Application Fee

Christian Character Reference

2. Mail Your Application and Christian Character Reference to FGS:

Free Grace Seminary

Attn: Admissions Office

P.O. Box 2707

McDonough, GA 30253-1741

What Happens Now:

After we receive all of your application materials and documentation, we will review your file and notify you concerning your admission status. Upon your acceptance, you will receive information concerning registration and classes.

You may call us any time during business hours, at 404-408-4113 or anytime by e-mail at info@freegraceseminary.com

The Courses Required for the Diploma of Biblical Studies are as follows:

Biblical Studies - Old Testament: 6 hours

BSOT 101 - Old Testament Survey (3)

BSOT 201- Genesis (3)

Biblical Studies - New Testament: 18 hours

BSNT 102 - New Testament Survey (3)

BSNT 103 - The Gospel of John (3)

BSNT 203 - The Life of Christ (3)

BSNT 204 - Acts (3)

BSNT 304 - Prison Epistles (3)

BSNT 406 - Hebrews (3)

Christian Education - 3 hours

CEDU 220 - Introduction to Christian Education

Practical Ministries - 6 hours

PMIN 108 - Personal Evangelism (3)

PMIN 206 - Introduction to Missions (3)

Theology: 6 hours

THEO 110 - Bible Study Methods (3)

THEO 208 - Soteriology (3)

Electives - 21 hours

= 60 Credit Hours