# Bold Christian University

>  The International Free University


## Posts

- [President's Christmas Message](https://bcuniversity.net/presidents-christmas-message/): Joy to the world, the Lord is come. Thank you for being part of Bold Christian University’s mission in 2025. May you and your families enjoy Christmas and carry its spirit of generosity into the new year. Merry Christmas to you all! Duke Osborne III2nd President of Bold Christian University
- [Welcome to New Students](https://bcuniversity.net/welcome-to-new-students-5/): Welcome to our new students from Zimbabwe, Nigeria, the United States, Kenya, Italy, Zambia, Thailand, the Philippines, Uganda, Canada, Benin, South Africa and the Netherlands.
- [Bold Christian University: The Oldest Fully-Online University in the World](https://bcuniversity.net/bold-christian-university-the-oldest-fully-online-university-in-the-world/): After extensive research into fully-online universities worldwide, we can inform you that Bold Christian University is the oldest institution currently operating as a fully-online university. Founded in 1983, BCU transitioned to fully-online delivery in 2009. When we say “fully-online,” we mean that all teaching, coursework, assignments, and degree programs are delivered via the internet with zero mandatory in-person requirements. Students can complete their entire education remotely without any requirement for physical campus attendance, practicums, seminars or residencies. Other Fully-Online Universities Many institutions claim to be pioneers in online education, but few can demonstrate both institutional longevity and true fully-online status […]
- [Welcome to New Students](https://bcuniversity.net/welcome-to-new-students-4/): Welcome to our new students from Nigeria, Kenya, Pakistan, Zimbabwe, Liberia, Tanzania, Zambia, Ethiopia and the United States.
- [Request for testimonials](https://bcuniversity.net/request-for-testimonials/): Former students are requested to write about their experiences studying at BCU. These testimonials will then be posted on this website. Please tell us if BCU helped your faith, your ministry or your educational prospects. Please send your testimonial using the contact form. Please specify in the form if you would like your personal information included or not.
- [Welcome to New Students](https://bcuniversity.net/welcome-to-new-students-3/): Welcome to our new students from Kenya, Nigeria, the United States, Uganda, Malawi and Brazil.
- [Welcome to New Students](https://bcuniversity.net/welcome-to-new-students-2/): Welcome to our new students from Nigeria, Zimbabwe, South Africa, Uganda, Denmark, Zambia, the United States and Brazil.
- [Translation volunteers needed](https://bcuniversity.net/translation-volunteers-needed/): We are seeking native speakers of French, Spanish and Portuguese to help translate our free online university course content into those languages. We are looking for volunteers who can help make our educational materials accessible to students who do not speak English. This is unpaid volunteer work that will support learners worldwide and help to spread the gospel. If you are a native speaker of French, Spanish or Portuguese and are interested in contributing, please use our contact form.
- [Student Conduct Policy](https://bcuniversity.net/student-conduct-policy-post/): All students should note our student conduct policy.
- [Welcome to New Students](https://bcuniversity.net/welcome-to-new-students/): Welcome to our new students from Uganda, Zimbabwe, Nigeria, South Africa, Guinea, Ghana, Papua New Guinea, Botswana, Liberia, Kenya, the United Kingdom and the United States.
- [Enrolling now: DBA](https://bcuniversity.net/enrolling-now-dba/): The DBA in Christian Business is available for enrollment on the front page. Please see the Study page for more information about degree pathways.
- [MBA Now Available](https://bcuniversity.net/mba-now-available/): The MBA in Christian Business is now available for enrollment on the front page. Please see the Study page for more information about degree pathways.
- [Welcome to Our New Students](https://bcuniversity.net/welcome-to-our-new-students/): Welcome to our new students from Nigeria, Pakistan, eSwatini, the USA, Namibia, Tanzania, Zambia, Papua New Guinea, Zimbabwe, India and Ghana.
- [Enrolling Now](https://bcuniversity.net/enrolling-now/): Bold Christian University can now offer the following degrees, starting within days: Bachelor of Christian Evangelism Master of Christian Evangelism Doctor of Christian Evangelism Bachelor of Medical Evangelism Bachelor of Theology Master of Theology Doctor of Theology Doctor of Ministry Doctor of Philosophy in Christian Education We are also soliciting applications for the following degree programs, which we hope to make available soon: MBA in Christian Business DBA in Christian Business Please register your interest on the front page only if you have not already done so.
- [Bold Christian University is back online](https://bcuniversity.net/back-online/): Please come back soon to see what we have to offer. Pray for us!

## Pages

- [Frequently Asked Questions](https://bcuniversity.net/frequently-asked-questions/): Is BCU completely free? Yes, thanks to our unpaid volunteers, BCU is completely free. There are no administration fees, processing fees or hidden charges of any kind. BCU is one of very few truly free universities. Can I enrol for this degree? Read our Study page to determine your eligibility to enrol. Is my student number still valid? All student numbers issued before 2024 are invalid and should not be used. We have not issued student numbers since then. We currently do not use student numbers at all. Can I have a scholarship? As written all over the website, BCU […]
- [Tuition-free MBA in Christian Business](https://bcuniversity.net/tuition-free-mba-in-christian-business/): Biblical Wisdom Meets Business Excellence Lead in Business. Honor God. Learn to make decisions that create profit and serve people. Our Christian MBA combines essential business skills with biblical principles. 100% tuition-free. Study anywhere. Start anytime. Seven Powerful Courses Why Choose This Program? Biblical Foundation – Every lesson connects business to Scripture Realistic Case Studies – Learn from realistic business challenges in America, Africa, and Asia Global Perspective – Understand business across different cultures and economies Flexible Study – No class times. No deadlines. Study at your own pace. Who Should Enroll? What You’ll Learn Financial Management – Reading statements, […]
- [Testimonials](https://bcuniversity.net/testimonials/): “I began my adventure with BCU in 2017. I initially joined the Bachelor of Christian evangelism course. The curriculum began with reading the Holy Bible with the intention of learning from the Word of God and gaining a perspective. And strategy necessary for launching the ministry of evangelism. Enrolled in Master of Christian Evangelism upon completing bachelor of Christian evangelism. The curriculum helped me learn more about the Eternal Word of God and become more adept at evangelizing. After completing Master of Christian evangelism, I enrolled in Doctor of Christian evangelism. This initiative increased the focus on researching different topics […]
- [Português](https://bcuniversity.net/portugues/): A Bold Christian University oferece o curso de Licenciatura/Bachelerado em Teologia em Português. Por favor mencione se pretende a versão portuguesa logo após a inscrição.
- [History](https://bcuniversity.net/history/): Bold Christian University was founded in 1983 by Dr. Ludwig Otto in Texas, USA. Today, it is the oldest fully-online university in the world. Dr. Otto served as Senior Pastor at five churches in North Texas and was an entrepreneur, publisher and author. He served as President of Bold Christian University from its founding in 1983 to his death in 2023. We are grateful for his 40 years of service to Christian evangelism education. BCU went fully-online in 2009. Bold Christian University is the oldest institution still operating today whose degree programs are all delivered entirely online, with no residency […]
- [Student Conduct Policy](https://bcuniversity.net/student-conduct-policy/): Academic Honesty All work you submit must be your own. Do not copy from other students, books, videos or webpages without giving credit. If you use someone else’s ideas or words, you must cite your sources properly. Cheating includes, but is not limited to, copying answers from other students and having someone else do your work. Artificial Intelligence (AI) Tools You may use AI tools like ChatGPT to help with your work. However, you must follow these rules: What you can use AI to do: What you cannot do: Writing Standards All written work must meet basic quality standards: This […]
- [Faith Statement](https://bcuniversity.net/faith-statement/): The Nicene Creed We believe in one God, the Father almighty,maker of heaven and earth,of all things visible and invisible. And in one Lord Jesus Christ,the Only Begotten Son of God,born of the Father before all ages,God from God, Light from Light,true God from true God,begotten, not made,consubstantial with the Father;through him all things were made.For us and for our salvationhe came down from heaven,and by the Holy Spirit was incarnate of the Virgin Mary,and became man.For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate,he suffered death and was buried,and rose again on the third dayin accordance with the Scriptures.He […]
- [Contact](https://bcuniversity.net/contact/): Please view our FAQ page before asking a question.
- [Contributors](https://bcuniversity.net/contributors/): Over the last 42 years, the following people contributed to Bold Christian University as Volunteer Staff, Advisory Directors, Consultants or Professors: Mansour Alshamali, PhD, Advisor to Kuwait Vocational Incubator. Senior financial economist, Central Bank of Kuwait; member, Government Privatization Committee; consultant to The Amiri Diwan (HH Prince of Kuwait office) in the State of Kuwait. Associate Professor of finance and Head of The Banking & Insurance Department at the College of Business Studies, State of Kuwait Jalal Armache, PhD, Professor of Business, Lebanese American University, Beirut, Lebanon Margaret Britt, DBA, Professor of Human Resource Management, School of Business, Mount Vernon […]
- [Accreditation](https://bcuniversity.net/accreditation/): Bold Christian University is not accredited. Our university operates as a private higher education institution under the law of the State of Texas, U.S.A. without requiring state accreditation. This legal authority is established through specific provisions in state higher education regulations that recognize certain exemptions for private institutions. State Higher Education Framework State higher education law provides specific exemptions for private universities under certain circumstances: “The state higher education coordinating board does not regulate private postsecondary institutions which offer degrees only in religious disciplines.” Our Mission and Purpose Our degrees are primarily designed for use within faith-based organizations and religious […]
- [Study](https://bcuniversity.net/study/): Sample Diploma Diplomas are emailed as a PDF. Christian Evangelism Pathway BCE – Bachelor of Christian EvangelismNo prerequisites ↓ MCE – Master of Christian EvangelismRequires: BCE ↓ DCE – Doctor of Christian EvangelismRequires: MCE ↓ DMin – Doctor of MinistryRequires: DCE, ThD, or equivalent OR PhD – Doctor of Philosophy in Christian EducationRequires: DCE Theology Pathway ThB – Bachelor of TheologyNo prerequisites ↓ ThM – Master of TheologyRequires: ThB, MCE, or equivalent ↓ ThD – Doctor of TheologyRequires: ThM, MCE, or equivalent Christian Business Pathway MBA – MBA in Christian BusinessRequires: BCE or any bachelor’s degree ↓ DBA – Doctor […]


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