religion pre-law
College of Arts and Sciences
religion pre-law
1-800-334-4111 • www.campbell.edu
The Campbell Program
The Department of Religion and Philosophy is integral to the
mission of Campbell University. For over 40 years, our graduates
have consistently performed well in all they do – graduate studies,
ministry and life. Keeping the command of Mark 12:30 to love the
Lord with all our heart, soul, mind and strength, we offer a wellrounded education that leads to success.
Students can choose from a B.A. degree in Christian Ministry, a B.A.
in Religion and a B.A. in Religion Pre-Law.
The B.A. in Religion Pre-Law balances both a practical and an
academic approach to the field of professional ministry and law. Our
faculty members work to offer students a deeper understanding of the
study of scriptures, the beliefs and history of the church and the care
involved in reaching out to the world in the name of Jesus Christ. In
addition, we incorporate the research and writing skills needed to be
successful in law school.
When possible, we invite representatives from various Christian
law organizations and ministries into our classes to offer insight
into the unique road one travels in Christian ministry and service.
In our ministry-specific classes our students study under professors
who have first-hand experience in the field. Since individual calls to
ministry can be as diverse as the countless areas and people groups
for which ministry is needed, our Religion department encourages
students to seek hands-on experience beyond the classroom; to
make this a reality, the department offers a constantly updated list
of opportunities for service. Because the goals of our students may
include continuing their education at the graduate level or entering
a ministry profession upon completion of their degree, we strive to
equip students for either pursuit.
For more information about the program contact:
1-800-334-4111, ext. 1675 • 910-893-1675
[email protected]
Campbell professors actively serve the Lord and the churches of
North Carolina as worship leaders, writers and program speakers.
They serve on editorial boards of significant religious journals and
write articles for scholarly publication, bringing much insight and
experience to the classroom.
You’ll have open access to your academic adviser. The department’s
atmosphere is supportive, encouraging and accepting. In fact, many
students think of our department as a “family” and continue their
contact with faculty after graduation.
The Campbell Student
Our students are those who feel called to church-related vocations or
to live out their faith in other mission-fields, as well as those who are
interested in a major area of the Humanities. They have a real interest
in serving Christ and helping people. Many of our students pursue
graduate studies immediately after graduation, including law school;
the vast majority are accepted by their first-choice school.
The age range in our courses is wide: some of our majors are already
employed, many in church-related work. We offer an aggressive
program of ministry placement for current students and alumni.
Our goal is to help the right minister and the right church connect.
The Campbell Approach
We use a wide variety of teaching methods to focus on biblical,
historical and theological studies. Most of your classes will be relatively
small, which allows for extensive interaction between students and
professors. We encourage involvement in local churches and have a
large number of ministry positions available for students interested
in serving while in school.
The Campbell faculty
Campbell professors hold earned doctorates and are passionately
committed to the Gospel of Christ. Classes are taught by qualified
faculty and never by teaching assistants. Our students are our priority.
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REQUIREMENTS FOR A MAJOR IN RELIGON
WITH A PRE-LAW TRACK
The Campbell Advantage
Our students become pastors, youth
ministers, lawyers/attorneys, church
advocates, Christian counselors,
missionaries, college/seminary teachers
or pursue other denominational work.
Regardless of your career plans after
college, you will find majoring in
Religion Pre-Law at Campbell can be
a uniquely valuable experience because
it features...
RELG 224, 227, 236, 251, 322; CHOOSE ONE: RELG 301, 302, 304, 313, 314, 317;
CHOOSE ONE: RELG 321, 324, 325; CHOOSE ONE: RELG 332, 333, 334, 335;
CHOOSE FOUR: BADM 221, 222, COMM 160, 311, CRIM 300, ECON 410,
ENGL 302, 424, HIST 221, 222, POLS 229, 230, 443, 445, 446, 447, 449, 450, THEA
113, 115.
Curriculum Outline
Religion Pre-Law
Freshman Year
SEMESTER 1
OLD TESTAMENT SURVEY RELG 202 SPIRITUAL FORMATION RELG 227 ENGLISH COMP I ENGL 101 WESTERN CIV I HIST 111 FOREIGN LANG 101 CONNECTIONS CUW 100 freshman seminarcufs 100
SOPHOMORE Year
SEMESTER 3
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SEMESTER 2
NEW TESTAMENT SURVEY RELG 212 CHURCH HISTORY RELG 112 ENGLISH COMP II ENGL 102 WESTERN CIV II HIST 112 FOREIGN LANG 102 CONNECTIONS CUW 100 0.5 1
HRSSEMESTER 4
CHRISTIAN BELIEFS RELG 322 ENGLISH LITERATURE ENGL LIT COLLEGE ALGEBRA MATH 111 FOREIGN LANG 201 SCIENCE (W/LAB) ELECTIVE CONNECTIONS CUW 200 junior year
SEMESTER 5 SOCIAL SCIENCE ELECTIVE LIFETIME WELLNESS PE 185 WORLD RELIGIONS RELG 251 ART/MUSIC/THEATRE 131 Pre-Law Cognate I ELECTIVE senior year
SEMESTER 7 HRS
CHRISTIAN HISTORY ELECTIVE RELG Pre-Law Cognate III THEOL STUDIES ELECTIVE RELG ELECTIVE ELECTIVE eLECTIVE HRS
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CHRISTIAN ETHICS RELG 224 3
ENGLISH LITERATURE ENGL LIT 3
MATH ELECTIVE MATH 3
FOREIGN LANG 202 3
CONNECTIONS CUW 200 0.5
PE ACTIVITY PE 111 1
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• A program which has demonstrated
remarkable success at helping our
students achieve their postgraduate
educational and career goals.
• A distinctive dedication to quality
liberal arts education, the pursuit of
truth, and our Christian mission.
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• A respected, friendly faculty deeply
committed to ministry and to
preparing you to fulfill your calling.
PHILOSOPHY PHIL 121 BIBLICAL STUDIES ELECTIVE RELG ELECTIVE ELECTIVE ELECTIVE Pre-Law Cognate II Pre-Law Cognate IV ELECTIVE ELECTIVE 3
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Campbell requires 124 hours to graduate. Some majors may require more.
Pre-Law Cognates include: CHOOSE FOUR: BADM 221, 222, COMM 160, 311, CRIM 300, ECON 410, ENGL 302, 424, HIST 221, 222, POLS 229,
230, 443, 445, 446, 447, 449, 450, THEA 113, 115.
English Comp – Students with an SAT verbal score below 450 will be enrolled in ENGL 100; 450-699 students will be enrolled in ENGL 101;
700 and above with at least a “B” average in high school students will be enrolled in ENGL 102.
English Literature – The ENGL LIT requirement may be satisfied by completing any two of the following literature courses: ENGL 201, 202,
203, 204 or 205, or with a 300-level Foreign LANG LIT.
Foreign Language – Students are required to pass a 201-level Foreign LANG.
Science Elective – Can be chosen from any 4-hour science courses with a lab.
Social Science – Courses may be selected from COMM (240), CRIM, ECON, GEOG, POLS, HIST, PHIL, PSYC and SOC.
Ministry Studies Elective – Students must choose three of the following courses: RELG 262, 362, 365, 366, 367, 369, THEA 301, MUSC 427,
428, 429 or 437.
Biblical Studies Elective – Students must choose one of the following RELG courses: 301, 302, 304, 305, 313, 314 or 317.
Christian History Elective – Students must choose from one of the following RELG courses: 332, 333, 334 or 335.
Theological Studies Elective – Students must choose from one of the following RELG courses: 321, 323, 324 or 325.
Elective – Any course may be used for an elective; however, carefully chosen electives will allow for a minor.
Career Opportunities
• Pastor
• Associate Minister
• Minister of Youth
• Minister of Children
• Minister of Education
• Minister of Counseling
• Youth Director
• Christian Camp Staff
• Family Counselor
• Christian Music & Bookstore Manager
• Writer
• Christian Publication and
Magazine Editor
• Association Executive Director
• Consultant
• Church Related Sales
• Institutional Chaplain & Counselor
• Institutional Advisor & Counselor
• Missionary
• Religion Professor
• College Administrator
• College Minister
• Church Administrator
• Church Planter
• Pre-Law
The major requirements outlined within this brochure are intended as a guideline, and the curriculum outlines are only a sample. The most recent copy of the University’s
Undergraduate Studies Bulletin is the official source related to curriculum guidelines. It is the student’s responsibility to consult with his/her academic adviser.