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Whether you are starting college, completing a degree, pursuing the next level of your career, or hoping to strengthen your ministry or professional skills, SCOPE makes it possible to achieve your educational goals.

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All SCOPE online degree programs are regionally accredited, taught by qualified and engaged faculty, and structured for flexibility.

Finish Your Bachelor's Degree Online

Have your life circumstances put completing your bachelor's degree on hold? From Business and Professional studies to our popular Christian Worldview and Ministry program, SCOPE offers paths to complete your degree on your terms.

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Are you ready for the next level in your career? Whether you are preparing for a leadership position or changing careers, SCOPE’s graduate degree programs give you advanced skills and knowledge to take the next step.

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Are you looking for an efficient and affordable way to learn advanced skills related to your field? SCOPE’s professional certificates allow you to expand your knowledge, gain credibility, and move forward in your career—with programs designed to fit your life. 

Earn College Credit in High School

Want a head start on your college education? Dual enrollment courses enable you to earn college credit while you complete high school, saving you time and money and preparing you for your academic future. 

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Reach your academic goals without leaving your life behind

Whether you travel for work, have a family to take care of, or have an irregular schedule, you can take your SCOPE classes with you. Our academic programs are designed to fit into your life. Every course in the program is 100% online, taught by faculty who will engage with you through Canvas, our digital Learning Management System.

Grace Simonelli
BS, PROFESSIONAL STUDIES

From Waitress to Upper Management

Where I Started

I started school at Bob Jones University in 2006, and I was not sure which path I wanted to go in my career. I changed majors a couple of times, and when I dropped out in 2010, it felt impossible to have a stable, solid career. It just felt so far out of reach.

Why I Needed SCOPE

Being a single mom, it seemed really overwhelming having to figure out childcare and attending classes. I really wasn't willing to give up time with my son in order to finish my degree. It was important to me to find something that prioritized online degree completion.

What I Wanted to Achieve

Being in a management position made me realize that I needed to go back and finish my degree. Within a year of getting the degree, I was promoted at my job. It really unlocked the potential for me to go anywhere and for me to continue to work my way up within the company.

Grace's Story
Renee Hodge
MS, EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP

A Passion for Education

Where I Started

We had played around with the idea of what would it take to start a Christian School in this area. The Lord brought people into our lives that had the same desire, so I remember having a conversation with Bodie, my husband, about the school.

Why I Needed SCOPE

As we were heading into our second year of school, we still couldn't find a school administrator. I was the ideal candidate, but the problem was I didn't have the degree to be an administrator. I was going to have to go back and get my Educational Leadership Masters Degree. I looked at a couple of schools that are out there for the program, but my mind kept coming back to SCOPE through Bob Jones because of the biblical worldview.

What I Wanted to Achieve

The SCOPE program taught me how to be a good leader. Not just any leader, but a leader based on the example of Christ's life. I loved how they always took us back to the Bible to look at the example of Christ. We should use that to then turn and be leaders to our staff and be the person that God wants me to be.

Renee's Story
Adriel Solis Pineda
MA, BIBLICAL COUNSELING

Reaching a Community for Christ

Where I Started

In our ministry, we're currently working with a lot of Hispanics, and I found myself unequipped to be able to counsel them. That drove me to have a desire and a passion to better equip myself with a Master of Arts in Biblical Counseling degree to help them with their needs.

Why I Needed SCOPE

The reason why SCOPE works so well within the context of ministry is because of its flexibility. I'm able to take my classes, work with my family, take care of the ministry, take care of work, and do all these things at the same time without having any conflict with my schedule.

What I Wanted to Achieve

We have a Puerto Rican family who live in our neighborhood behind our church building. The man has several kids, and the lady that he's with right now has three kids, and not all three kids are from the same father. It just clicked with me, “How do I deal with people who, even though they are one home, all come from different broken homes?” That was the one thing that made me think about counseling. I wanted to help them in the best way possible.

Adriel's Story
Gabriel Rutledge
MA, Sport Administration and Coaching

Dealing with Difficulties

WHERE I STARTED

Coach John Shoffner invested in me as a basketball player at Webber International University. Years later, I returned to the program to be his assistant coach. When he stepped down, I took the opportunity to apply for the head coaching position. I thought I would be a viable candidate, but I was turned down twice. It felt like a huge setback. 

WHY I NEEDED SCOPE

It was disappointing to realize my basketball knowledge was not enough to be a head coach at the collegiate level. I was told I needed a master's degree for advanced training in organizational leadership. The Sport Administration and Coaching program was flexible and affordable, helping me unlock what seemed impossible.

WHAT I WANTED TO ACHIEVE

SCOPE helped me accomplish my dream of being the head basketball coach at my alma mater. It equipped me with the tools to guide my players in their relationships with each other and, most importantly, with Jesus Christ. I have learned valuable skills to lead others on and off the court and teach my players how to deal with their own adversity.

Gabriel's Story
Sarah Roe
MASTER OF PUBLIC HEALTH

A Wake-Up Call for a Community

WHERE I STARTED

Growing up in Flint, Michigan, I always dreamed of becoming a doctor. Throughout junior high and high school, I focused intensely on medical studies. However, my perspective shifted during my first year at Bob Jones University. I was introduced to various fields within public health that I hadn’t previously considered. This exposure broadened my understanding and ignited a new passion for addressing community health challenges more holistically.

WHY I NEEDED SCOPE

When I decided to shift my focus from medicine to public health, I needed an affordable program that offered both flexibility and hands-on experience. SCOPE’s Master of Public Health program was an ideal choice, providing an online format that allowed me to manage my studies alongside work and family responsibilities. The program’s affordability, interactive approach, and strong support system were exactly what I needed to succeed.

WHAT I WANTED TO ACHIEVE

My goal was to utilize my education to tackle the public health challenges in my community. With SCOPE’s training, I aimed to build trust, support recovery efforts, and improve overall public health in Flint. I wanted to apply my skills to create tangible change and contribute to a healthier, more resilient community.

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