Transformative Education
| Academics at Dallas Baptist University |
DBU seeks to transform students who will transform the world.
To this end, we challenge students to love the Lord with not only their heart and strength, but also with their mind.
Every course at DBU is taught from a Christian worldview, integrating the message of the Gospel with the subject of study.
Do you want to discover the difference a Christ-centered education can make? Let us show you.
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Colleges
Explore all that DBU has to offer through our various colleges.
"There are those who seek knowledge for the sake of knowledge; that is Curiosity. There are those who seek knowledge to be known by others; that is Vanity. There are those who seek knowledge in order to serve; that is Love."
— Bernard of Clairvaux (1090-1153)
Academic Programs
DBU provides a variety of academic programs designed to help students meet their educational goals.
DBU also offers Certificate Programs at the Graduate and Undergraduate levels. View Certificate Programs
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Ph.D. in Leadership Studies (Ph.D.)
Developing and embracing essential 21st century servant leadership competencies, DBU's Ph.D. program provides concentrations in Business, Higher Education, Ministry, and General Leadership.
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.)
DBU's Ed.D. program produces graduates who possess the critical thinking skills necessary to integrate faith and learning for the purpose of transforming students and improving education. Concentrations are available in K-12 Leadership, Higher Education Leadership, Educational Ministry Leadership, and General Leadership.
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DBU also offers Certificate Programs at the Graduate and Undergraduate levels. View Certificate Programs
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Academic Policies & Procedures
- Academic Policies (Undergraduate)
- Academic Standards (Graduate)
- Academic Conduct
- Academic Appeals
- Accreditation
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Accreditation
Dallas Baptist University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees. Dallas Baptist University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Dallas Baptist University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC's website (www.sacscoc.org).
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