Minor Available
125 credits
125 credits
required for program
Minor Available
PSEO/Early college online classes
Minor Available
PSEO/Early college online classes
Minor Available
PSEO/Early college online classes
Ignite a fire inside the hearts of young people for Jesus Christ. Learn how to connect with them and share the truth that they are part of God’s family and will never be alone. The youth and emerging adult studies major equips you to work in ministry for youth and emerging adults in local church, parachurch, and community organizations. You’ll also be prepared for seminary or further graduate study.
You have the opportunity to spread the Gospel to the next generation of young people. You will have the privilege of making an impact in local churches and communities.
There are many concentrations available in youth studies ministry including:
The concentration track in this major is flexible and designed for students hoping to double major. You’ll be equipped for a career in youth ministry or non-profit youth work when you graduate, because you’ll spend 200 hours ministering during required internships.
You can also train as a ministry leader at the Forest Springs Camp & Conference Center. Since its founding in 1958, Forest Springs has been committed to developing Christian leaders. The camp's Leadership, Training, and Development (LTD) program equips leaders for global ministry.
Students can apply through the ministry department to combine an undergraduate degree in Youth Studies with an accelerated M.A. degree in Ministry Leadership. Youth Studies majors complete up to 16 credits of the M.A. degree during their undergraduate program and the remaining 20 credits during a fifth year of study. The fifth year can be completed on site or through online learning. This option saves students time and expenses as they add a graduate degree.
A degree in Youth Studies works well as a double major with a Music degree with an emphasis in Music Ministry. See the Chair of the Department of Christian Ministries for details and advising.
There are a variety of career and academic pathways that begin with a degree in youth studies.
of seniors believe the faculty are genuinely interested in their welfare
of seniors are able to discuss their major through a biblical worldview
of Northwestern’s graduates felt professionally prepared by their education
You will learn to communicate effectively, counsel youth, and minister to them in various situations.
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