Academics
Undergraduate Programs
Undergraduate Learning
Faith-Driven. Career-Focused. Life-Changing.
At Rochester Christian University, your education is more than just earning a degree—it’s about discovering your purpose and preparing for a meaningful career. Our undergraduate programs combine academic excellence, hands-on experience, and faith integration, equipping you to lead and serve in any field. Whether you’re pursuing a bachelor’s or associate degree, RCU provides the knowledge, support, and real-world opportunities you need to succeed.
Bachelor Programs
An RCU bachelor’s degree prepares you for a rewarding career and a life of impact. With a focus on small class sizes, expert faculty mentorship, and real-world learning, you’ll graduate with the skills, experience, and confidence to excel in your field.
Time to Complete: 4 Years*
Career Planning
- Faith-Integrated Learning – Grow academically and spiritually through courses that connect your studies with biblical principles.
- Hands-On Experience – Gain practical skills through internships, service projects, and leadership opportunities.
- Personalized Support – Get one-on-one mentorship from faculty who are invested in your success.
*Completion time is typical, but individual timelines may vary based on transfer credits, course load, and other factors.
“Attending RCU helped me find who I am. It led me to pursuing a sport I love as well as finding my career path in business.”
Accounting, BBA
Graduating with a degree in Accounting means you’re fluent in a financial language that makes you a valuable commodity to the business world.
Applied Theology, BS
This program will help you interpret scripture contextually and theologically for the sake of local communities of faith and God’s world. You will also learn to evaluate ministry decisions considering historical and global interpretations of the central themes of the Christian story.
Behavioral Science Major with Social Work Track, BS
The Social Work track prepares you to make a difference in the lives of individuals, families, groups and communities.
Biology, BS
Biology is the science of living organisms (plants and animals), including their structure, function, growth and evolution.
Christian Formation, BS
**This program is no longer accepting new students and existing students are being taught out. New students see the Applied Theology degree.**
Communication & Media Studies, BS
"Good communication" consistently ranks in the top five skills sought by employers.This program offers you a wide-range of knowledge and practical skills in communication techniques, writing, digital media, public relations, photography and design.
Education — Elementary, BS
This program offers teaching certification preparation in lower elementary, upper elementary and learning disabilities.
Education — Secondary, BS
This program prepares you to teach and inspire students in diverse and challenging schools and global communities, as well as provide Christian outreach.
English, BA
Improve your communication and critical thinking skills, including how to write and research effectively, analyze contexts of language, understand diverse perspectives, and serve within a calling.
Financial Planning, BBA
Become an expert resource in investing, budgeting and money management for businesses or individuals.
Health Sciences, BS
This program prepares you for entry-level roles in medical or pharmaceutical sales and other health-related services.
Healthcare Administration, BS
This program prepares graduates to apply concepts, models and theories in a variety of healthcare administration roles. Medical and health services managers, also called health care executives or health care administrators, plan, direct and coordinate medical and health services.
Information Systems & Cybersecurity, BS
This degree will translate knowledge into a solid foundation in computer science, information systems and business fundamentals.
Interdisciplinary Studies, BS
Complete a curriculum of general studies coursework, and choose two areas of concentration for the remainder of your studies.
Management, BBA
This program prepares you to achieve a high level of success in the business world. You’ll benefit from a broad base of accounting, economics, marketing and management curriculum.
Marketing, BBA
This program equips students with the knowledge and skills to influence buyer behavior, analyze markets, develop marketing strategies and interpret market research.
Musical Theatre, BA
This program helps students practice their craft in an environment that encourages them to consider their vocation as service in God’s world. Students have year-round opportunities to perform, design and direct.
Neuroscience, BS
Examine the structure and function of the human brain and nervous system. The program integrates insights from a variety of disciplines.
Nursing, BSN
Contribute leadership and clinical skills in a variety of settings. This program also prepares you to take the NCLEX exam in the State of Michigan.
Psychology, BS
This program is designed as preparation for graduate studies in psychology, psychotherapy, professional counseling or social work.
Sport Management, BBA
This program provides a strong business foundation with a focus on the sports industry.
Sport Management: Esports & Gaming Administration, BBA
Work across industries, while also developing skills to manage the gaming industry and the growing role of Esports within it.
Strategic Leadership, BS
Leadership careers in the public, private and nonprofit sectors of an increasingly global economy and diversified workplace.
Theatre, BA
Ready to raise the curtain on a career in theatre? As an RCU theatre major you’ll practice your craft in the community with talented faculty, staff and other students.
Associate Programs
An associate degree from RCU gives you the foundation to enter the workforce quickly or continue toward a bachelor’s degree. Designed to be flexible, career-driven, and rooted in the Christian values of belonging, our associate programs help you build in-demand skills with affordable tuition and a supportive community.
Time to Complete: 2 Years*
Career Planning
- Start Your Career Sooner – Earn a respected degree in less time and gain the skills employers need.
- Affordable & Transfer-Friendly – Keep your options open with a cost-effective degree that seamlessly transfers into bachelor’s programs.
- Faith-Based Education – Learn in an environment that nurtures both your career goals and spiritual growth.
*Completion time is typical, but individual timelines may vary based on transfer credits, course load, and other factors.
Accounting, AAS
This degree prepares students for further study in accounting, financial planning and management.
Business Administration, ABA
An associate of business administration equips students with essential knowledge in business fundamentals such as accounting, management and economics.
Communication & Media Studies, AA
The associates blends general education with courses in public speaking, writing, and media production to build strong communication and storytelling skills.
Creative Arts, AA
The associates degree in Creative Arts combines general education with courses in art, music, theatre and writing, helping students build creative skills and critical thinking.
Cybersecurity, AAS
An associate of applied science degree in cybersecurity provides a strong foundation in securing data, information, applications and networks.
Digital Media Communications, AAS
This associates equips students with a comprehensive understanding of business, marketing and media disciplines.
Health Communication, AAS
This degree is designed to equip students with the foundational knowledge and skills necessary for pursuing dynamic careers in health and human services communications.
Health Studies, AAS
This degree is designed to prepare graduates for further studies in public health and healthcare administration and management.
Information Systems, AIS
This degree offers a strong foundation in various IT disciplines, equipping students with the skills needed for entry-level roles in software development and programming.
Marketing, AAS
This associates degree provides students with a solid understanding of the marketing discipline, along with essential business and leadership fundamentals.
Science, AS
If you’re looking for a career in a medical- or science-related field, a two-year associate of science degree will provide a good start
Sport Management, AAS
This associates in sport management provides a strong foundation for a career in the rapidly growing global sport industry.
