Degree Programs
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🎓 Earn a Degree That Equips You for Ministry and Beyond
At the Leadership Excellence School of Christian Leaders Institute (CLI), you can earn a fully online correspondence Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Divinity, Chaplaincy, or Christian Leadership—without taking on student debt. Our degree programs are academically rigorous, biblically grounded, and ministry-focused, designed to equip you for real-world impact in both church and community settings.
✝️ Prepare for Your Calling with Confidence
Whether you’re called to preach, pastor, plant churches, serve as a chaplain, lead in business or nonprofits, or simply grow as a faithful leader, these degrees give you:
Credibility – Gain recognized credentials to support ordination, ministry roles, or church leadership positions
Practical Skills – Build competence in preaching, discipleship, biblical study, pastoral care, leadership, and more
Spiritual Growth – Deepen your relationship with God as you learn to serve Him with wisdom and humility
🌍 Our Graduates Are Making a Difference
Students who have completed their degree at CLI have gone on to:
✅ Strengthen their current ministry roles as pastors, teachers, worship leaders, and lay ministers
✅ Find meaningful employment in chaplaincy, nonprofit service, Christian education, and community outreach
✅ Transfer their credits to partner institutions and continue their academic journey at the undergraduate or graduate levelFrom local churches to global mission fields, CLI graduates are answering the call to lead with integrity and impact.
💰 Affordable. Accessible. Ministry-Focused.
Our free-access courses and low-cost degree administrative fees make CLI one of the most affordable options for Christian higher education worldwide. Whether you're just beginning your ministry journey or looking to finish what you started years ago, CLI provides a high-quality, flexible education that fits your life and calling.
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Read each degree description and outcomes below and then click on the degree name to see a list of the required courses for that degree.
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💡 Education Services Fees
Affordable. High-Quality. Mission-Driven.
In a world where student debt is crippling millions, correspondence education offers an affordable and high-quality alternative to traditional college models. At Christian Leaders Institute (CLI), we combine academic rigor, ministry training, and flexible online learning to serve students who are called to lead—without the financial burden of traditional tuition.
📚 Why Choose Correspondence Education?
Study at your own pace, from anywhere in the world
No need to relocate or take on student debt
Ideal for students with family, ministry, or work responsibilities
Encourages self-discipline and real-world leadership readiness
Supported by a global community of believers and mentors
Christian Leaders Institute is a premier provider of Christian correspondence education, offering a path to associate and bachelor’s degrees with academic integrity and spiritual depth. CLI is recognized for its accessible, donation-supported model and its growing international impact.
💰 Understanding CLI’s Education Services Fees
While all CLI courses can be taken for 100% free, we do have program-specific administrative fees for students pursuing formal credentials, such as degrees and ministry recognition. These fees are part of our mission-share model—they help fund the global movement of free Christian education and support CLI’s operations, staff, and accreditation.
🧾 Current Fees
Program Description Fee Leadership Excellence School Application Fee Required one-time application for those pursuing a degree $75 Associate Degree Administrative Fee Covers transcript processing, student support, and graduation services $2,000 Bachelor’s Degree Administrative Fee For students who have completed a CLI associate degree $2,000 Direct Entry Bachelor’s Degree Fee For students beginning their bachelor’s degree without a CLI associate $4,000 All fees support the mission of providing free Christian education globally and are referred to as mission shares.
🌍 Tiered Pricing for Developing Nations
We believe that financial limitations should never be a barrier to ministry preparation. That’s why CLI offers tier-adjusted pricing for students in developing nations. If you live in a region where paying the standard fees is not possible, you may qualify for lower-cost options.
🎓 Grants & Scholarships Available
We understand that even mission shares may be a stretch for some students. If you need financial assistance, we encourage you to contact our team.
📧 Email: amerkle@christianleaders.net
We’re here to walk alongside you, pray with you, and help you continue your educational journey.✝️ Every Dollar Invested Builds God’s Kingdom
When you pay a program fee at Christian Leaders Institute, you’re not just investing in your education—you’re investing in a global vision. Your mission share helps train pastors, chaplains, missionaries, and Christian leaders across the world who otherwise could not afford formal ministry education.
Affordable. Missional. Eternal. That’s what CLI stands for.
