Online Degree Programs
Students seeking flexible, personalized education will find a wide range of options at Faulkner University. Based in Montgomery, AL, Faulkner University offers several online degree options for learners throughout the country. Online students have access to the same in-depth coursework, experienced faculty, and campus resources that traditional students do.
Associate Degrees
UNDERGRADUATE
Associate of Arts and Associate of Science in Liberal Arts
The College of Arts and Sciences emphasizes the importance and versatility of a liberal arts education. The degree allows students to obtain an associate degree but also prepares them for entrance to bachelor degree programs in the university’s various colleges.
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Associate of Legal Studies (ALS)
The Associate of Legal Studies (ALS) program prepares students for entry‑level paralegal and legal support roles through foundational training in law, research, writing, and ethics, with graduates earning an ABA‑approved paralegal certificate through the Montgomery campus. This program also provides a strong academic base for students planning to continue into a bachelor’s degree or pursue future law school studies.
Associate of Science in Computer Information Science
The A.S. in Computer Information Science provides a foundational introduction to programming, systems analysis, visual programming, and database design through online coursework. Graduates are prepared for entry‑level roles such as junior software developers and may transfer to the fully online Bachelor of Cybersecurity or to one of the on-campus bachelors in computer science.
Bachelor's Degrees
UNDERGRADUATE
B.A. in Biblical Studies: Digital Ministry Track
The B.A. in Biblical Studies: Digital Ministry Track prepares students to serve in modern ministry settings. Students are prepared by combining traditional biblical studies with training in digital tools. This enables graduates to engage congregations both in person and online. The program includes core biblical coursework alongside professional literacy in digital ministry skills to meet the needs of today’s churches.
Executive Bachelor of Science in Business (BSB)
With a Bachelor of Science degree in business from Faulkner University, you can potentially work in business operations, management, sales, accounting, finance, or a wide variety of other disciplines. Best of all, the Bachelor of Science in Business program is offered as an online business degree. This allows students to achieve the degree while studying from home. Additionally, the program can be completed in as little as one year.
Bachelor of Risk Management and Insurance (RMI)
The Bachelor of Science in Risk Management & Insurance is a broad-based program. Primarily, the program is designed to offer a versatile education in risk management. This education is provided within the context of corporate insurance. Additionally, the program offers students opportunities to become competent in risk management and insurance concepts. These concepts apply to both personal and commercial lines of insurance.
Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management (HRM)
The BS in Human Resource Management (Online) is a one-year, executive-format degree designed for working adults. The program offers a fully online curriculum that integrates HR foundations, organizational behavior, communication, and ethical decision-making. This prepares students for professional roles in diverse organizational settings. The program emphasizes practical application, interpersonal skills, and Christian values. Additionally, the online progran includes flexible entry points to support adult learners advancing their careers.
Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies
The Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies allows students to design a customized program of study across multiple disciplines, developing the ability to integrate knowledge, think critically, and solve complex problems through diverse academic perspectives. This flexible degree equips graduates with strong analytical, communication, and cross‑disciplinary skills applicable to a wide range of professional and academic paths.
Bachelor of Legal Studies (BLS)
With a degree in Legal Studies from the Montgomery campus of Faulkner University, graduates are ready to work as paraprofessionals, assisting lawyers and specialists throughout the legal field. This program is approved by the American Bar Association (ABA), and graduates will receive an ABA-approved paralegal certificate along with the legal studies degree.
Bachelor of Criminal Justice (BCJ)
The Bachelor of Criminal Justice is an accelerated, one‑year program designed for adult learners who have completed core coursework, offering a comprehensive foundation in law enforcement, courts, corrections, and private security. Through a blend of theory, practical application, and Christian perspectives, the program prepares students to advance as ethical, knowledgeable, and effective criminal justice professionals.
Bachelor of Criminal Justice (BCJ) with a Corrections Emphasis
The Bachelor of Criminal Justice with an Emphasis in Corrections is an accelerated, one‑year program designed for adult learners seeking advanced preparation for careers in corrections, law enforcement, probation and parole, private security, and related fields. Through a blend of theory, practical application, and Christian perspectives, the program equips students with the critical thinking, ethical decision‑making, and professional skills needed to operate effectively within the correctional system.
Bachelor of Fire Science Management (BFSM)
The Bachelor of Fire Science Management is an accelerated, one‑year online program designed for adult learners, providing a comprehensive foundation in fire science through coursework that integrates theory, real‑world application, leadership, and Christian perspectives. The program prepares current and future fire service professionals with essential skills in fire administration, community safety, emergency response coordination, and ethical decision‑making.
Bachelor of Arts in Humanities
The Bachelor of Arts in Humanities program helps students explore what it means to be truly human. The degree includes courses in philosophy, literature, the arts, foreign languages, and the cultural heritage of the West.
Bachelor of Counseling Psychology
The Counseling Psychology degree program offers a comprehensive curriculum, combining foundational psychology courses with specialized counseling coursework to prepare students for careers in counseling, psychology, human services, and select areas of ministry.
Bachelor of General/Clinical Psychology
The Online General Clinical Psychology degree program is designed to cater to students with diverse academic interests, as well as those planning to pursue advanced graduate studies in psychology, research, or a specialized field.
Bachelor of Forensic Psychology
Forensic psychology is a specialized branch of psychology that focuses on the criminal justice system. A relatively new field, it plays an increasingly important role in legal proceedings.
Bachelor of Health and Rehabilitation Psychology
The Bachelor of Health and Rehabilitation Psychology degree is designed for students seeking careers in the intersection of psychology, health, and rehabilitation.
Master's Degrees
UNDERGRADUATE
Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction
The Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction is an online graduate program designed to help educators develop advanced competencies in instructional strategies, student development, diversity, classroom management, assessment, and professional collaboration. While the program provides a graduate degree rather than Alabama teacher certification, it equips candidates to enhance their instructional practice and, with an appropriate concentration area, pursue eligibility for advanced pay through the Alabama State Department of Education.
Master of Education in Elementary Education - Traditional Class A
Faulkner University offers an online Master of Education in Elementary Education that makes it easy to earn a master’s degree without attending in-person classes. A private, Christian institution located in Montgomery, Alabama, Faulkner University provides the training required to explore new opportunities and achieve excellent results in the classroom.
Master of Education in Elementary Education - Alternative A
Faulkner University offers an online Master of Education in Elementary Education that makes it easy to earn a master’s degree without attending in-person classes. A private, Christian institution located in Montgomery, Alabama, Faulkner University provides the training required to explore new opportunities and achieve excellent results in the classroom.
Master of Education in School Counseling
The Master of Education in School Counseling is an online graduate program that prepares students to become effective K–12 professional school counselors grounded in ethical practice, cultural responsiveness, and Christian values. Through rigorous coursework, experiential learning, and alignment with Alabama Department of Education standards and ASCA best practices, the program equips graduates to design and implement data‑driven counseling programs that support students’ academic, personal/social, and career development.
Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
The M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling is an online graduate program designed to equip future professional counselors with the knowledge, skills, and ethical foundation needed to serve diverse populations with competence and compassion. Through rigorous coursework, clinical training, and a curriculum grounded in Christian values, the program prepares students for licensure pathways and careers across a wide range of counseling settings, emphasizing therapeutic skill‑building, cultural sensitivity, and the integration of faith in practice.
Master of Education in Secondary Education - English Alternative A
Our Master of Education in Secondary Education - English Alternative A is a fully online graduate program designed for individuals seeking initial teacher certification in Alabama. This program is ideal for those who hold a bachelor’s degree in English or a related field and want to transition into teaching at the middle or high school level.
Master of Education in Secondary Education - Social Science Alternative A
This flexible, fully online program combines advanced coursework in education theory with specialized social science content, helping graduates to inspire students and make a lasting impact in the classroom.
Master in Speech-Language Pathology (SLP)
The mission of Faulkner University’s Department of Speech Language Pathology is to prepare students, through excellence in instruction, research, and clinical practice, to be leading speech-language pathologists who glorify God by serving others.
Master of Arts in Biblical Studies
 The Master of Arts in Biblical Studies degree prepares students to help others grow through interpreting the Word of God. This degree is available completely online. The online approach allows the continuation of working and remaining engaged with family and congregation while studying.
Master of Arts in Christian Counseling and Family Ministry
The M.A. in Christian Counseling and Family Ministry offers a flexible, spiritually grounded education designed for real-world ministry. This comprehensive online program takes 37 hours to complete and is taught via flexible eight-week courses.
Certificate in Disability Services
The Certificate in Disability Services prepares students to provide and coordinate accommodations and support for individuals with disabilities, disadvantaged populations, and other special‑needs groups. It equips learners with foundational legal and organizational knowledge while emphasizing compassionate, ethical practice in diverse professional settings, offering an online credential that can be completed in under one year.
Master of Arts in Humanities
The Master of Arts in Humanities is a 30‑hour, thesis‑based graduate program rooted in the Great Tradition, offering students deep intellectual and spiritual engagement with foundational Western texts through a conversational, Great Books–driven curriculum. It prepares students for doctoral study or vocations in fields such as history, literature, philosophy, religion, and classical education by fostering broad interdisciplinary understanding, critical reflection, and a distinctly Christian approach to enduring human questions.
Master of Justice Administration
The Master of Justice Administration is a one‑year, fully online graduate program designed for criminal justice practitioners and aspiring professionals, offering advanced study in criminology, policy development, ethics, and justice administration to prepare students for leadership roles across law enforcement, courts, and corrections. The curriculum emphasizes real‑world application, ethical decision‑making, and critical analysis, taught by experienced faculty who bring practical field expertise into every course.
Master of Science in Psychology and Disability Services
Faulkner University’s Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences offers a Master's in Psychology and Disability Services, a Master’s in General Psychology, as well as a Graduate Certificate in Disability Services.
Master of Science in General Psychology
The M.S. in General Psychology is a one‑year, fully online course designed for individuals seeking a deeper understanding of human behavior through a scientific lens grounded in Christian values. It strengthens students’ research abilities, critical‑thinking skills, and practical application of psychological principles while offering a flexible learning environment led by experienced, mission‑driven faculty.
Executive Master of Business Administration (MBA)
The Executive MBA is a fully online, graduate-level business program.
It is designed to equip professionals with advanced managerial, analytical, and decision-making skills. This training includes leadership, statistics, quantitative reasoning, accounting, and economics. Training also includes global business practices. Delivered in a flexible five-week-per-course format, the program also emphasizes practical application. Additionally, the program emphasizes strategic thinking and preparation for leadership roles. These roles exist in an increasingly interconnected global economy.
Executive Master of Business Administration - Artificial Intelligence Emphasis
The Executive MBA is a fully online, graduate-level business program. It is designed to equip professionals with advanced managerial, analytical, and decision-making skills. This training includes leadership, statistics, quantitative reasoning, accounting, and economics. Training also includes global business practices. Delivered in a flexible five-week-per-course format, the program also emphasizes practical application. Additionally, the program emphasizes strategic thinking and preparation for leadership roles. These roles exist in an increasingly interconnected global economy.
Master of Science in Management (MSM)
The MS in Management is a fully online, one-year executive-style graduate program. It is designed to prepare current and aspiring professionals for leadership roles. This preparation comes through focused study in management, human resources, marketing, organizational behavior, and statistical decision-making. The program's accelerated five-week course structure supports fast-paced learning. Additionally, it uses an experiential learning approach and a collaborative environment. These elements equip graduates with analytical, strategic, and managerial skills. As a result, graduates are prepared to advance in a broad range of business careers.
Doctorate Degrees
UNDERGRADUATE
Ph.D. in Biblical Studies
The PhD in Biblical Studies prepares morally grounded and academic scholars for careers. The careers include teaching, research, ministry through advanced training in biblical languages, interpretation, and scholarly inquiry. Graduates develop the ability to conduct original research, contextualize and interpret biblical texts, and apply their scholarship to both academic and church settings.
Ph.D. in Humanities
The Ph.D. in Humanities is a 48‑hour dissertation‑based doctoral program rooted in the Great Tradition, offering deep intellectual and spiritual engagement with foundational Western texts through a Great Books–driven, conversational learning mode. It prepares morally grounded scholars for careers in teaching, research, and related fields by providing advanced interdisciplinary study in humane letters, fostering expertise in critical inquiry, writing, analysis, and Christian‑informed scholarship.
Ph.D. in Health Sciences
Our Ph.D. in health sciences trains students to be competent and compassionate professionals proficient in contemporary practices of their fields while being grounded in the Christian faith.
Doctor of Health Sciences (DHSc)
Our fully online doctoral program examines in detail the current state of local and global healthcare so that graduates can analyze scenarios and help organizations find the best solutions to healthcare challenges.
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