The BA in Biblical Studies at Eastern situates the canonical texts of the Christian tradition within the context of the larger Christian story, while also equipping students to interpret these texts for themselves and for the benefit of the Christian church. Students are familiarized with the social and historical setting of these texts, critical issues in their transmission, interpretation and application, and are given the tools to faithfully and creatively apply the message of these texts to contemporary contexts.

Students finishing with a degree in Theological or Biblical Studies will find themselves equipped to move in a number of different personal and professional directions since they will acquire through the program not only profession-specific competencies and knowledge, but also important life skills and habits that are transferable to a number of professional pursuits or advanced degrees. Previous majors have found themselves going on to graduate school or seminary, taking up posts in businesses and non-profit organizations, entering church ministry, or working in fields related to public service (social work, relief work, health care, etc.).