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    Cairn University Partnership

    PCUTS students are encouraged to begin with the Associate of Arts in Biblical Studies (60 credits), building a foundation in Scripture, biblical theology, church history, evangelism, and discipleship. From there, students may continue into select online bachelor's degree programs, or transition into the 12-credit Biblical and Theological Survey Certificate program.

    Yes. All students must meet Cairn University's standard admissions requirements — the partnership provides support and benefits but does not waive Cairn's admissions standards. However, eligible PCUTS applicants do receive a Cairn application fee waiver as part of the partnership.

    Yes. Eligible students receive Cairn's Organizational Tuition Discount Program (OTDP) rate. For students paying course-by-course, online tuition is $460 per credit — full cost details are on Cairn's cost breakdown page (cairn.edu/aid/cost-breakdown). To get started, connect with Cairn's Admissions Office at admissions@cairn.edu.

    Howard University Partnership & Admissions

    PCUTS partners with Howard University's Divinity School and Congregational Resource Center to offer a certificate program focused on urban ministry and biblical leadership. Students interested in this pathway apply and register through Howard's process, with PCUTS supporting the connection between the two institutions.

    Students click through from Howard's site to register securely, coordinating with PCUTS along the way. Because Howard's certificate program details (including the finalized program title and fee structure) are still being finalized with our Howard contacts, please contact PCUTS directly for the most current application steps.

    No. Per federal regulations, PCUTS staff are not permitted to confirm financial aid amounts on a student's behalf, for either partnership. Any financial aid package, award, or waiver must be confirmed directly between you and the partner institution's Financial Aid Office. You'll also need to submit a FAFSA or a FAFSA waiver before a financial aid package can be issued and billing assessed.

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