MA in Worship Arts

MASTER OF ARTS IN

Worship Arts

California Baptist University

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Shelby and Ferne Collinsworth School of Performing Arts

“Imagine a spiritually vibrant community where students can receive top-tier musical, academic, professional and personal preparation for a variety of diverse musical careers. This is the vision of the Collinsworth School of Performing Arts at California Baptist University.”

Dr. Joseph Bolin Dean, Collinsworth School of Performing Arts

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Program Distinctives

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Built for the Working Professional

With a hybrid format that can be completed in as quickly as one year, this fully-accredited degree represents an accessible and economical option for current worship leaders/pastors to deepen their ministry impact while laying the foundation for a potential career in academia.

Develop Your Faith and Build Lasting Relationships

Over the course of two consecutive summers, students participate in on-campus residencies that focus on leadership and skill development. Our students stay on the beautiful CBU campus and live in community as they study together.

This cohort model enables our students to build lasting relationships with peers across a variety of worship traditions and experiences.

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Well-Rounded Curriculum

The program’s three-part approach gives necessary training in theology, musicianship and leadership. Students will be able to better understand and apply the Bible, gain the practice they need to hone their musical abilities and be challenged in leadership courses which are designed to help them more effectively serve their congregations.

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Program details at a glance.

Program Length

Program Cost*

Program Start Term

34 units

$20,737

1 and 2 year tracks

$582 per unit

Fall (September) Spring (January) Summer (June)

$350 worship arts digital resources fee $599 worship arts residency fee

Class Format

Accreditation

8-week long classes

WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)

Week-long summer residencies in two consecutive summers Synchronous and asynchronous courses

*Based on current academic year. Subject to change.

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National Association of Schools of Music (NASM)

California Baptist University

To inspire students to the highest standards of craft and character, preparing them to impact the world through careers in the performing arts.

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Facility Highlight The JoAnn Hawkins Music Building, home to the Collinsworth School of Performing Arts, sits in the middle of the CBU campus and is a beautiful, state-of-the-art facility featuring numerous expansive classrooms and rehearsal spaces containing the latest in music technology, a pair of multimillion-dollar professional recording studios, and 26 student practice rooms all equipped with Yamaha pianos.

The Collinsworth School is known as an educational environment distinguished by rigorous scholarship, rich musical diversity, vibrant teaching, a prolific performance culture (featuring over 300 concert performances annually) and a strong emphasis on the building of personal and professional life habits that are essential for career success and advancement. Whether students are interested in music education, instrumental or vocal performance, composition, or worship studies, the Collinsworth School features fully-accredited graduate degrees taught by world-class faculty who are committed to holistic student mentorship and excellence in the academic process.

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Features at a glance: • Two recording studios • 51 Yamaha grand pianos • An expansive 16-station computer classroom • 26 soundproof practice rooms • Large rehearsal and classroom spaces

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Faculty Spotlight David Toledo, Ph.D.

Associate Dean for Academic Effectiveness, Collinsworth School of Performing Arts

My first day at CBU came in the summer of 2019 to

practical application form the core of my teaching

launch our first summer residency for the Master

approach. The best learning occurs when the

of Arts in Worship Arts. It’s been my joy to see this

heart and the mind are engaged and empowered.

program thrive as worship pastors and leaders from across the country have developed their skills

Because of my passion for teaching and learning,

to lead their congregations more effectively.

my research and efforts are focused on curricular design, emerging teaching technologies and faith

I have served as a worship pastor and educator

integration in higher education. When engaged

in a variety of capacities for over twenty years.

students encounter energized and equipped

I believe that it is critical to balance the study

faculty members, transformative educational

of God’s word and the development of worship

experiences occur.

leadership skills with practical pastoral leadership in local ministry. This integration of academics and

Alumni Highlight I am so thankful that I pursued my MA in Worship Arts at California Baptist University! Distance learning and flexible class times were important to me because I have firm roots in my church.

Still, the ability to interact with my professors and classmates was equally important. CBU provided both! While I expected to learn more about the theology of worship, I loved that I additionally walked away with a rich understanding of the history of corporate worship. This program has broadened my perspectives, informed my theology, enriched my leadership, and given me a deep well to draw from as I craft worship sets and lead worship teams and leaders about worship.

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Joe Cuyar

California Baptist University

Degree Requirements Theology Course Requirements

9 Units

MUS 507 Doctrine of Worship and the Church

3

MUS 517 Theological Foundations of Worship I

3

MUS 527 Theological Foundations of Worship II

3

Worship Studies Requirements

9 Units

MUS 501 Research Methods in Worship Studies

1

MUS 508 Contemporary Issues in Worship and Ministry

2

MUS 518 Theology and History of Worship

3

MUS 528 Liturgy and Worship Planning

3

Music Requirements

16 Units

MUS 537 History of Church Music

3

MUS 538 Musical Expression and Arts in Worship

2

MUS 557 Worship Technology

3

MUS 574 Worship Ministry Practicum

3

MUS 577 Leadership for Worship Ministry I

2

MUS 578 Leadership for Worship Ministry II

2

MUS 594 Worship Project

1

Total 34 Units

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How to Apply

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Submit a graduate application at

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Send official college or university transcripts.

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Provide any supplemental documents required.

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Admissions Requirements Application for admission with a $45 application fee Official transcript from an accredited college or university reflecting the completion of a baccalaureate degree.

2.75 or last 60/90 unit GPA. Additional opportunities may be available for a student to overcome an unsatisfactory GPA. Written statement of purpose OR in-person/virtual program interview (student’s choice). Written statement (500-word maximum) or interview will address: • • •

What are your educational goals?

How will this program help meet those goals?

What makes you a good fit for CBU? Additional requirements may be requested

Application Deadlines Fall

Spring

Summer

Priority

May 15

November 1

March 1

Standard

August 1

December 1

April 1

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