Intercultural Studies, Minor

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Blend core ministry courses with courses in cultural competence, world religions, and missions—plus your choice of electives—for 18-credit-hour undergraduate minor in intercultural studies.

School of Liberal Arts & Sciences

West Palm Beach

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Overview

  • Degree Type: Minor
  • School: School of Liberal Arts & Sciences
  • Start Terms: Fall & Spring entry
  • Prerequisites: Declared Major
  • Total Credit Hours: 18 credit hours
  • Time to Complete: Varies
  • Program Format: On Campus
  • Experience: Global Ministry

Why Minor in Intercultural Studies at PBA?

Develop biblical knowledge, cultural understanding, and global awareness through Palm Beach Atlantic University’s Intercultural Studies minor. Students learn from faculty with international experience while preparing to serve effectively across cultures in ministry, nonprofit organizations, business, education, and many other professions.

  • Founded in Christ: Build a biblical and theological foundation for serving people from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
  • Global Perspective: Develop cultural competence through the study of world religions, missions, and intercultural engagement.
  • Experienced Faculty: Learn from professors with years of international ministry and cross-cultural experience.
  • Worldwide Impact: Prepare to become a global citizen equipped to serve in ministry, missions, nonprofit work, education, business, and beyond.

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What You'll Learn

Students in the Intercultural Studies minor develop biblical knowledge, cultural awareness, and practical ministry skills for serving across cultures.

Students learn to:

  • Develop intercultural communication skills
  • Study world religions and cultural traditions
  • Apply biblical and theological principles across cultures
  • Understand global missions and ministry
  • Build leadership and service skills
  • Strengthen cross-cultural awareness and engagement

Program Details

PBA offers a variety of courses that students can choose from within this minor program. Take a look at what you’ll be learning while working toward your degree.

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  • Full admission to Palm Beach Atlantic University
  • A declared undergraduate major
  • Meet applicable academic requirements for enrollment in minor coursework

Admissions

Intercultural Studies students benefit from collaborative classrooms, experienced ministry faculty, and hands-on learning opportunities through PBA’s School of Ministry. Students strengthen their biblical foundation while gaining practical experience through internships, field service opportunities, and annual mission trips around the world.

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Common Major Pairings

An Intercultural Studies minor complements majors that benefit from cross-cultural communication, leadership, ministry, and global engagement. Common major pairings may include:

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Financial Aid

PBA’s robust scholarship program awards over $3 million every year. Invest in your learning with major-specific scholarships and other financial aid opportunities, which are awarded to 97% of our undergraduate students. Explore the resources below to learn more about tuition, financial aid, and scholarship opportunities.

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