Milestone College prepares you for more than just a career path. We fully believe that excellent education, paired with real-life ministry application, is the best way to develop the next generation of ministry leaders. This is your future; this is our future.

Can students receive an accredited degree from Milestone College?

Milestone College is a ministry of Milestone Church. Oral Roberts University, in a collaborative agreement with Milestone Church, hosts an instructional site on the church campus and offers students affordable, regionally-accredited degree programs. ORU is accredited through the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), one of the top accrediting organizations in the country.

Why is Milestone College partnering with Oral Roberts University to offer this degree program?

There are a host of reasons that make ORU a fantastic educational partner. ORU provides a spiritual and historical pillar for a biblically-based worldview, spirit empowered higher education institution; Milestone Church provides the strength of the local church. ORU also places an institutional emphasis on retention, graduation, and placement of students.

What kind of emphasis is placed on academics at Milestone College?

Along with a significant ministry practicum, leadership focus, and lifestyle expectations, the academic load at Milestone College will be rigorous. One of Milestone Church’s core values is development; therefore, we believe in all our students being lifelong learners.

Areas of Focus

Over the course of your four years, you will accumulate hundreds of hours of hands-on experience. This is a live lab: you will be putting whatever you are learning into practice, rather than only gaining knowledge. Our goal is for you to have meaningful ministry and leadership experience.

Worship

• Worship Team
  Worship Leading, Vocals, and Band

• Production Team
  Live Audio, Video, and Lighting

Growth Track

• Weekend Experience

• Next Steps Coordination

Youth

• Elevate Student Ministry

• Children’s Ministry

Creative

• Photography

• Graphic Design

• Video/Film

Missions & Events

• Local Outreach

• Special Events

Ministry Training

We cannot guarantee that students will be hired by Milestone Church if they graduate from Milestone College. What we can guarantee is that students will have an opportunity to be set up for success no matter what their next step is, and one of the ways we do that is through our on-the-job ministry tracks.

Ministry Training – or, Practicum – at Milestone College is focused on providing environments for students to gain real life experience. Practicums are engineered to provide hands-on training that allows you to become specialized in a specific area of ministry, and constitutes the “live experience” portion of ministry training. The goal is for students to acculturate to Milestone Church, develop their giftings, and to acquire competence while being coached and mentored. Designated Practicum Coaches will focus on both spiritual growth and leadership development. This is all fueled by our passion for and commitment to the next generation. Since the early days of Milestone Church, this has been who we are.

The possible progression of Ministry Training year by year:

Year 1:

Goal: Exposure to all Ministry Practicums and areas of church, further develop a heart for the house and our ministry philosophy

Practically: Serve weekends and/or Wednesday nights. Attend Ministry and Leadership classes

Year 2:

Goal: Discovering and exploring general ministry skills and opportunities with an agreed upon Ministry Practicum

Practically: Gain valuable ministry experience and develop skills through hands-on ministry under ministry coach leadership

Year 3:

Goal: Specific skill development with agreed upon Ministry Practicum

Practically: Take ownership within the ministry for further practical skill development, growth in leadership, while carrying substantial ministry weight

Year 4:

Goal: Apprenticeship at a specific campus assigned by church leadership

Practically: Full ownership of assigned responsibilities within the ministry department

Essentially, our progression is designed so that ministry weight increases over the four years. Students are not strictly held to this time progression, but rather variance will occur with respect to evidence of maturity and ownership. Practicum may be adjusted for students who already have significant ministry experience at Milestone Church.Year 4:

Goal: Apprenticeship at a specific campus assigned by church leadership

Practically: Full ownership of assigned responsibilities within the ministry department

Essentially, our progression is designed so that ministry weight increases over the four years. Students are not strictly held to this time progression, but rather variance will occur with respect to evidence of maturity and ownership. Practicum may be adjusted for students who already have significant ministry experience at Milestone Church.

What is the general timeline for upcoming Milestone College events?

With current circumstances, please stay tuned for an announcement on Milestone College events!

August: Orientation for Class of 2025 and Start of Class

Can students receive an accredited degree?

Yes. Oral Roberts University, in a collaborative agreement with Milestone Church, hosts an instructional site on the church campus and offers students affordable, regionally-accredited degree programs. ORU is accredited through the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), one of the top accrediting organizations in the country.

Why is Milestone College partnering with Oral Roberts University to offer this degree program?

There are a host of reasons that make ORU a fantastic educational partner. ORU provides a spiritual and historical pillar for a biblically-based worldview, spirit empowered higher education institution; Milestone Church provides the strength of the local church. ORU also places an institutional emphasis on retention, graduation, and placement of students, with:

1. US News & World Report listing ORU as Best in the West for Regional Universities and a Best Value School.

2. Best Value Schools ranking ORU among the top 25 schools for its Bachelor’s in Theology and Christian Studies.

What’s the “student type” at Milestone College?

Milestone College primarily has students that are incoming freshmen with less than 15 credits towards college, but certainly welcomes other students. Other students will include: students that already have AP or dual credits, and other college transfers.

How do I apply to Milestone College?

Our Milestone College-specific application is live year-round. Keep in mind, applicants have to be admitted to both Milestone College and Oral Roberts University to attend. Please carefully read our instructions, which can be found on the first page of the application.

What are the minimum test score(s) for admissions into Milestone College?

Although every applicant is different and circumstances vary based on the applicant pool, a general baseline for successful applicants will be an ACT score of 20 or higher and an SAT score of 1020 or higher (math and critical reading only). Other baselines to keep in mind include the top 40% of high school class or at least a 2.6 GPA.

Can AP credits or dual credit programs be used in conjunction with Milestone College?

Milestone College welcomes students with college credits, and will work with ORU to create degree plans that prioritize the student!

ORU also offers an incredible Advantage program (dual credit program) that high school students are encouraged to pursue: https://oru.edu/admissions/advantage/index.php

How does transferring into Milestone College work?

It is important to note that no school, whether ORU or otherwise, has to accept another institution’s credits. However, ORU does a phenomenal job - with the help of admissions and enrollment specialists - to accommodate students’ unique situations.

Please initially refer to ORU’s transfer information page, here: https://oru.edu/current-students/my-enrollment/registrar/transfer-info/

What if I go to Milestone College for a year or two and then wish to transfer?

Generally, most ORU courses should transfer to another institution as long as the grade is a C or higher because they are college-level courses. Exactly how they transfer to another institution is based on that institution’s transfer guidelines.

In terms of how they may transfer into other ORU programs and many other institutions, ORU has structured Years 1-2 to have approximately 18 credit hours of Theology & Ministry courses (out of approximately 60 credit hours). If a student changes to an (online) ORU major, becomes an ORU Tulsa residentially-based student, or transfers to another institution, the 18 hours of “ministry” courses will typically satisfy general elective requirements. All of the remaining Years 1-2 courses should satisfy general education requirements in any of ORU’s online programs and many other institutions. *It is the responsibility of the student to verify with other institutions how potential courses may transfer.

What will be the cost of Milestone College?

ORU tuition and fees will be approximately 10k/year at the Milestone Church instructional site. A Tulsa-based ORU student can expect to pay approximately 30k in tuition alone so Milestone College students are receiving an incredible discount for the equivalent degree upon graduation.

How do I apply for FAFSA with Milestone College?

When applying for FAFSA, please use ORU’s code: 003985.

For any more help with FAFSA, please reach out directly to Milestone College staff: milestonecollege@milestonechurch.com

Where will Milestone College classes take place?

Milestone College will be a blended learning environment on campus at our (Milestone Church) Keller campus as well as online.

Who will make up the faculty at Milestone College?

ORU (adjunct) instructors at Milestone Church's instructional site will be both Milestone Church staff and non-Milestone Church staff. Instructors will have a master’s or doctoral degree in a relevant field of study, carry the heart and culture of our church, and be great teachers.

Is there housing provided for students?

At this time, there are no on-campus housing options at Milestone College.

What does student life look like at Milestone College?

Just like our church at large, Milestone College places an emphasis on spiritual family! Our student life events, intramurals, small groups, trips, and practicum all provide an environment in which every student can thrive.

What help is available if a student has spiritual needs or concerns?

Outside of the academic faculty and staff resources available through Milestone College and Oral Roberts University, students will have access to pastoral staff and ministry leaders as the needs arise.

Next Generation

Milestone College prepares you for more than just a career path. We fully believe that excellent education, paired with real-life ministry application, is the best way to develop the next generation of ministry leaders. This is your future; this is our future.

Leadership Culture

You will be immersed in the culture of Milestone Church. To live a life of influence, preparation is essential. Let Milestone College prepare you for your unique destiny with practical on-the-job ministry tracks.

ORU At Milestone Church

The Milestone Church site will initially be offering a Bachelor of Arts in Ministry & Leadership. This degree is primarily designed to prepare students for life in vocational ministry but could have application to other career fields.

Oral Roberts University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) to award baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Milestone College is not accredited by the HLC. Students must be admitted by Oral Roberts University and enrolled in university courses to receive the benefits of a regionally accredited degree.