Intercultural Studies Department
If you have interest in serving others at home or abroad, the ICS program will prepare you to become the means of transformation wherever God plants you. We do this by concentrating on three core skills: (1) Adapting successfully to cross-cultural life and ministry (2) Breaking cultural barriers to communicate effectively (3) Leading across cultures for lasting and meaningful impact. ICS includes a semester-long internship overseas where you will serve with the guidance of an experienced missionary. You will be mentored by experienced missionaries who are passionate about inspiring the next generation of mission leaders.
Program Options
Intercultural Studies (BS)
Minor in Intercultural Studies
Certificate in Missions
Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
Minor in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
Continuing Education Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
Continuing Education Certificate in Missions
Intercultural Studies Graduates
Jennifer Matenaer
My time at Emmaus Bible College was not only an excellent education—it was a life-changing experience. From taking classes with professors who really care about you to late-night conversations in the dorms with long-lasting friends, my time at Emmaus was unforgettable.
Simeon Beil
My time at Emmaus equipped me to engage in cross-cultural ministry to build bridges and discover relevant strategies to minister to my audience. I was given the keys to both lead in ministry and unlock the challenges of ministry. The Emmaus experience I had led to lifelong friendships, unforgettable memories, refined Bible study skills, and the tools to serve others more effectively.
The ICS program will prepare you to become the means of transformation wherever God plants you. Our graduates are scattered around the world, serving in a variety of contexts:
- Traditional missions
- Chaplaincy
- Children's ministry
- Church planting
- Teaching English abroad
- Foreign service
- US Peace Corps
- Relief work
- NGO work
With the Loan Repayment Assistance Program (LRAP) you can follow your passion to serve the Lord without stressing about post-college debt. The LRAP is a financial safety-net, offered to students in all of our ministry related programs* at no cost to you or your family. For more information on the LRAP contact an admissions counselor at admissions@emmaus.edu or visit mylrap.org/emmaus.