Baptist University Of Florida

Calvary College

Launching August 2024

First Class – Christ-Centered – Fully Committed

About BUF-Calvary College Campus

BUF-Calvary College is committed to building a first class, fully accredited liberal arts Christian college in beautiful Clearwater, Florida. Come join us on the journey as we launch in August 2024 at 110 N. McMullen Booth Rd., Clearwater, Florida 33759.

Whether you know what kind of ministry you’re interested in, or you want to explore different areas of ministry to discover your calling, BUF-Calvary College will connect you with opportunities across Tampa Bay and around the world.

Academics

BUF-Calvary College offers multiple degree programs in a variety of academic fields. Whatever your calling, BUF-Calvary College has a program to help prepare you to bring the Word of God to the world.

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Core Values

Intention, Vocation, Profession – these are the core values that define the one-of-a-kind educational environment offered at BUF-Calvary College.

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Accreditation

The Baptist University of Florida is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award certificates and associate, baccalaureate and masters degrees.

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BUF-Calvary College’s History

God gave the vision for establishing a college to the people of Calvary Church in 2022. Calvary Church started a high school in 2000 and watched it grow to an enrollment of nearly 800 students.

Helping our graduates find the perfect fit for college has grown ever more challenging, thus the dream of beginning a college. Calvary has partnered with the Baptist University of Florida to launch BUF-Calvary College in fall 2024.

BUF-Calvary College is prepared for a pioneer class of 150 students seeking a local, affordable, Christ-centered experience.

Meet the Calvary College Team

Dr. Shawn Buice
Dr. Shawn Buice Executive Director

Excellence in Education

Ranked Top 2% of Regional Colleges in the South, 2022-23

U.S. News and World Report, Best Colleges

2023 Ranked #3 Best Value Bachelor’s Degrees in Theology

College Factual

2022 Top 10 for Online Bachelor’s in Music

Academic Influence

2022 Top 10 Online Colleges in Florida

BestColleges.com

One of the “Best Christian Colleges in Florida”

BestValueSchools.org

2021 Best Colleges in America

Niche.com

Membership in the National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities, the International Association of Baptist Colleges and Universities National, and the Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements.

Additionally, Baptist University of Florida is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Music, licensed by the Commission for Independent Education Florida Department of Education, and a cooperating ministry of the Florida Baptist Convention.