Reasons Institute
Overview

Online Courses to Explore God’s World & God’s Word

Choose Your Learning Pathway

​​Whether you’re exploring apologetics for personal growth or aiming to earn a certificate, our curriculum offers flexible pathways to match your goals.

Certificate Pathway – For Credit
Single Course – For Credit

Audit – No Credit

College Credit

Through our strategic partnerships with select Christian institutions, we’re able to help equip the next generation of thoughtful leaders.

Faculty & Staff

All Reasons Institute faculty are accomplished scholars. They also believe in Jesus Christ as their Creator and Savior, share a common conviction that the Bible is the error-free Word of God, and adhere to RTB’s Statement of Faith.

 

 

Fazale “Fuz” Rana

President & CEO

Fuz Rana is a biochemist, author, and Christian apologist specializing in human origins, genetics, and the scientific evidence for design. President, CEO, and senior scholar at Reasons to Believe (RTB), he formerly served as a senior scientist in research and development at Procter & Gamble. Rana earned a BS in chemistry with highest honors from West Virginia State College (now University) and a PhD in chemistry with an emphasis in biochemistry from Ohio University. He pursued postdoctoral studies on cell membranes at the Universities of Virginia and Georgia.

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Fazale “Fuz” Rana

President & CEO

Fuz Rana is a biochemist, author, and Christian apologist specializing in human origins, genetics, and the scientific evidence for design. President, CEO, and senior scholar at Reasons to Believe (RTB),…
Hugh Ross

Founder & Senior Scholar

Astrophysicist and founder Hugh Ross equips believers with scientific evidence and biblical apologetics, revealing how the cosmos points to its Creator.

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Hugh Ross
Hugh Ross

Founder & Senior Scholar

Astrophysicist and founder Hugh Ross equips believers with scientific evidence and biblical apologetics, revealing how the cosmos points to its Creator.
George Haraksin II

Senior Research Scholar

George Haraksin II is a philosopher-ethicist and senior research scholar at Reasons to Believe, specializing in philosophy of religion, ethics, and Christian apologetics.

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George Haraksin II
George Haraksin II

Senior Research Scholar

George Haraksin II is a philosopher-ethicist and senior research scholar at Reasons to Believe, specializing in philosophy of religion, ethics, and Christian apologetics.
Jeff Zweerink

Former Staff Scholar

Jeff Zweerink, astrophysicist and apologist, explores cosmic origins, fine-tuning, and the harmony of science and Scripture to reveal God’s design in the universe.

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Jeff Zweerink
Jeff Zweerink

Former Staff Scholar

Jeff Zweerink, astrophysicist and apologist, explores cosmic origins, fine-tuning, and the harmony of science and Scripture to reveal God’s design in the universe.
Kenneth Samples

Retired Staff Scholar

Kenneth Samples, scholar (retired), equips believers with thoughtful apologetics, exploring theology, philosophy, and Christian doctrine with clarity and intellectual depth.

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Kenneth Samples
Kenneth Samples

Retired Staff Scholar

Kenneth Samples, scholar (retired), equips believers with thoughtful apologetics, exploring theology, philosophy, and Christian doctrine with clarity and intellectual depth.
John Bloom

Scholar

John Bloom earned a PhD in physics from Cornell University and a second PhD in ancient Near Eastern studies.

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John Bloom
John Bloom

Scholar

John Bloom earned a PhD in physics from Cornell University and a second PhD in ancient Near Eastern studies.
Benjamin Shaw

Scholar

Benjamin (Ben) C. F. Shaw has a PhD in theology from Liberty University in Virginia and is president of Core Apologetics. He is the author of Trustworthy: Thirteen Arguments for the Reliability of the New Testament. Ben also serves as adjunct professor of theology at Liberty University and as an…

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Benjamin Shaw
Benjamin Shaw

Scholar

Benjamin (Ben) C. F. Shaw has a PhD in theology from Liberty University in Virginia and is president of Core Apologetics. He is the author of Trustworthy: Thirteen Arguments for…
Joseph Bergeron

Scholar

Joseph W. Bergeron earned his MD at Saint Louis University School of Medicine and is a specialist in physical medicine and rehabilitation. Drawing from decades of experience in treating musculoskeletal injuries, he published peer-reviewed articles on Jesus’s cause of death in the Journal of Forensic and Legal Medicine and on…

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Joseph Bergeron
Joseph Bergeron

Scholar

Joseph W. Bergeron earned his MD at Saint Louis University School of Medicine and is a specialist in physical medicine and rehabilitation. Drawing from decades of experience in treating musculoskeletal…
  • No credit (audit): Ideal for personal enrichment. There are no prerequisites, written assignments, or requirements to participate in discussions. Simply show up and learn at your own pace.
  • For credit (certificate or single course): Designed for those seeking a deeper academic experience. Expect undergraduate- to graduate-level coursework, written assignments, and active participation in discussions. Completed courses count toward a certificate in science apologetics.
  • Switching from audit to credit: An additional $50 payment will be required.
  • Switching from credit to audit: You’ll receive a $50 refund.
  • For credit (certificate and single course): $175 per course + course materials
  • No credit (audit): $125 per course + course materials

15-week courses:

  • For credit (certificate and single course): $225 per course + course materials
  • No credit (audit): $175 per course + course materials

How to Get Started

Enrollment is easy. Follow the steps below to start your learning journey with Reasons Institute.

Choose Your Course

Browse our upcoming courses by season and choose the one that best fits your schedule and interests. Each course runs for either 8 or 15 weeks—focused, meaningful time with content that truly matters.

Submit the Registration Form

Click “Register Now” to open the registration form. Fill out all required fields and submit your information to begin the enrollment process.

Check Your Email for Next Steps

Watch your inbox (and spam folder) for an email with the final steps to complete your enrollment, submit payment, and purchase any required materials.

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