Bachelor of Arts in Religion Master of Arts in Christian Ministry Master of Arts in Theological Studies Master of Divinity Doctor of Ministry

Master of Divinity

Purpose of the Program

The Master of Divinity (MDiv) is a 136-hour program designed primarily for those who desire to enter the ministry as a pastor, chaplain, missionary, or other full-time Christian minister. The goal of the program is to equip students for ministry through the integration of biblical, theological, and practical studies. The program is designed for, but not restricted to the following:

1. Those who wish to serve as a pastor in full-time or part-time ministry;
2. Those who wish to serve as a chaplain in a clinical/pastoral setting or in the United States military; and
3. Those who wish to have a well-rounded theological education that involves biblical languages integrated with biblical, theological, and practical disciplines.

General Admission Requirements
The degree calls for students who demonstrate a potential for pastoral ministry, a faithful commitment to the Word of God, a heart for Christian service, and the personal discipline necessary to complete degree requirements. The normal prerequisite for the MDiv is a baccalaureate degree (minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale) from an accredited institution. Applicants must have read and signed that they understand and respect the Doctrinal Statement. In addition, applicants must have read and signed that they will abide by financial policies and adhere to the regulations described in the Code of Conduct and Drug Policy. Applicants also must agree to abide by academic policies. All additional requirements can be found on the Application for Admission.

Learning Outcomes

1. Acquire an ability to study the Bible in Hebrew and Greek and to conduct biblical exegesis in order to properly interpret the Scriptures;
2. Acquire an ability to understand the creeds and doctrines of the historic Christian Church;
3. Acquire an ability to defend the orthodox teachings of the Bible;
4. Acquire an ability to rightly proclaim and model the message of the Bible in the public forum;
5. Acquire an ability to assume Christian leadership roles in a local or global environment and to administer educational and practical ministries in accordance with the Great Commission;
6. Acquire an ability to use the Bible to interact with contemporary issues facing the church and society;
7. Acquire an ability to provide professional pastoral care and basic Christian counseling; and
8. Acquire an ability to use the Scriptures for personal and corporate spiritual formation.

BIBLICAL STUDIES/LANGUAGES

• Old Testament Electives (2) 8
• New Testament Electives (2) 8
• OT5121 Introduction to Hebrew 1 4
• OT5122 Introduction to Hebrew 2 4
• OT 5136 Hebrew Readings 4
• OT 6130 Intermediate Hebrew Grammar 4
• NT5221 Introduction to Greek 1 4
• NT5222 Introduction to Greek 2 4
• NT 5236 Greek Readings 4
• NT 6230 Intermediate Greek Grammar 448 Hours

THEOLOGICAL STUDIES

• TH5310 Intro to Theological Research 4
• TH5301 Intro to Biblical Interpretation 4
• Systematic Theology Electives (3) 12
• Apologetics Electives (2) 8
• Church History Electives (2) 836 Hours

MINISTRY STUDIES

• AT 5500 Intro to Academic Writing 4
• AT 5510 Practical Pastoral Ministry 4
• AT 5542 Sermon Development 4
• AT 5534 Sermon Praxis 4
• Counseling Electives (2) 8
• Global Leadership Electives (2) 8
• Applied Theology/Practicum Electives (2) 836 Hours

ELECTIVES

• Open Electives (3) 1212 Hours

TOTAL QUARTER HOURS136 Hours

Note: Before beginning the Master of Divinity program, students intending to seek ordination or licensing for Christian ministry and/or vocational opportunities should be knowledgeable of the specific requirements of their denomination, synod, religious organization, or military association.