Christian StudiesNorth America

488 Master's degrees in Christian Studies in North America

Catholic University of America4,3(28)

Washington, D. C., United States Top 6% in Worldwide

Church History

The M.A. in Church History from Catholic University of America prepares students for careers in religious education and for advanced study on the doctoral level.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$38,400/yr

Luther Seminary

St Johnsbury, United States

Divinity

Traditionally, our four-year Master of Divinity program at Luther Seminary includes three years of courses and one full year of internship. Now you can take courses and intern simultaneously, or finish earlier by studying/interning during the summers.

Master Full-time +2 On-campus +2

4 years$37,500/yr

Cedarville University5,0(1)

Online

Ministry

Cedarville University’s online or on-campus Ministry degree will prepare you for vocational leadership and ministry. The Master of Ministry online coursework features an innovative, relationship-rich, and theologically grounded approach.

Master Full-time +2 Online

1 year$15,696/yr

University of Dayton4,5(6)

Dayton, United States Top 9% in Worldwide

Pastoral Ministry

Join this Pastoral Ministry program at University of Dayton for ministerial formation, especially to serve as lay ecclesial ministers in the Roman Catholic Church.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$35,300/yr

Duquesne University5,0(1)

Pittsburgh, United States Top 10% in Worldwide

Theology

The MA in Theology from Duquesne University provides a graduate-level foundation in central areas of theology.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$47,970/yr

Liberty University4,2(26)

Online

Pastoral Counseling - Life Coaching (Online)

If you want to increase your effectiveness as a church leader or ministry professional, Liberty University’s Pastoral Counseling - Life Coaching (Online) degree may be right for you.

M.A. Full-time +2 Online

2 years$5,700/yr

Grace College and Seminary5,0(1)

Abbeville, United States

General Ministry (Deploy)

This Master of Divinity General Ministry (Deploy) degree at Grace College and Seminary is comprehensive and includes coursework in theology, hermeneutics, spiritual formation, biblical exegesis, biblical theology, intercultural studies, leadership, and a variety of other practical ministry competencies.

Master Full-time On-campus

3 years$6,000/yr

Indiana Wesleyan University3,6(5)

Online

Ministry (Online)

Ministry (Online) is offered by Indiana Wesleyan University. The Master of Arts in Ministry is a 36 hour online degree designed to be done while you are serving or volunteering in ministry.

M.A. Part-time Online

2 years$9,918/yr

Arizona State University4,3(230)

Tempe, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Religious Studies

The School of Historical, Philosophical and Religious Studies offers the Religious Studies MA program at Arizona State University that emphasizes the comparative study of religions in order to understand religions' effects on cultures and the different ways people around the world reason, communicate, work, entertain, dress, eat and live.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$30,348/yr

Oral Roberts University4,6(7)

Online

Biblical Literature Online

Oral Roberts University’s Master of Arts Biblical Literature Online is a virtual program.

M.A. Part-time Online

1 year$16,950/yr

Union Presbyterian Seminary

Charlotte, United States +1

Christian Education

The purpose of the Christian Education program of the Union Presbyterian Seminary is to prepare you to become a professional educator in Christian congregations or other educational settings.

M.A. Full-time On-campus +2

2 years$9,000/yr

Westminster Theological Seminary in California5,0(1)

Escondido, United States

Theological Studies

The ability to know what you believe and why you believe it is crucial to the life of faith. At Westminster Theological Seminary in California Theological Studies program we believe that rigorous study of theology strengthens and develops in the student a lively knowledge of Christ and his Word, which equips the student to think biblically and to act as becomes a follower of Christ.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

2 years$20,520/yr

Andrews University4,1(9)

Fair Plain, United States

Religion

The Religion program from Andrews University fully prepares students for academic doctoral degrees within a specific area of specialization.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus +2

2 years$26,049/yr

Harvard University4,0(168)

Cambridge, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Divinity

Divinity from Harvard University consists of rigorous intellectual scholarship combined with real-world experience, in settings such as churches, synagogues, mosques, hospitals, shelters, and other institutions of care.

Master Full-time On-campus

3 years$31,080/yr

Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary

Essex, United States

New Testament

The Masters of Arts (New Testament) students from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary are typically interested in pursuing doctoral work, for which this degree is excellent preparation. Some may choose to earn a dual degree with Biblical Languages or Old Testament to enhance their preparedness for further studies.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus +2

2 years$26,250/yr

Emory University4,3(38)

Atlanta, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Divinity

Combine your calling to serve others and your passion for justice with Emory University's JD/MDiv program in Divinity. Prepare to make a difference in the world by pursuing a Juris Doctor (JD) degree alongside a Master of Divinity (MDiv), equipping yourself with the skills and knowledge to address legal, ethical, and spiritual dimensions of contemporary issues.

Master Full-time On-campus

5 years$69,510/yr

Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary

Essex, United States

Church History

The Master of Arts (Church History) students at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary are typically interested in pursuing doctoral work, for which this degree is excellent preparation. Some may wish to teach in Christian education, enter into other ministries or learn to more effectively serve in their current vocation.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus +2

2 years$26,250/yr

Saint Vincent de Paul Regional Seminary

Boynton Beach, United States

Divinity

The seminary’s primary purpose is the preparation of candidates for the Roman Catholic priesthood. The priesthood ordination program is a process of formation, which entails the proper preparation of candidates as ministers of Word and Sacrament for today’s complex world. The Master of Divinity is offered at Saint Vincent de Paul Regional Seminary.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

4 years$16,200/yr

Graduate Theological Union4,0(5)

Berkeley, United States

Comparative Religion

The Comparative Religion at Graduate Theological Union encourages the joint study of different religious traditions by exploring their fundamental themes, beliefs, and concerns, their principal figures and texts, and their variety of rituals and practices.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$27,000/yr

Asbury Theological Seminary3,0(2)

Willow Street, United States

Pastoral Counseling

Asbury Theological Seminary’s 60-hour Master of Arts in Pastoral Counseling develops counseling skills designed to enhance your ministry in a variety of settings, including as a pastor, lay-counselor or chaplain.

M.A. Full-time On-campus +2

2 years$18,000/yr