651 Master's degrees in Theology and Religious Studies in United States
Classical Theology
The Master of Arts in Classical Theology at Biola University is a 36-credit, residential and online, great-books program integrated around the interpretation of Holy Scripture.
Divinity Connect
Divinity Connect is a distance program at Anabaptist Mennonite Biblical Seminary that combines online and hybrid courses. With this program of study, the best of what AMBS offers comes to you, wherever you are.
Divinity and Christian Education
Students in the Divinity and Christian Education program of the Union Presbyterian Seminary plan to make Christian education a significant part of their ministry, whether or not they seek ordination.
Theological Discipline
The Theological Discipline program of Claremont School of Theology offers multiple areas of concentration and provides depth of study in a particular theological discipline.
Old Testament
Develop a strong biblical foundation and prepare for various forms of ministry or further studies with the Master of Arts (Old Testament) from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. You’ll receive an advanced understanding of the Old Testament with emphasis on the original Hebrew and Aramaic text.
Spirituality and Social Change
The Master of Arts in Spirituality and Social Change from California Lutheran University combines spiritual formation and theological education with the training required to effect social change. As our communities face social and ecological crises, the MA in Spirituality and Social Change equips students to respond.
Theological Studies
Embrace the intersection of law and theology with Emory University's JD/MTS program in Theological Studies. Prepare to navigate the complex legal landscape while deepening your understanding of religious traditions, ethics, and spirituality, and equip yourself to make a meaningful impact in diverse settings.
Liturgical Studies
The Master of Arts in Liturgical Studies (MALS) program at the University of Saint Mary of the Lake (USML) is the same as the MAL program, and it is designed for those who plan to work at parish, diocesan, or secondary education levels.
Pastoral Studies
The University of Saint Mary of the Lake is now offering an online or in-person Master of Arts in Pastoral Studies (MAPS) degree program for both lay students and Deacons.
Divinity
Our cornerstone degree, the Master of Divinity at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary prepares nearly 40% of our students to serve in ministry around the world. If you feel called to vocational ministry, to nurturing and growing churches locally and internationally, to taking the Bible seriously through intensive study and sharing the Word of God faithfully, the MDiv is designed for you.

Pastoral Counseling - Leadership
This Pastoral Counseling - Leadership MA programme from the Liberty University provides you with the proper skill set to help believers and nonbelievers alike as they experience life’s challenges.

Religion - Community Chaplaincy (Online)
Liberty University’s Religion - Community Chaplaincy (Online) degree is designed to prepare you to enter ministry with an in-depth and practical education in theology, biblical studies, and ministry practice.
Religious Studies
This multidisciplinary Religious Studies MA program from New York University seeks to prepare students with both knowledge of a religious world and the tools to study that world, including language training where appropriate.

Worship Studies - African-American Worship (Online)
Throughout Liberty University's Worship Studies - African-American Worship (Online) degree, you will gain the ability to lead dynamic and enriching worship and bring a unique and communal worship experience to all cultures.
Theology
Master of Arts (Theology) students at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary are typically interested in pursuing doctoral work, for which this degree is excellent preparation. Others may desire to enter into church ministry or learn to more effectively serve in their current vocation.
Buddhist Studies
University of Washington's Buddhist Studies disciplinary concentration within the South Asia languages and literature program in the Department of Asian Languages and Literature offers courses leading to the general departmental M.A. and Ph.D. degrees with a specialization in Buddhist Studies.
Ministry
Ministry from Covenant Theological Seminary is a customizable degree—you may pursue the MAM General Track, or choose from 5 different areas of concentrated study aimed at equipping ministry leaders with biblical training and practical leadership skills.
Divinity
Divinity from Cairn University is committed to preparing shepherds and teachers for the local church.
Theology
The Theology program of Missio Seminary is a degree in biblical and theological studies that focuses on biblical exposition and hermeneutics.

Religion - Pastoral Ministries (Online)
Liberty University’s Religion - Pastoral Ministries (Online) degree is designed to prepare students entering ministry with an in-depth but practical education in theology, biblical studies, and ministry practice.