Theology and Religious StudiesNorth America

785 Master's degrees in Theology and Religious Studies in North America

Anabaptist Mennonite Biblical Seminary3,3(3)

Ben Lomond, United States

Theology and Peace Studies

The Theology and Peace Studies is a 60-credit-hour academic degree program from Anabaptist Mennonite Biblical Seminary that prepares students interested in careers and scholarship at the intersection of theology and transformative peacebuilding. Students combine academic study with sustained engagement in the field.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$17,700/yr

Liberty University4,2(26)

Lynchburg, United States

Religion - Evangelism and Church Planting

Learn how to effectively serve in administrative and ministry capacities in a growing church with the Master of Arts in Religion - Evangelism and Church Planting degree at Liberty University. Here, you’ll explore the spiritual factors that contribute to church growth, as well as evangelism practices and church planting methods.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2½ years$5,700/yr

Mercer University4,3(42)

Doraville, United States

Divinity

The Master of Divinity degree (M.Div.) offered by Mercer University is a 78-hour, professional degree for theological schools and seminaries. It prepares students for ordained ministry and for pastoral and religious leadership in congregations and other settings.

Master Full-time +2 On-campus +2

3 years$14,170/yr

Liberty University4,2(26)

Lynchburg, United States

Divinity - Discipleship Ministries

Through this Divinity - Discipleship Ministries MDiv programme from the Liberty University you will learn the dynamics of family discipleship, how to build effective small group ministries, and study the details of properly structured church administration.

Master Full-time On-campus

3 years$5,700/yr

International Baptist College and Seminary4,5(2)

Chandler, United States

Divinity

The purpose of the Master of Divinity program from International Baptist College and Seminary is to provide seminary-level training for men pursuing pastoral, missionary, or evangelistic ministry.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

4 years$14,100/yr

Fordham University4,3(23)

Manhattan, United States Top 6% in Worldwide

Philosophy and Society

At Philosophy and Society from Fordham University you’ll analyze the human condition amidst and through the complex social, political, economic, and cultural contexts that characterize the contemporary global landscape.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

3 years$40,512/yr

Pepperdine University4,3(6)

Malibu Beach, United States

Religion

Religion from Pepperdine University is offered in five specializations: Old Testament, New Testament, Church History, Ministry, and Christian Thought. These programs are designed for those who wish to pursue doctoral degrees or who seek teaching positions in public and private schools.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$76,670/yr

Columbia University4,3(91)

Manhattan, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Professional Studies

The Professional Studies programme from Columbia University is a 36-credit, fully accredited graduate degree that provides leadership training to currently incarcerated students living within the unique context of the New York State prison system.

Master Full-time On-campus

1 yearFree

Concordia University Montréal4,2(94)

Montréal, Canada Top 3% in Worldwide

Religion and Cultures

The Religion and Cultures M.A. at Concordia University Montréal is a two-year postgraduate programme available through full-time study. This degree explores the intersection of global traditions and modern society. Students can choose between thesis or course-based streams to suit their specific academic and professional goals.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$11,428/yr

University of San Diego4,0(7)

San Diego, United States Top 9% in Worldwide

Divinity

A two- or three-year professional degree that prepares students for Church ministry, the Master of Divinity (MDiv) at the University of San Diego offers appropriate preparation for those intending to serve in ordained, service, and ecclesial ministries. Those pursuing ordained ministry in the Church must complete an additional year of theological and ministerial training.

Master Full-time On-campus

2 years$10,380/yr

Wheaton College Illinois3,0(2)

Wheaton, United States

Biblical Exegesis

The masters in Biblical Exegesis at Wheaton College Illinois is a biblical language-based degree which emphasizes study in both the Old and New Testaments. Students will be able to interpret scripture through study of the original languages of Hebrew and/or Greek.

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

2 years$19,250/yr

University of Ottawa4,1(87)

Ottawa, Canada Top 1% in Worldwide

Religious Studies - Medieval and Renaissance Studies

Religious Studies - Medieval and Renaissance Studies from University of Ottawa focuses on the study of the religious phenomenon through teaching and research in the same manner and on the same level as any other category of facts accessible to human experience and observation.

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

2 years$14,291/yr

Regent University4,3(6)

Online

Christian Ministry

You’ve answered the call. Now is the time to prepare for the mission. The Christian Ministry degree at Regent University equips you to lead in a specialized ministry setting.

M.A. Part-time Online

$27,120/full

Regent University4,3(6)

Online

Apologetics and Cosmogony

Looking to combine your passion for biblical truth and science? The Apologetics and Cosmogony degree at Regent University will prepare you to methodically explain the origins of the world while supporting the case for the Christian faith.

M.A. Part-time Online

$20,340/full

University of Toronto4,1(296)

Toronto, Canada Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Theological Studies

The Theological Studies program at the University of Toronto provides students a general introduction to theological scholarship, for their own enrichment or to establish a theological context within which to exercise their own ministry or apostolate within the world.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$23,427/yr

Maranatha Baptist University

Watertown, United States

Divinity

The Divinity Master is offered by Maranatha Baptist University. Maranatha Baptist Seminary’s Master of Divinity has also been approved for chaplain training by the Department of Defense.

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

3 years$14,240/yr

Liberty University4,2(26)

Online

Worship Studies - Pastoral Counseling (Online)

Liberty University’s Worship Studies - Pastoral Counseling (Online) degree is a degree programme that will provide a deeper appreciation and understanding of worship by studying worship history and philosophy while staying close to the biblical foundation for worship.

M.A. Full-time +2 Online

1½ year$15,480/yr

Asbury Theological Seminary3,0(2)

Willow Street, United States

Intercultural Studies

Asbury Theological Seminary’s Master of Theology in Intercultural Studies introduces students to theological, contextual, and strategic literatures of missiology and prepares them for informed and effective practice of mission across cultures and within the student’s own culture.

Master Full-time On-campus

1 year$18,000/yr

Georgia State University4,3(60)

Atlanta, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Religious Studies

Studying world religions prepares you for economic success in professions where culturally diverse points of view are valued, and to succeed personally in an international city such as Atlanta or anywhere else in the world. The Religious Studies MA program offered at Georgia State University introduces you to ideas, practices and values you’ve never encountered.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$33,302/yr

Loma Linda University3,8(5)

California, United States Top 8% in Worldwide

Chaplaincy

Chaplaincy at Loma Linda University is a professional degree that prepares students for ministry as chaplains. It combines foundational theological knowledge with specialty training and clinical experience.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

3 years$39,978/yr