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785 Master's degrees in Theology and Religious Studies in North America
Christian Ministry and Leadership
Christian Ministry and Leadership at Biola University with concentrations in Pastoral Care and Counseling, and Preaching and Pastoral Ministry is designed as a professional program for specialized ministry.

Worship and Music (Online)
Are you a music professional looking to hone your skills? Do you want to serve as a worship pastor or leader in your church? Are you passionate about exploring the biblical basis for worship? If so, Liberty University’s M.A. in Worship and Music (Online) degree is for you! In this programme, you’ll develop the expertise needed to help strengthen your church’s music ministry.
Divinity
The Master of Divinity degree at Oblate School of Theology is the first professional degree and is designed to provide a solid foundation in the various theological disciplines and in the development of ministerial skills in order to prepare candidates for ordained ministry and qualified laity for effective ministry in the Church.
Christian Apologetics
At Christian Apologetics at Biola University, students are prepared to articulate a Christian worldview reverently, with intelligence, confidence and compassion.
Theology - Sacred Scripture
The courses of the Theology - Sacred Scripture program of the Holy Apostles College and Seminary are designed to provide the student with a comprehensive understanding and love of Scripture, the soul of theology.
Divinity
The Master of Divinity program from the Catholic Theological Union prepares students for full-time professional ministry in the Roman Catholic Church. As the basic professional degree in ministry, the M.Div. provides general ministry preparation and offers a variety of opportunities for more specific concentration within the program.
Pastoral Studies
The Master of Arts in Pastoral Studies (MAPS) at Pittsburgh Theological Seminary is a flexible graduate-level, two-year degree program that equips women and men for leadership in ministry in congregations and other settings.
Church Administration
The Masters in Church Administration (M.C.A.) degree from Catholic University of America is a one-year residential program providing graduate education for curial and parochial officials engaged in a wide variety of ministries in the diocese other than Canonical Affairs or the Diocesan Tribunal.
Divinity
Since the Master of Divinity from Catholic University of America is first a professional degree, the purpose of this program is to foster basic theological understanding and to develop initial pastoral competence on the part of students preparing for ministry.
Pastoral Ministries
The Pastoral Ministries degree at Santa Clara University, rooted in the Jesuit tradition, provides theological and pastoral formation for a variety of ministries.
Catholic Educational Leadership
The master's program in Catholic Educational Leadership at University of San Francisco prepares graduates for effective leadership as administrators in Catholic elementary and secondary schools and for diocesan positions.
Biblical Literature
The MA Biblical Literature at Wesley Biblical Seminary equips students with a comprehensive understanding of Scripture in English, Hebrew, and Greek.
Theology
The Master of Arts (MA) in Theology program at Vanguard University will enhance your understanding of biblically-informed faith by providing a firm foundation in systematic theology, biblical studies, and applied theology.

Pastoral Counseling - Marriage and Family
This Pastoral Counseling - Marriage and Family MA programme from the Liberty University prepares you for countless positions in church, counseling, community, and hospital settings. Work to create unity, provide guidance, and help develop strong coping skills for people in need.
Bible Translation
The Master of Arts in Bible Translation degree program at Dallas Theological Seminary is designed to prepare students desiring to serve in Bible translation ministries.
Ministry Studies
Columbia International University offers the Ministry Studies MDiv (Master of Divinity) program.
Common Master of Arts
In affiliation with the Graduate Theological Union, this two-year intensive Common Master of Arts program at University of Redlands focuses on one theological discipline and draws on a close working relationship with a faculty advisor in a specific area of study.
Theological Studies
Theology and Christian Ministry is an academic degree at Anderson University - Indiana that must be completed on campus. While not intended for those seeking ordination, the Theological Studies degree may serve those interested in personal enrichment or teaching Bible and theology whether in the local church or in higher education.
Ecology, Spirituality, and Religion
The MA in Ecology, Spirituality, and Religion at California Institute of Integral Studies emphasizes an embodied, engaged approach, in which contemplative practice and career exploration complement rigorous study.
Divinity
Divinity from Abilene Christian University is the most comprehensive formational degree for ministry that ACU’s Graduate School of Theology offers. It is our shared mission to serve the church by equipping students.