Theology and Religious StudiesNorth America

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

Baylor University4,2(47)

Waco, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Christian Ministry

The 60-hour Master of Arts in Christian Ministry (MACM) degree offered by Baylor University is designed to equip persons for competent leadership in some form of specialized ministry in congregations and other settings.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$79,530/yr

Liberty University4,2(26)

Online

Religion - Global Studies (Online)

Liberty University’s Master of Arts in Religion - Global Studies (Online) is designed to prepare students entering ministry with an in-depth but practical education in theology, biblical studies, and ministry practice.

M.A. Full-time +2 Online

2 years$12,300/yr

Northwest Nazarene University3,9(7)

Online

Leadership and Formation - Spiritual Formation

Northwest Nazarene University's Master of Arts in Leadership and Formation - Spiritual Formation explores what it means to be shaped into the image of Christ—not only for yourself but also for the sake of others.

M.A. Part-time Online

1 year, 9 months$11,972/yr

Graduate Theological Union4,0(5)

Berkeley, United States

Religion and Literature

The Religion and Literature program at Graduate Theological Union will have students study literature, literary theory, and religious studies, paying special attention to the intersections among these disciplines.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$27,000/yr

University of Hawaii at Manoa4,1(21)

Honolulu, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Religion

The Department of Religion has developed two graduate program from University of Hawaii at Manoa plans leading to the MA degree: a thesis-based MA program (Plan A) and a non-thesis track (Plan B).

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$44,864/yr

Asbury Theological Seminary3,0(2)

Willow Street, United States

Biblical Studies

The Biblical Studies degree at Asbury Theological Seminary is designed to achieve substantive understanding of the field of biblical studies appropriate for advanced academic study of Scripture in the service of the church.

Master Full-time On-campus

1 year$18,000/yr

Drew University3,9(8)

Madison, United States

Sacred Theology

In the Master of Sacred Theology degree at Drew University, students are required to take 21 elective credits of advanced study, 12 credits of which are focused on the student’s area of interest.

Master Full-time On-campus

2 years$18,120/yr

Luther Seminary

St Johnsbury, United States

Theology

The Master of Theology degree program at Luther Seminary aims to develop each student with an informed, critical approach to a chosen field of study through graduate courses, mastery of languages and a thesis.

Master Full-time +2 On-campus +2

2 years$21,000/yr

Claremont Graduate University (CGU)4,0(3)

Claremont, United States Top 9% in Worldwide

Women’s and Gender Studies in Religion

Women’s and Gender Studies in Religion from Claremont Graduate University (CGU) introduces students to women’s issues across religious traditions and a wide variety of feminist scholarship in this richly expanding field.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$41,400/yr

Liberty University4,2(26)

Online

Divinity - Discipleship Ministries (Online)

Liberty University’s Master of Divinity - Discipleship Ministries (Online) can develop your evangelism and discipleship skills so you can minister to others. With our 75-credit-hour online programme, you can have the flexibility you need to continue your ministerial efforts while pursuing your degree.

Master Part-time Online

2 years$15,375/yr

Columbia International University4,1(7)

Columbia, United States

Muslim-Christian Relations

Columbia International University offers the Muslim-Christian Relations MA program.

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

1 year$16,500/yr

Liberty University4,2(26)

Lynchburg, United States

Biblical Exposition

This Biblical Exposition MA programme from the Liberty University provides the biblical interpretation and research skills you need to serve the people in your community and around the world.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$2,850/yr

Missouri State University3,6(5)

Springfield, United States

Religious Studies

A graduate degree in Religious Studies from Missouri State University offers you training in direct observation, critical thinking, effective communication and cross-cultural understanding.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$16,798/yr

Liberty University4,2(26)

Online

Divinity - Leadership (Online)

As a leader in ministry, Liberty University’s Divinity - Leadership (Online) degree will allow you to broaden your scope of scriptural knowledge and the roles of a leader while allowing you to continue serving in ministry.

Master Full-time +2 Online

3 years$5,700/yr

Seton Hall University4,0(4)

South Orange, United States

Pastoral Ministry

The M.A. in Pastoral Ministry program at Seton Hall University equips students with the theological foundation and specialized training to answer Christ's call to serve in the Church today.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$16,300/yr

Ohio Dominican University3,7(3)

Columbus, United States

Theology

Theology from Ohio Dominican University prepares you for life and work in ministry, as well as for further studies at the doctoral level.

M.A. Full-time On-campus +3

1 year$19,440/yr

University of South Florida4,3(44)

Tampa, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Religious Studies

The Religious Studies MA program from University of South Florida is offered by the College of Arts and Sciences.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$16,666/yr

University of Dallas4,3(4)

Dallas, United States

Pastoral Ministry

The master's degree and graduate certificate in Pastoral Ministry from University of Dallas are designed to equip those who wish to serve in parishes, dioceses or other ministerial settings with in-depth theological knowledge and effective pastoral skills.

Master Full-time +2 On-campus +3

1 year$29,600/yr

Loyola Marymount University4,7(23)

Los Angeles, United States

Partners in Los Angeles Catholic Education (PLACE)

PLACE Corps is Loyola Marymount University's nationally recognized Catholic teacher service corps, housed in the Center for Catholic Education within the School of Education.

M.A. Full-time Blended

2 years$51,780/yr

Union Presbyterian Seminary

Charlotte, United States +1

Divinity

Students come to seminary for the Divinity program of the Union Presbyterian Seminary in search of knowledge, skills for ministry, and a profound experience in community of the gospel’s liberating power.

Master Full-time On-campus

3 years$13,500/yr