Master of Divinity Online (MDiv Degree) Complete Our ATS Accredited Divinity Program
Prepare for Full-time Ministry with a Master of Divinity (MDiv) Degree
Liberty University’s online Master of Divinity (MDiv) helps men and women prepare for professional Christian ministry. Our MDiv degree online provides an in-depth and well-rounded study in classical disciplines like Church history, biblical studies, and theology.
Furthermore, you will be gaining practical ministry skills. No matter what your intended field, the online master’s in divinity can help prepare you in all aspects of ministry.
As part of Liberty University’s Master of Divinity program, you will have the opportunity to strengthen key areas that support ministry and leadership:
- Biblical Exegesis – Develop skills for studying and interpreting Scripture using sound methods.
- Cultural Insight – Explore ways to understand and engage culture from a biblically informed perspective.
- Practical Leadership Application – Consider how biblical principles can guide leadership in ministry settings.
These foundational areas are designed to complement your chosen specialization, helping you approach service with clarity, cultural awareness, and practical wisdom in churches, nonprofit organizations, and other ministry contexts.
Through our MDiv online program, you can choose an area of study that matches your passion so that you can meet your personal, professional, and spiritual goals. Our Master of Divinity online program ensures that you have the essential values, knowledge, and skills to serve Christ and further His kingdom.
*Some exclusions apply. Please refer to our exclusions page for more information.
Accreditation
Liberty Theological Seminary, as part of Liberty University’s John W. Rawlings School of Divinity, is accredited by the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools (ATS). Your seminary degree is approved by ATS and has met rigorous accreditation standards, so you can feel confident that your degree is both academically excellent and well-respected among churches, ministries, and nonprofit organizations.
What is the difference between a Master of Divinity and a Master of Theology?
An MDiv program is a well-known graduate degree that is often pursued by aspiring pastors and ministry leaders. Liberty’s MDiv online covers topics such as apologetics, the history of Christianity, Old and New Testaments, Hebrew, Greek, and much more. Our MDiv degree online also allows you to pursue a specialization – meaning you can gain additional expertise in a niche divinity subject you’re most passionate about.
While our Master of Theology (ThM) covers overlapping and similar topics as an MDiv, the ThM is a postgraduate credential that can be completed in a shorter time frame. Typically, our ThM attracts students who currently work in ministry and would like to pursue doctoral studies without diving into a Doctor of Ministry (DMin) degree. At Liberty, a Master of Divinity or an equivalent degree is required for admission to our Master of Theology program.
What Will You Study in the Master of Divinity Online Degree Program?
Complete our Master of Divinity online. Our MDiv degree has many specialized areas of study to meet your field-specific needs:
- The core of our MDiv online program will cover foundational knowledge in ministry writing and research. You will also study the Old and New Testaments, apologetics, evangelism, and discipleship ministries.
- Train in the use of common language tools for in-depth research to enhance your biblical understanding.
- You can also dive into the original Greek and Hebrew texts through language-specific courses.
- The MDiv online degree lets you choose the areas of study that reflect your specific ministry needs. This can give you the flexibility in your degree plan to ensure your education is well-rounded and Christ-centered.
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Why Choose Liberty’s Online Master’s Degree in Divinity?
Get the Tools You Need for Ministry Success – Included with Your Program
As a student at Liberty University, you get access to the Logos Bible app at no extra cost. If you’re in a Rawlings School of Divinity program, you receive a Logos Max subscription – unlocking a robust library of biblical and theological resources while you study.
The majority of our Liberty Theological Seminary master’s programs even integrate Logos into your courses, teaching you how to use it effectively and giving you additional resources and training to help you dig deeper into Scripture and prepare for ministry.
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What Sets Us Apart?
- Private Nonprofit University
- 600+ Online Degrees
- No Standardized Testing for Admission
- Transfer in up to 75% of an Undergrad Degree
- Transfer in up to 50% of a Grad/Doctoral Degree
Potential Careers for Master of Divinity Online Graduates
Follow your calling to the career that allows you to use the gifts God has granted you. With so many specializations to choose from, you can serve anywhere from a church to a classroom.
Below are just a few of the positions that might be available to our MDiv students upon completion of the degree program:
- Christian educator
- Christian school administrator
- Corporate chaplain
- Curriculum director
- Hospital/Fire/Police chaplaincy
- Instructional supervisor
- Military chaplain
- Pastor
- Sunday school administrator
Master of Divinity Degree Options
We offer a variety of program lengths and specializations in our Master of Divinity program.
75-Hour Specializations
90-Hour Specializations
Not sure what to choose?
Speak to one of our admissions specialists to help you choose the program that best fits your needs.
Tuition & Aid
At Liberty University, a private Christian education is less expensive than you think. Over the last 10 years, Liberty University’s Online Program has only raised its standard tuition costs by less than 5% – and most of our online tuition rates rank in the top 35% for affordability for 2025 when compared to our leading online competitors.
To continue our mission of providing affordable education, electronic textbooks are provided for many divinity courses* all for one convenient fee.
*Electronic textbooks are not provided for PACO courses or courses that fall under departments outside the School of Divinity.
| Grad & Postgrad Divinity Block Rate (9-15 credit hours) | $2,850 |
|---|---|
| Grad & Postgrad Divinity Part Time (1-8.99 or over 15 credit hours) | $410/Credit |
| Military Grad & Postgrad Divinity Block Rate (9-15 credit hours) | $2,575 |
| Military Grad & Postgrad Divinity Part Time (1-8.99 or over 15 credit hours) | $290/Credit |
These rates are reflective of academic year 2025-2026. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
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Military
Liberty University is dedicated to providing world-class educational experiences to military students across the globe.
Who May Qualify?
- Active Duty
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/Retirees
- Spouses of Service Members and Veterans/Retirees
- Current Department of Defense Employees
Available Benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $290 per credit hour for part-time graduate and postgraduate divinity courses
- Discounted divinity block rate – $2,575 per semester*
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder **
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
*Credits taken below 9 and above 15 credit hours per semester are charged at the part-time rate.
**Not applicable to certificates, postgraduate, or doctoral programs.
These rates are reflective of academic year 2025-2026. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
