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Master of Divinity (M.Div.) Program

Get the core values, knowledge, and skills you need to effectively serve in professional Christian ministry. The Master of Divinity (M.Div.) will prepare you through in-depth study of biblical leadership principles and strategies as well as intensive study of the Scriptures and essential truths of the Christian faith.

As a standard professional degree for ministry, the Master of Divinity offers specializations in areas like Global and Intercultural Leadership, Pastoral Counseling, and Christian Apologetics. Potential careers include senior pastor, missionary, and military chaplain.

Up to 45 credit hours can be transferred into this program.

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.

To learn more about Logos and claim your subscription, visit www.liberty.edu/logos.


Liberty Theological Seminary is accredited by the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools (ATS). Your divinity degree is approved by ATS and has met rigorous accreditation standards. You can feel confident that your degree is both academically excellent and well-respected among churches, ministries, and nonprofit organizations. Liberty University is also accredited by SACSCOC.

Master of Divinity (M.Div.) Degree Programs

Admissions Requirements

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Career Opportunities with a Master of Divinity (M.Div.)

  • Military chaplain
  • Senior pastor
  • Youth pastor
  • Missionary
  • Evangelist
  • Church planter
  • Worship leader
  • Pastoral counselor
  • Discipleship pastor
  • Apologist