Master of Arts in Religion Christian Apologetics
Defend Your Faith and Point Others to God with a Master of Arts in Religion – Christian Apologetics
The term apologetics comes from the Greek word apologia, which means “defense.” By studying Christian apologetics, you can learn how to give a reasoned defense of the Christian faith against objections.
Liberty University’s Master of Arts in Religion (M.A.R.) with a specialization in Christian apologetics can provide you with the background and training to defend the Christian faith and fulfill the Great Commission by showing more people the love of Christ. The Apostle Peter commanded us, “Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have” (1 Peter 3:15).
Pursue Your Degree with Confidence
- Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
- Learn from theologians who have years of experience as well-respected authors, speakers, and researchers.
- We are committed to defending the authority of scripture and conservative evangelical theology.
- Our master’s degree in theology provides hands-on experience within the local church as well as opportunities to serve with churches and organizations like the International Mission Board, Hume Lake, Samaritan’s Purse, and Second Baptist Houston.
- The option to take Monday-only classes allows residential graduate students to complete large portions of their M.A. in Religion by attending classes one day a week.
- We offer multiple scholarship opportunities to our residential students, including the full-tuition Keesee Scholarship.
What Will You Learn?
- How to construct reasoned arguments and answer questions raised about the Christian faith
- How to interpret the Bible to provide congregations with a deeper understanding of God’s Word
- Key apologists in the history of Christianity
- The research, writing, and sermon preparation process
Career Opportunities for Graduates of Our Master’s in Religion – Christian Apologetics Degree Program
- Chaplain
- Head pastor
- Missionary
- Teaching pastor
Liberty School of Divinity Facilities and Resources
- The Rawlings School of Divinity is the world’s largest school for religious studies and ministerial training.
- As a member of the Association of Theological Schools, Liberty’s School of Divinity stands on a solid, biblically-based foundation and a firm commitment to conservative evangelical theology.
- Liberty’s Rawlings Scriptorium Museum exhibits Christian scriptural artifacts valued at over $1 million, which are available for scholarly research and study.
- The faculty in our School of Divinity are first-rate Biblical scholars and theologians in their own right. Liberty’s faculty have impacted the field of biblical scholarship since our founding, including Dr. Ed Hindson who is a fellow of the International Biographical Association in Cambridge, England.
Admission Requirements for Graduate Divinity Degrees
Every application is reviewed on a case-by-case basis, and all applicants must submit the following documents and meet the minimum requirements for admission:
- Admission application
- Official bachelor’s degree transcripts with a 2.0 GPA or higher
- Self-certification form for students in the final term of their bachelor’s degree
- Rawlings School of Divinity questionnaire
- Pastoral recommender contact information
- Current Liberty undergraduate students seeking preliminary acceptance into a graduate program must complete a degree completion application through their ASIST account
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
Credit Hours
Available On Campus
Class Type
Residential
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Aug 18, 2025
Accreditation
ATS Commission on Accrediting
