Master of Divinity (M.Div.) in Biblical Studies
Deepen Your Understanding of God’s Word with Our Master of Divinity Online – Biblical Studies Degree
Being a part of a ministry or religious organization that seeks to uplift others through spiritual guidance gives outward meaning to living out Christ’s love. Liberty University’s M.Div. program with a specialization in biblical studies can equip you with in-demand skills in discipleship ministry, evangelism, and intercultural communication.
Our M.Div. degree provides in-depth knowledge of the history of Christianity, global studies, the Old and New Testaments, and systematic theology. You can complete our master’s degree in biblical studies 100% online with the option to take intensives. Intensives are a wonderful way to have face-to-face contact with professors and peers to further enrich your academic experience and establish bonds with like-minded individuals on our campus in Central Virginia.
What Will You Study in Our Master of Divinity Online – Biblical Studies Degree?
Each of our M.Div. in Biblical Studies courses builds upon one another to prepare you for a career in a variety of church and ministry settings through in-depth studies of the historical and theological contexts of individual books of the Bible. Through this program, you can study to build a comprehensive understanding of key truths and wisdom dissected from each book found in the Old and New Testament. Each M.Div. course taken will reveal a new lesson applicable to modern issues.
Potential Career Options for Graduates of the M.Div. Online Degree
- Church history teacher
- Church leader
- Evangelist
- Theology professor
Highlights of Our M.Div. Online Program
As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.
Here’s what sets us apart:
- Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your online M.Div. degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- Liberty University’s Rawlings School of Divinity has been accredited by the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools (ATS). Your divinity degree has been 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.
- Your ministry matters – so when you take 9-15 credit hours per semester in your divinity program, you’ll pay a discounted block rate of $2,750. It’s our way of supporting all you do to serve others.
- The majority of tuition for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs has not increased in 9 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
Military Benefits
Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:
- Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/Retirees
- Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
- Current Department of Defense employees
We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $275 per credit hour for graduate courses.
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 per course).
- Discounted Divinity Block Rate: $2,475 per semester when taking 9-15 credits – only $165/credit at 15 credit hours!*
- 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 above 15 credit hours for the M.Div. degree program are charged at the part-time rate.
Credit Hours

Available Online
Class Type
100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Jun 23, 2025
Accreditation
ATS Commission on Accrediting