Ph.D. in Christian Worship

What Will You Study in Our Doctorate in Christian Worship?

Through this program, you can:

• Complete dissertation research with mentorship from Liberty faculty.
• Cover advanced studies in the biblical foundations, theology, and philosophy of worship.
• Gain more knowledge in practical strategies for worship leading and the spiritual formation of a worship leader.
• Utilize quantitative and qualitative research methods to contribute to Christian worship scholarship.

Our Ph.D. in Christian Worship focuses heavily on research. You will create your own research concept and complete a dissertation on the concept you choose so you can grow as a scholar in Christian worship. Throughout the program, you can engage with advanced studies in theology, history, philosophy, and leadership as they relate to worship, allowing you to contribute original insights to the field. You can also work closely with faculty mentors who will guide you in refining your research methods and developing your academic voice. By the time you graduate, you can be better prepared to influence the study and practice of worship through teaching, writing, and leadership in academic and ministry contexts.

Potential Careers with a Ph.D. in Christian Worship

• College professor
• Worship leader
• Worship researcher

Benefits of Pursuing Our Ph.D. in Christian Worship

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 as Niche.com’s #2 Best College Campus in America for 2026 – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
• Most of our online tuition rates rank in the top 35% for affordability for 2025 when compared to our leading online competitors. As a nonprofit university, Liberty continues to strive to keep costs low for our students!
• You can potentially transfer in up to 50% of the total credits required for our Ph.D. in Christian Worship!

Military Tuition Discount

We want to help you find the doctoral degree you want — at a price you’ve earned. As a thank-you for your military service, Liberty University offers eligible current and former service members like you or your spouse multiple pathways to earn a doctoral degree for only $375/credit hour. Here’s how:

• If you’re earning or have earned a master’s degree through Liberty, you automatically qualify for the low price (when you begin within 2 years of your master’s completion).
• If you haven’t earned a graduate degree through Liberty, our Executive Certificate program allows you to pay only $375/credit hour for a postgraduate certificate that can stand alone or potentially count as the first 21 hours of a related doctoral degree. Then pay just $375/credit hour for your doctorate. Learn more!

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