Learn to be a Faithful Shepherd in Ministry in Our Master of Divinity Online – Christian Leadership and Church Ministries Degree
Follow God’s calling in your life and take the next step in ministry with Liberty University’s Master of Divinity in Christian Leadership and Church Ministries degree. This program will teach you the advanced leadership and discipleship skills that will help you further your current ministry and prepare you for the future opportunities God has in store for you. By earning your M.Div. in Christian Leadership and Church Ministries from Liberty University, you will be equipped with the tools you need for leadership roles within the church.
Our M.Div. in Christian Leadership and Church Ministries will provide you with an in-depth look at the Christian church. You will be given tools and skills designed to make you an effective leader in all ministry capacities. Additionally, you will be ready to take on a more significant role within the church as you gain an educated understanding of the ins and outs of ministry.
What Will You Learn in Our M.Div. in Christian Leadership and Church Ministries Degree?
- Contemporary evangelism
- Family and small group discipleship
- Mission, vision, and strategic planning
- Team leadership and conflict resolution
At Liberty, our professors have real-world ministry experience and use that knowledge to teach you practical skills you can use to further your ministry. Our professors care about you and what God is doing in your life, and they will do all they can to help you achieve your educational goals.
Career Options for M.Div. in Christian Leadership and Church Ministries Degree Graduates
Our M.Div. degree in Christian Leadership and Church Ministries will prepare you to excel in the field as a:
- Church education administrator
- Senior pastor
- Sunday school administrator
Study Online
We understand the dilemma of wanting to further your education while also staying connected to your family, career, church, and community. This degree program is offered 100% online, so you don’t have to worry about sacrificing time with the people most important to you while you pursue your degree.
As an innovator in distance learning since 1985, Liberty will provide the following benefits:
- We are recognized by multiple institutions for our academic quality, affordability, and accessibility. Our commitment to excellence also helped us rank in the top 10% of Niche.com’s best online schools in America. 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.
- 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.
- You can complete our online master’s degree in divinity in about 3 years.
Military Benefits
Liberty University is dedicated to providing world-class educational experiences to military students from across the globe. Whether you are a current service member, discharged or retired from service, or the spouse of a service member or veteran, we are here to support you every step of the journey.
As a thank-you for your dedication and service to our country, Liberty is honored to serve and support you in your pursuit of online education by offering 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 – 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 online School of Divinity master’s programs are charged at the part-time rate.
Residential Benefits
- With students from all 50 states and over 70 countries around the world, you can immerse yourself in different cultures and experience the diversity of on-campus life.
- As a residential student, your scholarship opportunities could include the Heroes Fund Scholarship, Keesee Scholarship, or the Virginia: Brown v. Board of Education Scholarship.
- Learn from professors who have doctoral degrees in their fields, as well as years of real-life experience.
- As a graduate student, you will have multiple research opportunities led by students and faculty to bolster your education and résumé.
- Outside of classes and studying, you will have the opportunity to participate in a wide range of on-campus activities, such as our NCAA sports, over 200 student-led clubs, and recreation centers like Snowflex, the LaHaye Ice Center, and Camp Hydaway.
- Enjoy our Reber-Thomas Dining Hall with over 20 available food stations, including gluten-free and vegan options. Work with a nutritionist to develop a dietary plan that is right for you!
Credit Hours
Available Online or On Campus
Class Type
Online, 8-week or residential
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Varies
Accreditation
ATS Commission on Accrediting
