Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Christian Leadership – Next Generation Ministry
Train Others in the Way of the Lord with a Ph.D. in Christian Leadership – Next Generation Ministry from Liberty
Does the idea of ministering to the next generation excite you? Do you feel called to lead others in the way of the Lord? Perhaps you already work for a ministry, church, or parachurch organization and want to earn a credential that can help you serve the youth in your congregation – or perhaps you are just getting started in this field. Either way, earning a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Christian Leadership – Next Generation Ministry can help you prepare for exciting new opportunities or positions of added responsibility.
With a Ph.D. in Christian Leadership – Next Generation Ministry from Liberty, you will be taught by faculty who have years of experience in the ministry field. Not only that, but they are also leading researchers and authors. Our professors have advanced degrees in Christian leadership and related areas of study – and they are excited to partner with you on your ministry journey.
Our Ph.D. in Christian Leadership – Next Generation Ministry is offered 100% online so that you can pursue your degree from the comfort of home. In addition, Liberty is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) – so you know that you are receiving a world-class education.
What Will You Learn in Liberty University’s Ph.D. in Christian Ministry – Next Generation Ministry?
- Different techniques for serving in ministry and leadership settings
- How to apply biblical and theological knowledge to practical situations
- Process of developing original research for use in the field of Christian leadership
The need for strong, faith-based leaders to take the helm of next generation ministry is imperative. With so many voices in the world telling you what to believe, earning our Ph.D. in Christian Leadership – Next Generation Ministry can help facilitate deep thought and critical thinking. Meet the dynamic needs of organizations in the education and ministry fields with a next generation doctoral degree from Liberty.
Potential Careers for Ph.D. in Christian Leadership – Next Generation Ministry Graduates
- Christian author
- Christian ministry professional
- Director of engagement
- Director of youth ministry
- Parachurch professional
- Pastor
Benefits of Pursuing Your Next Generation Ministry Degree with Liberty University
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:
- 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 next generation ministry degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- Your success is our success, which is why we are committed to providing quality academics at an affordable tuition rate. While other colleges are increasing their tuition, we have frozen tuition rates for our undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs for the past 9 years – and counting.
- As a John W. Rawlings School of Divinity PhD student, you will receive a block rate of $2,750 per semester if you take 7-15 credit hours. This can save you up to $6,000 per semester!
- You can complete your Ph.D. in Christian Leadership – Next Generation Ministry from Liberty in as little as 2.5 years!
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 $300/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 $300/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 $300/credit hour for your doctorate. Learn more!
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Credit Hours
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Jun 24, 2024
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
Experience That Matters to You
As an accredited Christian college with a 7,000-acre campus in Lynchburg, Virginia, Liberty University offers you an education that is both academically challenging and rooted in a biblical worldview.
At Liberty, you’ll benefit from 35+ years of learning, growing, adapting, and innovating for the distance learner — and more than a decade of researching the needs of the online student. You can be confident that we’ve taken the time to learn what’s important to you.
And what’s that?
- Affordability
- Accessibility
- Academic Quality
These important factors challenged us to find new financial solutions, get ahead of industry trends, and blaze trails into cutting-edge career fields — and it’s paid off. That’s the difference experience makes.
We are widely recognized as a top university for affordability, accessibility, and academic quality.
Why Choose Liberty University?
Enjoy Flexible Courses
Choose from a wide variety of programs at the associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral level, most of which are 100% online*. With an 8-week format and 8 start dates per year, it’s easy to fit your courses around your schedule!
* excludes licensure, certification, and some doctoral programs
Maximize Your Time
Start and finish your degree faster! Liberty requires no standardized testing for admission, and you can transfer previous course credit — transfer in up to 75% of a bachelor’s degree and up to 50% of a master’s, postgraduate, or doctoral degree — or discover how your life, career, or military experience may count toward your college degree.
Grow in Your Faith
All of our courses are taught from a Christian perspective, and our faculty see themselves as mentors. Our mission is to Train Champions for Christ — we’re committed to championing you as you study to go further in your field, become a leader in your industry, or start a new career.
Access Academic Support
Throughout your educational journey, you will have access to academic resources that will aid in the completion of your degree. Services include our electronic and print resources through the Jerry Falwell Library, writing center, tutoring, study aids, IT assistance, 30+ tutorial videos, live webinars, and personalized help from our academic advising team.
An Online Education with On-Campus Benefits
Cheer on 20 NCAA Division I
games that air nationwide
Graduate with your peers
Be inspired by world-renowned
speakers at Convocation
As a nonprofit (not-for-profit) university, Liberty is in the business of training skilled professionals to make a difference in the world – not gaining profit, revenue, or producing dividends for shareholders. In keeping with our commitment to your education, we invest our resources back into degree programs and into your student experience.
While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university and has not increased tuition for 8 straight years. Lower tuition means less student loan debt for students.
For Liberty University, nonprofit is more than a status; it is a valuable opportunity to invest in the lives of students who will go out and impact the world.
Financing Options
Financial Aid
Nearly 80% of all Liberty students in an online program are awarded financial aid. Virginia residents may qualify for additional aid — learn more!
Corporate Tuition Assistance
Deferred – If your company reimburses you for the cost of your education, you pay only a portion of your balance up front. You submit your grades to your employer who pays you, and then you pay the remaining balance for your classes.
Tuition Discounts
Qualified military service members, veterans, and their spouses can receive up to 55% off their tuition rate for eligible programs!
Contact one of our Admissions Counselors for more information by calling (800) 424-9595.