Master of Divinity in Christian Leadership and Church Ministries
Learn to Shepherd a Fruitful Ministry in Our Master of Divinity Online – Christian Leadership and Church Ministries Degree
Follow God’s call in your life and take the next step in ministry with Liberty University’s Master of Divinity in Christian Leadership and Church Ministries degree. With a master’s of divinity degree in Christian leadership and church ministry, you will learn 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 have the tools you need for leadership roles within the church.
Liberty University’s Master of Divinity – Christian Leadership and Church Ministries will provide you with an in-depth look at the Christian church by equipping you with the tools and skills to effectively lead in a variety of capacities. Additionally, with an understanding of the ins and outs of ministry, you will be ready to take on a more significant role within the church.
What Will You Study in Our Master of Divinity Online – Christian Leadership and Church Ministries Degree?
- Family and small group discipleship
- Team leadership and conflict resolution
- Mission, vision, and strategic planning
- Contemporary evangelism
As a pioneer of distance learning since 1985, Liberty University has worked hard to make our online master of divinity program flexible and affordable. 100% online with no set login times, our M.Div. courses are designed to fit into your schedule, so you don’t have to choose between continuing your education and your family or job.
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. They also facilitate engaging online learning communities, allowing you to interact with classmates and ensure that all your questions are answered. 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.
Potential Career Options for Graduates of the M.Div. Online Degree
- Senior pastor
- Church education administrator
- Sunday school administrator
Benefits 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 Master of Divinity 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.
- Online undergraduate tuition rates have been frozen for the last 10 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
- You can complete your M.Div. degree in Christian Leadership and Church Ministries in as little as 2 years.
Online Master of Divinity Program 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 – only $165/credit at 9-15 credit hours*
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year and no set login times
*Credits taken above 15 credit hours are charged at the part-time rate.
Credit Hours

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