M.A. in Biblical Languages – Linguistics

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Master of Arts in Biblical Languages – Linguistics

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Explore the Depths of Meaning in the Bible Through Linguistics

Do you have a passion for understanding how languages work? Liberty’s online M.A. in Biblical Languages – Linguistics can help you apply that passion to gain a deeper understanding of the Bible through a study of biblical linguistics.

Through our biblical linguistics program, you can learn how to interpret Scripture and teach in an academic or church setting with confidence. With an in-depth study of the development and structure of language, this degree can give you the foundational knowledge you need to grow in your academic studies and ministry practice while also preparing you for further studies in our Ph.D. in Bible Exposition. Reach a deeper level of biblical understanding with Liberty’s biblical languages master’s degree!

What Will You Study in Our Biblical Languages Studies Master’s Degree?

  • Develop research and writing skills for biblical scholarship
  • Explore the structure and grammar of biblical Greek and Hebrew
  • Study the development and formation of human language
  • Study the process of translation and interpretation

Liberty’s M.A. in Biblical Languages – Linguistics provides a focused examination of the form and construction of the biblical languages. This program is designed to equip you to examine, explain, and teach others about the structure and development of the Scriptures while also helping prepare you for doctoral studies in Liberty University’s Ph.D. in Bible Exposition.

Benefits of Pursuing Your Biblical Languages 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:

  • 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 biblical languages degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
  • Tuition for our online seminary 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.
  • Institutional Challenge Exams (ICE) are available to test out of foundational biblical and theological studies content for the online M.A. in Biblical Languages program.
  • Study under theologians and missionaries with real-world experience in our online seminary’s web-based content developed by Liberty University’s John W. Rawlings School of Divinity.
  • You can complete this M.A. in Biblical Languages degree in as little as 1 year.

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 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 below 9 and above 15 credit hours for the online M.A. in Biblical Languages are charged at the part-time rate

Potential Careers for M.A. in Biblical Languages – Linguistics Graduates

  • Bible translator
  • Biblical languages instructor
  • Christian school administrator
  • Linguistics scholar
  • Sunday school administrator
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
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100% online, 8-week courses

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Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total

Next Start Date

Jun 23, 2025

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No tuition increase for 9 years

We want to help you pursue your goals – so while tuition rates at most universities have continued to increase over the years, the majority of our rates haven’t.

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