Online Master of Divinity (MDiv) – General Equip Yourself for Ministry
75
Credit Hours
100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Prepare for Full-Time Ministry with a Master of Divinity (MDiv) Online Degree – General
Liberty University’s 100% online Master of Divinity (MDiv) – General program is designed to provide you with the backbone of an excellent divinity program as well as the freedom to customize your studies with numerous electives. With no specific specialization, you’ll be able to mix and match various courses, thus creating a personalized degree program that fits your passion. The online MDiv program provides an in-depth and well-rounded overview of classical disciplines such as church history, biblical studies, and theology while fostering practical ministry skills.
No matter what your intended field is, conferring an online Master of Divinity – General could help equip you for excellence in numerous aspects of ministry, discipleship, and Christian administration. Through the general MDiv online program, you can explore your unique interests and focus your studies on the areas that you’re most passionate about. Additionally, this program can help you gain the values, knowledge, and skills needed to serve Christ and further His kingdom.
Why Choose Liberty’s Master of Divinity Program Online – General?
Liberty has been a pioneer in distance education since 1985. A lot has changed since then, but our commitment to Training Champions for Christ has not. We’re committed to offering online divinity degrees that can help you follow God’s calling on your life. Our faculty are firmly rooted in Scripture and excited to partner with you as you take this next step in your academic journey.
Even if you don’t have a bachelor’s degree in a ministry-related field, our online MDiv program can help you gain the tools you need to serve effectively in churches, nonprofit organizations, and more. Additionally, the general MDiv degree gives you the opportunity to study a wide variety of topics and select courses that match your interests and career goals.
As part of Liberty University’s online seminary, our Master of Divinity program is offered 100% online. You can earn your degree from the comfort of your home without having to attend on-campus courses! And you can stay invested in the things that really matter — like your family, job, church, and community — while pursuing valuable credentials that can help you lead in your field with integrity.
Whether you want to increase your effectiveness in your current ministry role or transition into full-time professional ministry, Liberty’s general MDiv degree online is a great option. Partner with us and prepare to address modern ministry challenges as you impact the world for Christ.
What Will You Study in Liberty University’s Master of Divinity Online Degree Program?
Maybe you have a wide range of interests and want to explore as many ministry topics as possible. Or perhaps you’re not yet sure which area of ministry you’d like to specialize in. If you’re seeking a diverse skill set that can help you pursue a variety of jobs, Liberty University’s online MDiv may be for you!
In this program, you’ll have the flexibility to study a variety of subjects as well as mix and match courses so you can pursue your unique goals. In addition to completing 63 credits of core courses, you can select 4 courses from a wide range of classes in homiletics, theology, evangelism, church history, and more! Some of the topics covered in this program include:
- Common Greek and Hebrew language tools for studying the Bible.
- Foundational studies in ministry writing and research.
- Old and New Testament studies, apologetics, evangelism, and discipleship ministries.
You can also complete either an internship or a capstone seminar. The internship provides an excellent opportunity for you to gain ministry experience while the capstone seminar is a great option if you already serve in ministry and want to apply what you are learning to your own ministry. Partner with us and see how far your MDiv degree can take you!
Potential Career Opportunities
- Christian educator
- Christian school, church education, or Sunday school administrator
- Curriculum director
- Senior pastor
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Degree Information
- This program falls under the John W. Rawlings School of Divinity.
- View our Graduate Divinity Course Guides (login required).
Degree Completion Plan
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Tuition & Aid
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 the majority of our undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs for the past 9 years – and counting.
Grad & Postgrad Divinity Block Rate (9-15 credit hours) | $2,750 |
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Grad & Postgrad Divinity Part Time (0-8.99 or over 15 credit hours) | $395/Credit |
Military Grad & Postgrad Divinity Block Rate (9-15 credit hours) | $2,475 |
Military Grad & Postgrad Divinity Part Time (0-8.99 or over 15 credit hours) | $275/Credit |
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
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Admission Information for Liberty’s Online MDiv Program
Admission Requirements
- Apply online or over the phone with an admissions counselor by calling (800) 424-9596.
- A non-refundable, non-transferable $50 application fee will be posted on the current application upon enrollment (waived for qualifying service members, veterans, and military spouses – documentation verifying military status is required).
- Send official college transcripts (mailed as sealed, unopened copies or sent via a direct electronic transcript system). A regionally or nationally accredited bachelor’s degree with at least a 2.0 GPA is required for admission in good standing. Applicants who have earned a master’s degree or at least 12 graduate credits from an accredited institution will be assessed on the basis of the master’s-level degree work.
- Unofficial transcripts can be used for acceptance purposes with the submission of a Transcript Request Form.
- Admission to this program also requires:
- The School of Divinity Questionnaire (login required).
- Submission of contact information (login required) for 1 pastoral recommender.
- Applicants whose native language is other than English must submit official scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or an approved alternative assessment. For information on alternative assessments or TOEFL waivers, please call Admissions or view the official International Admissions policy.
Preliminary Acceptance
If you are sending in a preliminary transcript for acceptance, you must:
- Be in your final term and planning to start your master’s degree after the last day of class for your bachelor’s degree.
- Complete a Bachelor’s Self-Certification Form confirming your completion date. You may download the form from the Forms and Downloads page or contact an admissions counselor to submit the form on your behalf.
- Submit an official/unofficial transcript to confirm that you are in your final term. The preliminary transcript must show a minimum of 105 completed credit hours.
- If you are a current Liberty University student completing your undergraduate degree, you will need to submit a Degree/Certificate Completion Application.
- Send in an additional, final official transcript with a conferral date on it by the end of your first semester of enrollment in the new master’s degree.
Dual Enrollment
Please see the Online Dual Enrollment page for information about starting graduate courses while finishing your bachelor’s degree.
Transcript Policies
Unofficial College Transcript Policy
Unofficial transcripts combined with a Transcript Request Form can be used for admission. Official transcripts are required within 60 days of the admissions decision or before non-attendance drops for the first set of matriculated classes, whichever comes first, and will prevent enrollment into future terms until all official transcripts have been received.
Before sending unofficial college transcripts, please make sure they include the following:
- Your previous school’s name or logo printed on the document
- Cumulative GPA
- A list of completed courses and earned credit broken down by semester
- Degree and date conferred (if applicable)
Official College Transcript Policy
An acceptable official college transcript is one that has been issued directly from the institution and is in a sealed envelope. If you have one in your possession, it must meet the same requirements. If your previous institution offers electronic official transcript processing, they can send the document directly to luoverify@liberty.edu.
If the student uses unofficial transcripts with a Transcript Request Form to gain acceptance, all official transcripts must be received within 60 days of the admissions decision or before non-attendance drops for the first set of matriculated classes, whichever comes first. Failure to send all official transcripts within the 60-day period will prevent enrollment into future terms until all official transcripts have been received.
Admissions Office Contact Information
Liberty University Online Admissions Verification
1971 University Blvd.
Lynchburg, VA 24515
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Military
Liberty University is dedicated to providing world-class educational experiences to military students across the globe.
Who May Qualify?
- Active Duty
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/Retirees
- Spouses of Service Members and Veterans/Retirees
- Current Department of Defense Employees
Available Benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $275 per credit hour for part-time graduate and postgraduate divinity courses
- Discounted divinity block rate – $2,475 per semester*
- Additional discount for veterans who service in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 per course)**
- 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 per semester are charged at the part-time rate.
**Not applicable to certificates.
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this degree accredited?
Liberty University’s John W. Rawlings School of Divinity is accredited by the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools (ATS). Your seminary degree is 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.
What Are the Benefits of Earning a Master of Divinity at Liberty University Online?
- Our Master of Divinity offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to help train up ministers, missionaries, and ministry professionals.
- If you already hold a shorter, graduate-level seminary degree, most of your coursework may transfer to Liberty’s MDiv online program — allowing you to finish your degree faster!
- Unlike many Bible colleges and seminaries, Liberty is accredited by SACSCOC, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
- We offer Institutional Challenge Exams (ICE), so you can potentially earn credit for prior knowledge.*
- Liberty University’s seminary tuition offers a set block rate of $2,750 per semester when you take 9 to 15 credit hours.**
*Subject to transfer limits.
**Credits taken below 9 and above 15 credit hours are charged at the part-time rate.
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
Why pursue a Master of Divinity degree?
Liberty’s seminary online MDiv program is a great option if you:
- Have already earned an unaccredited seminary degree and are seeking an accredited program for career purposes.
- Have previous ministry experience and hope to enhance your expertise.
- Hold a bachelor’s degree in a different subject but want to pursue graduate ministry studies.
You may also be able to receive course credit for extensive personal study, ministry experience, or previous coursework through our Experience Plus program. We want to recognize the hard work you’ve already put into your career and education, so we offer ways for you to earn your degree while saving time and money — such as Institutional Challenge Exams (ICE)!
Additionally, an MDiv is often the best master’s degree to pursue if you later want to complete a doctoral divinity program, such as Liberty’s Doctor of Ministry (DMin).
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