Master of Divinity in Leadership Transform Ministry Leadership

75
Credit Hours
Online,* 8-week courses
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Extend Your Ministry Reach with Our Master of Divinity Online – Leadership Degree
As the largest religion in the world, Christianity influences lives every day. Christian ministries need godly leaders, pastors, and laypeople to serve the growing needs of the Church. Do you believe this is your calling? If so, Liberty University’s Master of Divinity (MDiv) in Leadership can provide you with the knowledge and training you need to be an effective leader in ministry.
You will be provided with foundational concepts in subjects like Old and New Testament studies, hermeneutics, discipleship, and the Greek and Hebrew languages. You will also take courses that focus on leadership development, conflict resolution, and church planting. As a leader in ministry, Liberty University’s MDiv in Leadership will allow you to broaden your scope of scriptural knowledge and the roles of a leader while allowing you to continue serving in ministry.
*Some exclusions apply. Please refer to our exclusions page for more information.
Accreditation
Liberty Theological Seminary, as part of 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.









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What Sets Us Apart?
- Private Nonprofit University
- 600+ Online Degrees
- No Standardized Testing for Admission
- Transfer in up to 75% of an Undergrad Degree
- Transfer in up to 50% of a Grad/Doctoral Degree
Why Choose Liberty’s MDiv?
Liberty University’s mission is Training Champions for Christ. Developing leaders, especially in ministry positions, is a key component of that mission. As someone who is interested in leadership within ministry roles, we understand you have professional, community, family, and ministry obligations to maintain.
Our Master of Divinity – Leadership degree is offered 100% online, so you can complete your coursework from the comfort of home. You will also benefit from some of the lowest tuition rates in the nation as well as block rates for full-time studies.
What Will You Study in the Leadership Master of Divinity at Liberty University Online?
As a Master of Divinity online student, you will experience a wide range of in-depth coursework in apologetics, church ministry, evangelism, homiletics, Old and New Testament, and theology. Our John W. Rawlings School of Divinity will provide you with a balanced and fruitful learning experience. You can learn theoretical and practical core knowledge that is vital for ministry leaders.
Our Master of Divinity online with a specialization in leadership features dynamic courses to prepare you for executive responsibilities in church or parachurch organization. Through this program you can learn how to think like a visionary in your pursuit of fulfilling the Great Commission. We invite you to take a look at some of our featured courses below.
Potential Career Opportunities
- Christian school educator
- Church education administrator
- Ministry program director
- Nonprofit director
- Parachurch leader
- Pastor
- Professor at a Christian university
- Sunday school administrator
Featured Courses
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.
To continue our mission of providing affordable education, electronic textbooks are provided for many divinity courses* all for one convenient fee.
*Electronic textbooks are not provided for PACO courses or courses that fall under departments outside the School of Divinity.
Grad & Postgrad Divinity Block Rate (9-15 credit hours) | $2,750 |
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Grad & Postgrad Divinity Part Time (1-8.99 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 (1-8.99 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 Master of Divinity in Leadership
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. *Please note: the M.A. in Christian Apologetics requires a 2.5 GPA for admission in good standing.
- 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 serve 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 a master’s in divinity worth it?
We believe a Master of Divinity is absolutely worth your time and effort! But first, you have to decide if this program is right for you and your goals. Take a look at these questions to find out:
- Are you passionate about God’s Word and interested in increasing your knowledge of the Gospel?
- Do you want to become better equipped to minister to others and fulfill the Great Commission?
- Do you want to move into a new role, like lead pastor, church administrator, or nonprofit director?
- Are you interested in increasing your earning potential?
If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, then a Master of Divinity is probably the next step in your professional journey!
What are the benefits of earning Liberty University’s online MDiv?
- The Master of Divinity is the most comprehensive seminary program available to ministers, missionaries, and ministry professionals.
- Those with shorter graduate seminary degrees may find that most of their previous coursework will be transferred to Liberty’s MDiv online program.
- Unlike many online colleges, Liberty University is regionally accredited through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
- Institutional Challenge Exams (ICE) are available to test out of foundational biblical and theological studies content for the online MDiv program.
What does Master of Divinity mean?
A Master of Divinity is a graduate degree that prepares people to work in a professional ministry setting. This program, or its equivalent, is typically what is offered to seminary students training to become a pastor or other ministry leader.
Can you teach with a master’s in divinity?
Yes – earning a Master of Divinity can qualify you to teach in certain settings. If you are interested in teaching at a Christian school or undergraduate religion courses at a university, this program can help you get there.
Is Liberty University a seminary?
- Yes –Liberty Theological Seminary, is a part of Liberty University’s John W. Rawlings School of Divinity. Our divinity programs prepare students to work in churches, parachurches, nonprofit organizations, and other ministries. Depending on which degree you choose, you can become qualified to work as a senior pastor, chaplain, global mobilizer, or nonprofit director.
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