Graduate Certificate in Theological Studies Mastering Theological Studies

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100% online, 8-week courses

Transfer in up to 50% of the certificate total

Our Graduate Certificate in Theological Studies can provide you with graduate-level training for your ministry in a shorter timeframe than a full degree. This certificate can help you gain a deeper understanding of theology, vital truths in Scripture, and Christian ministry methods and applications. You can also benefit from coursework that encourages you to develop your personal walk with the Lord.

This certificate can also be an excellent introduction to a more in-depth study of Scripture if you are seeking personal enrichment and growth.


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  • Transfer in up to 75% of an Undergrad Degree
  • Transfer in up to 50% of a Grad/Doctoral Degree

Due to the flexible, 100% online format, you can complete this theological studies certificate quickly. This allows you to remain active with your family and ministry while you complete each course.

Additionally, you can be confident that your certificate is held to the highest academic standards. Liberty University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Earning a certificate with us gives you a marketable credential to help you prepare for ministry.

Our mission is to help you impact lives for Christ through your chosen vocation. If you choose, the credit hours you earn in this certificate can transfer into one of our online divinity degrees.


Throughout this online seminary certificate program, your classes can help you integrate your passion for the Bible, theology, and apologetics into your ministry. You can study the doctrines that are vital to the Christian faith like God’s nature and the authority of Scripture.

Through your Christian theology online courses, you can also explore:

  • The historical backgrounds of the Church
  • The impact of having an eternal outlook on life
  • The profound mark salvation makes on the life of a Christian

Upon completion of the courses in this certificate, you can articulate your faith in a clear and dynamic way. The knowledge and skills gained in this certificate can help you pursue careers in ministry and church administration.

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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.

Electronic textbooks are provided for many divinity courses* all for one convenient fee. To continue our mission of providing affordable education, this fee is waived for students who enroll by Summer 2024 D-term.

*Electronic textbooks are not provided for courses that fall under departments outside the School of Divinity.

Grad & Postgrad Divinity Block Rate (9-15 credit hours) $2,750
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

These rates also apply to the MA in Pastoral Counseling, which falls under the School of Behavioral Sciences.

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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)

These benefits also apply to the MA in Pastoral Counseling, which falls under the School of Behavioral Sciences.

*Credits taken below 9 and above 15 credit hours per semester are charged at the part-time rate.

**Not applicable to certificates.