MDiv in Christian Ministries
Overview
Lead with Confidence and Purpose in Ministry with Our MDiv in Christian Ministries
Ministry is more than a calling – it’s a lifelong commitment to serving others, sharing the Gospel, and guiding communities in faith. If you’re ready to deepen your theological knowledge and develop practical skills for impactful ministry, Liberty University’s Master of Divinity (MDiv) in Christian Ministries could be the right path for you.
Our Christian ministry degree is designed to focus on leadership development, intercultural engagement, and real-world ministry application, integrating rigorous theological study with hands-on training. From biblical interpretation and apologetics to pastoral care and leadership, you can work to build the skills to serve in diverse ministry contexts.
As part of the Liberty Theological Seminary, this program is rooted in a commitment to mission-driven excellence. Whether you envision leading a church, working in global ministry, or serving in a parachurch organization, a master’s degree in Christian ministry can help provide the foundation to navigate today’s evolving ministry landscape. With access to a thriving community of faculty and peers, you can grow spiritually and professionally while preparing to make a lasting impact.
Credit Hours
View CoursesNext start date: Aug 18, 2025
ATS Accredited
Highlights of Our MDiv in Christian Ministry Degree
Accredited and Respected
The Liberty Theological Seminary is ATS-accredited, ensuring a high academic standard that aligns with rigorous theological education and professional ministry preparation.
Hands-On Ministry Training
Gain real-world experience through a practicum that allows you to apply your theological knowledge in a church, missions, or parachurch setting.
State-of-the-Art Facilities
Study in the iconic Freedom Tower, home to one of the largest schools for religious studies and ministerial training in the nation, featuring cutting-edge theological resources and a community dedicated to Gospel-centered education.
Thriving Spiritual Community
Engage in weekly campus worship services, prayer groups, and discipleship opportunities, fostering a Christ-centered atmosphere where you can connect with like-minded peers and faculty dedicated to ministry.
Career Potential
Potential Career Opportunities for Christian Ministries MDiv Graduates
Liberty University’s MDiv in Christian Ministries can help prepare you to pursue the following occupations:
- Apologist
- Chaplain
- Church planter
- Evangelist
- Senior pastor
- Youth pastor
Courses
What Will You Study in Our Master’s in Christian Ministry Degree?
Our Master of Divinity in Christian Ministries is designed to provide a comprehensive theological education that can help equip you with practical ministry skills, biblical knowledge, and leadership development. This program integrates deep scriptural study with real-world application, helping you become prepared to meet the challenges of modern ministry.
Your coursework includes core theological and biblical studies, covering topics such as hermeneutics, systematic theology, and biblical interpretation, so you can develop a deeper understanding of Scripture’s grand narrative. Additionally, MDiv courses covering apologetics and theological foundations can help you engage with contemporary theological issues while maintaining a strong biblical framework.
Beyond biblical studies, our degree in Christian ministry strongly emphasizes leadership, evangelism, and pastoral care. You will study leadership character, influence, and team leadership strategies to help strengthen your ability to guide congregations and ministry teams. MDiv course topics like the Great Commission, biblical multiplication, and global engagement emphasize reaching diverse communities and navigating cultural differences in ministry.
Practical application is central to our MDiv in Christian ministry degree, with a practicum that allows you to gain hands-on ministry experience in a real-world setting. This hands-on opportunity can help ensure that what you study in class translates into ministry leadership. You will also be able to explore elective courses, allowing you to tailor your education to specific areas of ministry interest.
By combining rigorous academic training with practical ministry preparation, Liberty’s MDiv in Christian Ministries offers a well-rounded education supporting spiritual formation and professional growth.
Featured Christian Ministries MDiv Courses
LEAD 500 – Developing Leadership Character and Readiness
THEO 505 – Theological Foundations
THEO 540 – Issues in Systematic Theology
THEO 600 – Critical Contextual Issues Facing the Church
Accreditation
Your seminary degree is approved by the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools (ATS) and has met rigorous accreditation standards. You can feel confident that your degree is both academically excellent and well-respected among churches, ministries, and nonprofit organizations.
Degree Information
- Explore further with the Degree Completion Plan (coming soon) or Course Catalog.
- This program falls under the Liberty Theological Seminary.
Additional Degree Information
BENEFITS
Why Choose Liberty’s MDiv in Christian Ministry Degree?
Blend Biblical Depth with Practical Ministry Training
At Liberty, you can build a strong theological foundation while also gaining hands-on ministry experience. This MDiv program emphasizes both Scripture and service, helping you understand how to apply biblical truth in a variety of ministry contexts. Through courses like apologetics, evangelism, and biblical multiplication, you can explore how to reach people where they are. Plus, a practicum experience allows you to engage directly in ministry before graduation.
Learn from Faithful Leaders in a Christ-Centered Community
You’ll study under professors who bring decades of ministry experience to the classroom and who are dedicated to your spiritual and academic growth. Liberty’s on-campus seminary environment is intentionally Christ-focused, encouraging authentic discipleship and community. You’ll be surrounded by peers who are also pursuing God’s call to ministry, which can deepen your sense of purpose and connection. With facilities designed to support theological education, Liberty fosters both intellectual and spiritual development.
Prepare for a Lifetime of Service – Locally and Globally
Whether you’re called to serve in a church, on the mission field, or in a parachurch organization, this degree can help equip you for meaningful ministry. Liberty’s program supports a mission-driven approach, encouraging you to develop adaptable strategies for diverse cultural and ministry settings. You can gain tools to think critically, communicate clearly, and lead with compassion in today’s rapidly shifting ministry landscape. This is preparation that extends beyond the classroom and into real-world impact.
Engage in Purposeful Training Rooted in the Great Commission
This MDiv program is shaped by a deep commitment to the Great Commission and historic Christian tradition. Courses are designed to help you develop as both a disciple and a leader, focusing on personal growth as much as professional readiness. You can explore how to meet the spiritual and practical needs of others while cultivating a faithful response to God’s call. It’s an education designed to align your heart, mind, and mission.
Tuition & Aid
How Much Does it Cost to Attend Liberty On Campus?
Knowing up-front what you’re paying for and why can go a long way toward making you feel comfortable about your investment. This overview of major college costs can give you an idea of what’s coming so you can create an accurate budget from the start.
All Tuition & Aid
| Part-time | $410 per credit hour |
#4 Best College Campus in America
At Liberty, you’ll find an affordable, high-quality education designed to help equip students like you for the real world. Our commitment to excellence has earned us recognition as the #4 Best College Campus in America by Niche.com.
Earning your degree from a nonprofit university with state-of-the-art resources like ours can help set you apart from your peers.
Specializations
Master of Divinity in Christian Ministries Specializations
The Master of Divinity in Christian Ministries offers a variety of specializations designed to help you focus your studies on the areas of ministry that matter most to you. You can select a specialization that best suits your ministry goals while building a strong foundation in biblical and theological studies.
Specializations
General*
Advanced Biblical Interpretation
Biblical Interpretation
Admissions
How Do You Become a Master of Divinity in Christian Ministries Student?
Every application is reviewed on a case-by-case basis, and all applicants must submit the following documents and meet the minimum requirements for admission:
- Admission application
- Official transcripts showing a regionally or nationally accredited bachelor’s degree with at least a 2.0 GPA for admission in good standing
- John W. Rawlings School of Divinity Questionnaire
- Pastoral recommender contact information
- Self-certification form (for students who are in the final term of their bachelor’s degree)
- Current Liberty undergraduate students seeking preliminary acceptance into a graduate program must complete a degree completion application through their ASIST account
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