Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Christian Worship
Lay the Foundation for Future Generations of Worship Leaders with a Ph.D. in Christian Worship
If you are an experienced worship leader with years of knowledge and ministry experience, equip yourself further to disciple and multiply worship leaders. Liberty University’s 100% online Ph.D. in Christian Worship degree guides you in researching within the field of worship so that you can make a unique contribution to the field.
You have a passion for leading others in worship, and our online Ph.D. degree can help you expand your knowledge of worship theology, philosophy, and methodology. Whether you are looking to work as a university professor or continue leading your church in worship, this Ph.D. in worship can help you solidify your influence within your denomination and prepare you to broaden your impact on the field of Christian worship.
What Will You Learn in Our Doctorate in Christian Worship?
Through this program, you will:
- Complete dissertation research with mentorship from Liberty faculty.
- Cover advanced studies in the biblical foundations, theology, and philosophy of worship.
- Gain more knowledge in practical strategies for worship leading and the spiritual formation of a worship leader.
- Utilize quantitative and qualitative research methods to contribute to Christian worship scholarship.
Our Christian Worship Ph.D. focuses heavily on research. You will create your own research concept and complete a dissertation on the concept you choose so you can be recognized as a scholar in Christian worship.
Potential Careers with a Ph.D. in Christian Worship
- College professor
- Worship leader
- Worship researcher
Highlights of Our Ph.D. in Christian Worship
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:
- We are recognized by multiple institutions for our academic quality, affordability, and accessibility. Our commitment to excellence also helped us rank in the top 10% of Niche.com’s best online schools in America. Earning your online worship studies doctoral degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- 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 our undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs for the past 9 years – and counting.
- You can complete our doctorate in Christian worship in just 3 years.
- Our Ph.D. in Christian Worship allows you to transfer in up to 30 qualifying postgraduate and doctoral credit hours, allowing you to complete as few as 30 doctorate-level credits to graduate.
Military Tuition Discount
We want to help you find the doctoral degree you want — at a price you’ve earned. As a thank-you for your military service, Liberty University offers eligible current and former service members like you or your spouse multiple pathways to earn a doctoral degree for only $300/credit hour. Here’s how:
- If you’re earning or have earned a master’s degree through Liberty, you automatically qualify for the low price (when you begin within 2 years of your master’s completion).
- If you haven’t earned a graduate degree through Liberty, our Executive Certificate program allows you to pay only $300/credit hour for a postgraduate certificate that can stand alone or potentially count as the first 21 hours of a related doctoral degree. Then pay just $300/credit hour for your doctorate. Learn more!
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Credit Hours
Available Online
Class Type
100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Next Start Date
May 13, 2024
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC