472 Master's in Christian Studies in North America

The Master of Arts (Church History) students at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary are typically interested in pursuing doctoral work, for which this degree is excellent preparation. Some may wish to teach in Christian education, enter into other ministries or learn to more effectively serve in their current vocation.

The Ministry degree from Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago is designed for students who are pursuing a call to the ELCA’s Word and Service roster or preparing for ministry in secular settings. 

The M.A. in Theology at Villanova University provides a comprehensive foundation in the Augustinian tradition. This master level programme, delivered through a public study mode, typically lasts two years for full-time students. It integrates faith and reason to prepare graduates for ministry or further academic research.

The Theology M.A. at St. John's University is a 33-credit postgraduate programme delivered through a flexible public study mode. This degree integrates academic rigour with pastoral ministry preparation, focusing on Catholic heritage and social justice. It is available at the Queens campus or via online learning.

The Master of Theology program (ThM) at Princeton Theological Seminary is designed for students who wish to improve or deepen their preparation for ministry beyond the level reached by their MDiv degree or MTS, or who desire to acquire preparation for specialized ministries of the church

Divinity from University of Chicago is a two-year program providing a foundation in the academic study of religion and its adjacent fields.

The University of Saint Mary of the Lake is now offering an online or in-person Master of Arts in Pastoral Studies (MAPS) degree program for both lay students and Deacons.

The Comparative Religion at Graduate Theological Union encourages the joint study of different religious traditions by exploring their fundamental themes, beliefs, and concerns, their principal figures and texts, and their variety of rituals and practices.

The Divinity Master is offered by George Fox University. For those called to be Christian leaders, it is essential to have a firm understanding of Christian heritage and theology as well as the wisdom to apply one’s knowledge in love and service.

The Theology - Christian Traditions program at Seattle Pacific University expands your knowledge of the church’s global heritage from the era of the New Testament to the present.

There are those interested in or involved in vocational ministry who want to pursue postgraduate study, but pursuing a 75-hour M.Div. is impractical or undesirable. The 48-hour Master of Arts in Christian Ministry at Grace College and Seminary is a wonderful alternative!

The Christian Ministry concentration at Grace College and Seminary equips leaders with spiritual formation, preparing them to serve in settings that advance the gospel and facilitate growth in Christ, such as churches, Christian non-profits, and parachurch organizations.

The purpose of the Master of Divinity program from International Baptist College and Seminary is to provide seminary-level training for men pursuing pastoral, missionary, or evangelistic ministry.

The Master of Divinity program from Eastern Mennonite University is recommended for students seeking a comprehensive preparation for Christian ministry. 

The Pastoral Care and Counseling Master of Arts program at New Brunswick Theological Seminary is a compassionate and comprehensive academic path that blends theology with counseling expertise, fostering well-rounded ministry professionals.

The Pastoral Studies and Counseling at Loyola University New Orleans offers a thorough grounding in theology and hermeneutics

The Master of Applied Theology from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary is designed for those who want to understand and employ biblical, theological, and practical knowledge in urgent ministry areas. 

The Theology - Christian Ministry program at Seattle Pacific University lets you focus on the classical theological disciplines of Scripture, church history, theology, and ethics to fashion the theology degree best for you.

The Christian Ministry Online programme at Oral Roberts University is a degree designed for aspiring leaders. This 36-credit course is delivered via a public study mode, offering a flexible 100% online format. Students can complete the curriculum in 20 months while balancing professional and family life.

Columbia International University offers the Muslim-Christian Relations MDiv (Master of Divinity) program.