Overview

Students at Eastern University can choose concentrations in Christian Faith and Public Policy, Biblical Studies and Theology, Christian Counseling, and General Studies.

Some pursue this Theological Studies degree in response to God’s call for vocational application in government, advocacy, counseling and lay ministry within their own congregation, or for personal spiritual growth. Others pursue this degree to prepare for PhD studies.

Learning outcomes

Whole Gospel: Demonstrate a biblically informed and theologically grounded commitment to a Holistic Gospel Witness. Activate a commitment to service in the church and community to minister to changing times.
Whole World: Develop the ability to engage in the reality and the theology of diverse communities; through a global context of the Christian tradition and intercultural understanding.
Whole Persons: Develop a hunger for lifelong spiritual formation and a commitment to fostering interdependent relationships.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Critical Analysis
Old Testament Study
Biblical Interpretation for Ministry
Systematic Theology and Ethics: Vision of Community
Nurturing Spiritual Life and Character
Theology and Ethics of Congregational Life

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-04 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

48 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Philadelphia, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

BA or equivalency
Resume/CV

Recommendation: One recommendation from a person who can attest to your eagerness to grow intellectually, spiritually, in ministry, or in other relevant ways.

Personal Statement

Official Transcripts
Minimum Undergraduate GPA of 2.5 required. Applicants with an undergraduate GPA below 2.5 will be considered on a case by case basis and must submit a GPA letter. A graduate GPA over 3.0 can also satisfy the minimum GPA requirement.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

11520 USD / year

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Out-of-State

11520 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

11520 USD / year

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Living costs

Philadelphia

United States

1313 - 2284 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

Learning outcomes

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Philadelphia

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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