Overview
Students in the Christian Ministry program at Dallas Baptist University learn how to be effective pastoral ministers through practical, biblical, historical, theological, and general ministry-related courses.
They also have the opportunity to apply what they learn in relevant ministry contexts and dialogue with ministry leaders in the field. A generous variety of elective courses can adapt to your personal calling in ministry, resulting in a customized degree plan.
Program Goals
- Provide a flexible, easily adaptable program of study that allows students to pursue their specific calling
- Understand key biblical, hermeneutical, theological, and historical concepts relating to Christian ministry and mission
- Engage in practical ministry experience through the local church and church-related endeavors
- Identify the potential of various 21st-century ministry contexts
- Clarify one’s calling to Christian ministry
Programme Structure
Courses include:
Christian Education in the Local Church
- Principles for Bible Teaching
- Business for Legal Administration for Ministry
Marriage and Family Counseling
- Faith Formation in the Life Stages
- Ministry to Families
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Religious Studies & Theology Christian Studies View 206 other Masters in Christian Studies in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Evidence that the student is a Christian and is compatible with DBU’s mission by proven conduct in accordance with Christian standards set forth in the Bible, announced intent, and by church involvement.
- A Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
- Evidence of sound moral character and compatibility with DBU's mission
- A likelihood of academic success as demonstrated by a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale in all previous course work
- Two letters of recommendation from non-family members
- A current professional résumé
Tuition Fee
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International
42372 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1177 USD per credit during 12 months. -
National
42372 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1177 USD per credit during 12 months.
Living costs for Dallas
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.