Overview

Masters of Arts (Biblical Languages) students at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary are typically interested in pursuing doctoral work, for which this degree is excellent preparation. Some may choose to earn a dual degree with Old Testament or New Testament to enhance their preparedness for further studies.

If you are interested in Bible translation, teaching or other related ministries, the MABL will prepare you well by equipping you with essential exegetical and hermeneutical skills using the original languages.

Goals

To understand the basic content and themes of the Old and New Testaments in their historical and cultural settings as well as the historical and theological dimensions of the Christian faith
To gain an intermediate competency with biblical Hebrew and Greek in order to develop exegetical and hermeneutical skills using the original languages, and also to acquire competency in ancient languages other than Hebrew and Greek
In keeping with the highest tradition of Christian scholarship, to develop advanced skills for biblical research and writing, using original languages, and to develop an awareness of important bibliographic resources

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Intermediate Greek

Intermediate Hebrew Grammar

Aramaic

Old Testament Survey

New Testament Survey

Interpreting the Old Testament

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-08 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

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Credits

60 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Essex, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Application Form

Three References

Official Transcripts

Two Written Essays

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

26250 USD / year

≈ 26250 USD / year
Out-of-State

26250 USD / year

≈ 26250 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

26250 USD / year

≈ 26250 USD / year

Living costs

Essex

United States

1369 - 2318 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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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Biblical Languages.

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Overview

Goals

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Essex

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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