Overview

Key features

You will have the opportunity to study with top Black Church scholars who are nationally recognized for preaching, civil rights, ethics, wealth and poverty, and more.

Your instructors will introduce you to the best resources, research, and scholarship in the field using actionable coursework you can apply to your local context.

In our degree program, you will experience a mix of coursework including Theology, Bible, Spiritual Formation, Black Church Studies, and electives.

At Ashland University you can expect to work in a highly relational classroom to analyze customs and cultures within church and family structures. You will also complete an in-depth study of Scripture in the context of Black History and interpretation.

Together, we will examine theology, church history, and the Gospel with attention to the Black experience.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biblical Studies
Christian History and Theology
Practical Theology
Black Church Studies
Spiritual Formation Courses

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-01-09 00:00:00

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Starting 2024-05-08 00:00:00

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Starting 2024-08-29 00:00:00

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Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

Credits

55 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Disciplines

Theology and Religious Studies View 840 other Masters in Theology and Religious Studies in United States

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

79

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

We partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.

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Other requirements

General requirements

A submitted online application, which includes:
A non-refundable application fee of $30.
Essay responses as identified in the online application.
Two letters of recommendation, one pastor / spiritual mentor and one professional.
Official electronic or paper transcripts for all degree issuing, post-secondary institutions attended. If admitted with an unofficial transcript, you may not register for a second term until the final, official transcript has been received.
Personal interview, if requested by the Office of Admissions.
Applicants to the Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling will receive instructions for the completion of a personality inventory ($100 fee) and follow-up interview.
Review our student handbook and agree to abide by the policies therein before applying.

Tuition Fee

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International

34650 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 630 USD per credit during 12 months.
National

34650 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 630 USD per credit during 12 months.

Living costs for Ashland

1078 - 1787 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Black Church Studies.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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