Overview

The scope of the program will allow both clergy and lay members to complete a graduate degree in ministerial studies which will positively affect their practice of ministry. The degree prepares students in the foundational theory and praxis of ministry as well as in the social and psychological contexts of the people to whom they will minister. Interdisciplinary in nature, this program presents the foundations and skills of ministry for pastoral staff ministry (e.g. family pastors, youth pastors, lead pastors, worship pastors) and parachurch staff (e.g. non-profit organizations, discipleship associations, social service providers).

Goals

The overall goal of the Ministry Studies program at Lee University is to provide advanced understanding of ministry issues in order to prepare men and women seeking to fulfill their calling to vocational ministry in both church and parachurch settings.

Emphases within the program will attain the following goals:

Leadership: The leadership studies track will outline key elements in leading organizations; develop a basic knowledge of leadership; acquaint students with a development model for equipping and training followers; focus on the minister’s personal life (e.g., value systems, morals, ethics) as it relates to leadership; and on leading through motivation, communication and conflict leadership (which includes conflict management and resolution).

Practical Theology: The practical theological studies emphasis provides training in biblical and theological studies specifically for use in ministry contexts. the intent of the emphasis is to provide both enhanced knowledge and successful methods for biblical, theological and liturgical study to enhance the student’s practice of ministry.

Worship: The worship studies emphasis is not intended to provide musical skills to the novice worship leader. Rather, the focus of the degree is on exploring the theological and historical foundations of worship in the Christian Church in conversation with contemporary practices of worship. The intent is to enhance the worship leader’s musical ability with a theologically sound understanding of worship, as well as the skills for theological reflection and cultural analysis that are vital for ministry in the 21st century.

Youth/Family: The youth and family studies emphasis enables men and women to minister effectively to children, youth and families in contemporary culture, via exploration of the biblical and theological foundations of ministry, the foundational theories and praxis of ministry, and the social and psychological contexts of the people to whom they will minister.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Christian Spirituality and Ministry
Perspectives on Leadership
Practical Theology
Methods of Bible Study
Homiletics
Christian Faith and Culture

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00

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International applicants are expected to apply well in advance of their projected beginning date.

Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cleveland, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applications are welcome from students who hold a bachelor’s degree from any accredited university, college, or Bible college

Applicants whose bachelor’s degree is not in religion, theology, Bible or practical ministry may apply for acceptance but will be required to take up to 12 hours of leveling courses in biblical and theological studies.

Official undergraduate and graduate transcripts of credit earned at all institutions of higher education.

A preferred GPA of 2.75 in undergraduate studies.

An essay of approximately 1,000 words which will provide the Director of Graduate Programs in Christian Ministries and the Admissions Committee with a description of the candidate’s future goals.

An interview, either by phone or in person, with the Director of Graduate Programs in Christian Ministries or a designated faculty member of the program.

MMR Immunization Verification

Proof of Chicken Pox Immunity (Required for all full-time students born after 1979).

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

36180 USD / year

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Out-of-State

36180 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

36180 USD / year

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Funding

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