Overview

The Pastoral Care and Counseling Master of Arts program at New Brunswick Theological Seminary is an esteemed program that prepares students to provide empathetic and effective counseling within the context of ministry. With a strong foundation in theology and counseling techniques, graduates are equipped to offer meaningful support to individuals and communities in need.

Key Features

Integration of theology and counseling
Expert faculty with practical experience
Clinical training opportunities
Focus on ethics and cultural sensitivity
Emphasis on spiritual care
Small class sizes for personalized learning
Preparation for professional licensure
Community engagement and fieldwork

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Marriage and Family Counseling
Crisis Intervention and Trauma Care
Ethical and Legal Issues in Counseling
Pastoral Counseling Skills
Group Counseling
Clinical Supervision and Practice

Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-31 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

48 SCH

Delivered

Blended, Online

Campus Location

New Brunswick, United States

Disciplines

Theology and Religious Studies Christian Studies View 484 other Masters in Christian Studies in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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General requirements

Hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with an academic record indicating scholarly ability and academic achievement, including an undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 or higher (on a 4.0 scale).
Official transcript(s) of all undergraduate and graduate work pursued to date are required*;
Complete Application Form with $75 non-refundable application/background check fee;
Two letters of recommendation;
Complete a statement of purpose following the instructions on the application;
Students with additional master’s credits may receive transfer credits (see the transfer creditpolicy);
Provide Photo ID (state issued driver’s license, state identification card or Passport) to verify identity.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

16800 USD / year

≈ 16800 USD / year
Out-of-State

16800 USD / year

≈ 16800 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

16800 USD / year

≈ 16800 USD / year

Living costs

New Brunswick

United States

1204 - 2963 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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Key Features

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

New Brunswick

Funding

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