Overview

The Divinity, Pastoral Care and Counseling dual-degree program at New Brunswick Theological Seminary is an exceptional academic path that combines the richness of divinity studies with the skills and compassion required for effective pastoral care and counseling. This program equips students to serve as well-rounded and empathetic ministry professionals, ready to meet the spiritual and emotional needs of diverse communities.

Key Features

Integration of divinity, pastoral care, and counseling
Expert faculty with practical experience
Clinical training and pastoral internships
Emphasis on ethical and cultural competence
Spiritual formation and theological reflection
Preparation for professional licensure
Community engagement and fieldwork
Flexibility for part-time students

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Pastoral Theology and Care
Clinical Pastoral Education
Marriage and Family Counseling
Church History and Tradition
Homiletics and Preaching
Ethics and Social Justice

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months
Part-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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

Language

English

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Credits

96 SCH

Delivered

Blended, Online

Campus Location

New Brunswick, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution with a grade point average of 3.0 or higher (4.0 scale).
Official transcript(s)* of all undergraduate and graduate work pursued to date are required;
Complete a statement of purpose following the instructions on the application.
Two letters of recommendation.
Complete Application Form with $75 non-refundable application/background check fee;
Students with additional master’s credits may receive transfer credits (see the transfer credit policy).
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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