Overview

Columbia International University presents the Chaplaincy MDiv program, a comprehensive and highly respected master's degree designed to prepare individuals for chaplaincy roles in various settings, such as healthcare, military, or prisons. This program emphasizes spiritual care, counseling, and ministry in diverse contexts, equipping students for effective chaplaincy service.

Key Features

Comprehensive curriculum combining theological training and practical ministry skills
Experienced faculty with expertise in chaplaincy
Emphasis on spiritual care, counseling, and ministry in specialized environments
Opportunities for hands-on ministry experience and clinical training

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Pastoral Theology and Spiritual Care
Chaplaincy in Healthcare Settings
Chaplaincy in the Military
Chaplaincy in Corrections
Crisis Intervention and Trauma Care

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 28 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

75 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Columbia, United States

Disciplines

Theology and Religious Studies View 746 other Masters in Theology and Religious Studies in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Online application
$25 application fee
Application essay (800-1000 words)
Reference from a church leader or professional contact
Official transcripts for bachelor's degree and any relevant master's degree coursework
International Credential Advancement Package (ICAP) evaluation by World Education Services (WES) or an evaluation by InCred for transcripts from schools outside the United States
Official report of the score earned on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) if English is not the applicant's first language.

Tuition Fees

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International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

17678 USD / year

≈ 17678 USD / year
Out-of-State

17678 USD / year

≈ 17678 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

17678 USD / year

≈ 17678 USD / year

Living costs

Columbia

United States

999 - 1508 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

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