Overview

In this Bible and Theology programme from Liberty University, you can develop foundational skills needed for understanding the overarching theological narrative of Scripture. You’ll take courses covering the Old and New Testaments, hermeneutics, and systematic theology as well as prepare to navigate pressing theological issues facing the church today.

The goal is to help you grow not only in knowledge but also in your ability to communicate biblical truth with clarity and conviction. To this end, the courses are taught from a values-driven perspective that encourages ethical reflection and theological depth.

Highlights

Earn Your Degree from a Fully Accredited Institution - Liberty University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), which ensures that your master’s degree is both recognized and respected in academic and ministry circles. You’ll be learning within a trusted institution committed to academic integrity and spiritual formation.

Study Under Experienced and Faithful Faculty - Your professors at Liberty aren’t just academics, they’re also theologians, speakers, authors, and researchers dedicated to conservative evangelical theology. Each faculty member is committed to the authority of Scripture and passionate about equipping you to rightly divide the Word of truth and defend the faith with clarity and conviction.

Explore Rare Historical Resources in the Scriptorium - You’ll have access to Liberty’s Scriptorium, which houses a world-class collection of rare biblical texts and artifacts. This includes a 111-foot-long Torah scroll from the 16th century, a functioning Gutenberg Printing Press replica, and the Rawlings Foundation’s rare books collection valued at over $1 million, all of which connect you to the deep history of the Christian faith.

Tailor Your Degree to Match Your Ministry Calling - With flexible elective options, you can shape your MA in Bible and Theology to align with your personal interests and career goals. Whether you’re preparing for pastoral ministry, teaching, or further graduate study, this degree offers the customization you need to focus your theological education where it matters most.

Pursue Research with an Optional Thesis Track - If you’re looking to engage deeply with theological scholarship, Liberty offers an optional thesis track. This gives you the opportunity to conduct original research and contribute to ongoing conversations in biblical studies and theology, an excellent path for those considering doctoral work or academic ministry.

Career

Liberty University’s Master of Arts in Bible and Theology can help prepare you to pursue the following occupations:

Bible study author

Missionary

Professor

Teaching pastor

Theologian

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Contextualized Apologetics in the Late Modern Age

Language Tools

Theological Foundations

Critical Contextual Issues Facing the Church

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-31 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-31 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lynchburg, United States

Disciplines

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General requirements

Admission application

Official transcripts showing a regionally or nationally accredited bachelor’s degree with at least a 2.0 GPA for admission in good standing

John W. Rawlings School of Divinity Questionnaire

Pastoral recommender contact information

Self-certification form (for students who are in the final term of their bachelor’s degree)

Current Liberty undergraduate students seeking preliminary acceptance into a graduate programme must complete a degree completion application through their ASIST account

Tuition Fees

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5700 USD / year

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Additional Details

Part-time : $410 per credit hour

Living costs

Lynchburg

United States

942 - 1540 USD / month

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