Overview

You can graduate prepared with the biblical, theological, and practical competencies required to fulfill your calling and impact the world for Jesus Christ with Oral Roberts University’s Master of Divinity .

More than this, our unique mission to develop Holy Spirit-empowered leaders through Whole Person Education can truly set you apart to bring God’s healing power to a hurting world. Our commitment to equip Spirit-empowered leaders is why our M.Div. graduates -- fully prepared in spirit, mind, and body -- are transforming lives as ministers of the gospel all across the globe.

WHY ORU'S MASTER OF DIVINITY?

Spiritual Formation: Increased emotional intelligence and spiritual integrity, as reflected in one’s spiritual gifts, strength of character, personal resilience, and spiritual discernment.

Advanced Knowledge: A foundational knowledge of Biblical literature, Christian theology, and church history with an emphasis on the Spirit-empowered tradition.
Leadership Skills: Effective intercultural competencies in managing differences among diverse communities and age cohorts.
Communication Skills: Essential interpersonal ministry skills in small groups, teaching, preaching, pastoral care, and non-profit management.
Ministry Credential: The standard degree that opens doors to seeking ordination or professional ministry roles as a pastor or chaplain.

Programme Structure

Courses include

Spirit-Empowered Formation and Ministry
Old and New Testament Synthesis
Biblical Hermeneutics
Biblical Language Tools for Ministry
Systematic Theology
Church History
Church in the Contemporary World
Ministry Practicum

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

73 SCH

73.5

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Oklahoma City, United States

Disciplines

Theology and Religious Studies View 389 other Masters in Theology and Religious Studies in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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Other requirements

General requirements

Submit Your Application
Please click here to apply to Oral Roberts University.
Send Official Transcripts*
Using one of the options below, have your official transcripts sent directly to ORU Admissions from each college and university you’ve attended.
*International students who completed their studies outside of the US are required to provide a US equivalency transcript evaluation
Personal Sketch: The essay should be typed with standard paper formats (i.e. 12 point font, double or single space, 1” margins, etc). In a total of 1-2 pages, please answer the following questions fully.
Faculty Interview
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You may use the following link to have your recommendations submitted online: go.oru.edu/gradrec.
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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

13048 USD / year

≈ 13048 USD / year
Out-of-State

13048 USD / year

≈ 13048 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

13048 USD / year

≈ 13048 USD / year

Funding

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Overview

WHY ORU'S MASTER OF DIVINITY?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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