Theology and Religious StudiesNorth America

785 Master's degrees in Theology and Religious Studies in North America

Liberty University4,2(26)

Online

Pastoral Counseling (Online)

The Master of Arts in Pastoral Counseling (Online) is a degree that can travel far in an imperfect world. If you want to help people work through life’s challenges, Liberty University’s non-licensure pastoral counseling degree is a great option.

M.A. Part-time Online

2 years$7,380/yr

Saint Louis University4,1(35)

Saint Louis, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Philosophy and Theology for Ministry

The Philosophy and Theology for Ministry at Saint Louis University provides the interdisciplinary foundations for intelligent ministry in the Church and further divinity studies required for ordination.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

3 years$36,400/yr

Fresno Pacific University4,0(1)

Fresno, United States

Divinity

Pastoral leadership in today’s ever-changing world requires theological conviction grounded in rigorous study. Join the Divinity degree at Fresno Pacific University to learn more.

Master Full-time On-campus

4 years$13,860/yr

Case Western Reserve University4,5(14)

Cleveland Heights, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Religious Studies

The Religious Studies program of Case Western Reserve University is multicultural, non-sectarian, and both disciplinary and interdisciplinary.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$57,214/yr

Franciscan University of Steubenville4,0(1)

Steubenville, United States

Theology and Christian Ministry

Join a vibrant community of graduate students and professors — on campus or online — in the Master of Arts in Theology and Christian Ministry degree program at Franciscan University of Steubenville in Ohio.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus +2

1 year$35,000/yr

Moody Bible Institute5,0(1)

Chicago, United States

Pastoral Studies

At Pastoral Studies from the Moody Bible Institute you’ll have the training you need to lead a church anywhere in the world.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$10,170/yr

Westminster Theological Seminary

Glenside, United States

Theology

The Master of Theology program from Westminster Theological Seminary equips you to develop a breadth of knowledge in a major field of theological study through in-depth research.

Master Full-time On-campus +2

1½ year$2,700/yr

Princeton Theological Seminary5,0(1)

Princeton Meadows, United States

Theology and Ecology

Assuming the sacredness and interdependence of all creation, and in recognition of the world’s exhaustion, brokenness, and systemic injustices, the Master of Arts in Theology and Ecology (MTE) from Princeton Theological Seminary forms leaders for service by immersing participants in a community of embodied theological reflection.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$21,500/yr

University of Saint Mary of the Lake

Mundelein, United States

Liturgical Studies

The Master of Arts in Liturgical Studies (MALS) program at the University of Saint Mary of the Lake (USML) is the same as the MAL program, and it is designed for those who plan to work at parish, diocesan, or secondary education levels.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$25,800/yr

Franciscan University of Steubenville4,0(1)

Steubenville, United States

Theological Science

Theological Science at Franciscan University of Steubenville will prepare you for the rigor required in developing, writing, and defending your dissertation, helping you reach your goals of advanced theological study, teaching, and research.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$30,240/yr

Anderson University (South Carolina)3,3(3)

Online

Divinity - Youth Ministry

The Master of Divinity - Youth Ministry at Anderson University (South Carolina) is the standard theological degree offered by most seminaries and divinity schools in the U.S. It is typically a three-year program, which follows four years of undergraduate study.

Master Part-time Online

3 years$10,375/yr

Westminster Theological Seminary in California5,0(1)

Escondido, United States

Theological Studies

The ability to know what you believe and why you believe it is crucial to the life of faith. At Westminster Theological Seminary in California Theological Studies program we believe that rigorous study of theology strengthens and develops in the student a lively knowledge of Christ and his Word, which equips the student to think biblically and to act as becomes a follower of Christ.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

2 years$20,520/yr

The University of the West Indies4,0(212)

Bridgetown, Barbados

Theology

Theology from The University of the West Indies aims to provide further training for theologians, and to provide a foundation for further rigorous academic study in the discipline of theology.

Master Full-time +2 On-campus

2 years$18,650/yr

Liberty University4,2(26)

Online

Sports Chaplaincy (Online)

Liberty University offers a master’s degree in Sports Chaplaincy (Online) to provide the training you can use to make an impact for Christ in the sports world.

M.A. Part-time Online

1½ year$9,840/yr

Houston Christian University3,8(6)

Online

Divinity

The flexible online Master of Divinity (MDiv) degree program at Houston Christian University (HCU) prepares you for leadership in church or parachurch settings, missionary or evangelist callings, or further inquiry in biblical and theological studies.

Master Part-time Online

3 years$15,500/yr

Liberty University4,2(26)

Lynchburg, United States

Pastoral Counseling - Discipleship and Church Ministry

This Pastoral Counseling - Discipleship and Church Ministry MA programme from the Liberty University provides the training you need to be an effective church planter, discipleship and life group pastor, lay leader, and non-licensed counselor.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$5,700/yr

Saint Paul School of Theology4,0(2)

Overland Park, United States

Divinity - Women, Society, and Church Studies

This Divinity - Women, Society, and Church Studies specialization from Saint Paul School of Theology is designed to prepare men and women to address matters involving girls and women in society and the church.

Master Full-time +2 On-campus +3

3 years$18,038/yr

Concordia University Montréal4,2(94)

Montréal, Canada Top 3% in Worldwide

Religion and Cultures

The Religion and Cultures M.A. at Concordia University Montréal is a two-year postgraduate programme available through full-time study. This degree explores the intersection of global traditions and modern society. Students can choose between thesis or course-based streams to suit their specific academic and professional goals.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$11,428/yr

Simpson University3,0(1)

Redding, United States

Ministry Leadership

The Ministry Leadership degree at Simpson University is one that was designed for those with a desire to deepen their relationship with God by growing in calling, character, competence, and confidence.

M.A. Full-time +2 Online +2

2 years$16,200/yr

Union Presbyterian Seminary

Richmond, United States

Christian Education and Public Theology

Union Presbyterian Seminary students in this program plan to make both Christian Education and Public Theology (i.e., theology serving the common good) a significant part of their ministry.

Master Full-time On-campus +2

3 years$9,000/yr