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785 Master's degrees in Theology and Religious Studies in North America
Divinity
Intensify your faith in Jesus Christ and nourish a spirituality that will bolster your spirit of service. Advance in biblical interpretation. Frame your analytical knowledge of the Christian tradition. The Divinity program is offered by Lipscomb University.
Christian Education
The Master of Christian Education program at International Baptist College and Seminary is designed to mentor God-fearing leaders for fundamental Baptist churches and ministries of like faith in the West and throughout the world. Its purpose is to provide advanced professional preparation for the Christian school teacher, supervisor, or administrator.

Worship Studies (Online)
Liberty University’s master’s in Worship Studies (Online) degree programme is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM). Each of the courses in the Master of Arts in Worship Studies is designed to equip you to better serve the church as a skilled, passionate leader of worship, able to fit the needs of today’s postmodern culture.
Peace Studies
The Unification Theological Seminary Master of Arts in Peace Studies is a 42-credit graduate degree program that is available fully online. By taking two courses each term and during the summer, students can complete the program in two and a half years. Students are only accepted in this program in the fall of each academic year.

Educational Ministries (Online)
Liberty University’s Master of Arts in Educational Ministries (Online) can help provide you with a strong scriptural and academic foundation for engaging in ministry and Christian education.
Practical Theology Dual
The Master of Divinity (MDiv) / Master of Arts in Practical Theology Dual degree program from Columbia Theological Seminary offers students the most robust opportunity to explore the depth and breadth of theological education.
Chaplaincy
Earning your degree in Chaplaincy at Ashland University provides the training and credentials you need to support the faith of others in the military, institutions or organizations.

Divinity - Professional Chaplaincy - Healthcare (Online)
At Liberty University, you can receive the training and knowledge you’ll need to pursue this career field by earning our Master of Divinity - Professional Chaplaincy - Healthcare (Online).
Theology
Theology from Harvard University offers 18 areas of focus, and includes course work, a language requirement, and an oral examination requirement. It is strongly recommended that applicants to the ThM have prior knowledge of the language they plan to use to meet the language requirement.
New Testament
The Masters of Arts (New Testament) students from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary are typically interested in pursuing doctoral work, for which this degree is excellent preparation. Some may choose to earn a dual degree with Biblical Languages or Old Testament to enhance their preparedness for further studies.

Religion - Worship
Equip your passion and serve the church as a skilled leader of worship with a Master of Arts in Religion - Worship at Liberty University. Gain an understanding of ministry through worship and learn effective techniques so you can excel as a worship leader.

Biblical Studies
This Biblical Studies MA programme from the Liberty University can help you further your knowledge of the Bible so you can pursue roles in ministry or academia – or even prepare for a PhD.
Legal Studies - Church Administration
The Master of Legal Studies - Church Administration track at Trinity International University is designed to equip leaders with essential skills in human resource compliance, contract drafting, and analysis.
Sacred Theology
Graduates of theological schools of recognized standing who have obtained the B.D. or MDIV degree may be admitted to a program of studies leading to the Master of Sacred Theology (S.T.M.) degree from Yale University.

Religion - Leadership (Online)
Liberty University’s Master of Arts in Religion - Leadership (Online) is designed to prepare students entering ministry with an in-depth but practical education in theology, biblical studies, and ministry practice.
Intercultural Ministry Leadership
Intercultural Ministry Leadership at Bethany Global University this program equips you to cultivate a godly character and develop transformational leadership skills.
Studies in Lutheran Ministries - Affiliated Track
The Studies in Lutheran Ministries - Affiliated Track program at Luther Seminary provides Lutheran theological training for those preparing for ministry in a Lutheran setting. Coursework grounds students in Lutheran theology and tradition, and the implications for biblical interpretation and various forms of ministry.
Divinity
Traditionally, our four-year Master of Divinity program at Luther Seminary includes three years of courses and one full year of internship. Now you can take courses and intern simultaneously, or finish earlier by studying/interning during the summers.
Ministry
Ministry from Covenant Theological Seminary is a customizable degree—you may pursue the MAM General Track, or choose from 5 different areas of concentrated study aimed at equipping ministry leaders with biblical training and practical leadership skills.
Theological Studies - Theology and Wesleyan Studies
The Theological Studies - Theology and Wesleyan Studies program at Asbury Theological Seminary applies Christian theology to contemporary issues, life and ministry through your study of church history, doctrine, ethics, philosophy and systematic theology.