104 Master's degrees in Theology and Religious Studies in California, United States
Sociology of Religion
The Sociology of Religion program at Graduate Theological Union will have students acquire the requisite skills to investigate “lived religion” both over time and amid contemporary contexts.
Theological Studies
The Theological Studies program of Claremont School of Theology is designed to combine academic excellence with in depth theological studies in a particular area of concentration in order to provide a foundation for further graduate study and general education and enrichment.
Biblical Studies
Master of Arts in Biblical Studies from The Master’s University is a fully online graduate Bible degree with no on-campus requirements.
Divinity
Divinity at Biola University has been equipping servant leaders to make disciples worldwide by developing in them an accurate knowledge of the Word of God, the skills necessary to communicate the Gospel effectively, and character worthy of the kingdom of our Lord Jesus Christ to lead the church.
Buddhist Studies
The Buddhist Studies at Graduate Theological Union are well balanced with anthropological, cultural, and area studies perspectives.
Theology and Peace Studies
The Theology and Peace Studies is a 60-credit-hour academic degree program from Anabaptist Mennonite Biblical Seminary that prepares students interested in careers and scholarship at the intersection of theology and transformative peacebuilding. Students combine academic study with sustained engagement in the field.
Buddhist Chaplaincy
The Buddhist Chaplaincy program from University of the West provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel as Buddhist practitioners working in the field of professional chaplaincy.
Marriage and Family Therapy
The ability to expertly hold people’s stories — to create safe spaces for navigating experiences and relationships — can have a lasting impact on individuals, families and entire communities. Biola University offers a degree in Marriage and Family Therapy.
Divinity
Designed to produce a well-rounded pastor and preacher, the Master of Divinity program at The Master's Seminary prepares you to handle God’s Word precisely and shepherd God’s people effectively.
Religious Studies
The Religious Studies programme at the University of California, Riverside offers a comprehensive exploration of global faith traditions. This undergraduate degree provides students with a cross-cultural perspective on world religions through full-time study, examining the diverse ethical systems and rituals that shape our world.
Divinity Campus
Rigorous study, spiritual disciplines and day-to-day mentoring form the core of ministry preparation in this redesigned program. Divinity Campus students at Anabaptist Mennonite Biblical Seminary learn and live in a vibrant seminary community, in a diverse city with opportunities for challenge and growth, and in a beautiful campus setting.

Religious Studies
The programme in Religious Studies at California State University Long Beach develops students' critical understanding of the forms of religious phenomena in their cultural and historical contexts and a sensitivity to different value systems. The programme provides students with an introduction to the major religious traditions and to religion in the modern world.
Women’s and Gender Studies in Religion
Women’s and Gender Studies in Religion from Claremont Graduate University (CGU) introduces students to women’s issues across religious traditions and a wide variety of feminist scholarship in this richly expanding field.
Religion
The Religion program of Claremont School of Theology combines academic excellence and opportunities for vocational exploration with the goal of preparing students for further graduate study, various forms of religious leadership and ministry, for general education and enrichment.
Interreligious Chaplaincy
The first of its kind, the Graduate Theological Union’s Interreligious Chaplaincy Program equips leaders to practice spiritual care among diverse populations. The program offers students who have previously earned a qualifying master’s degree the opportunity to earn a Certificate in Interreligious Chaplaincy.
Rabbinic Literature
The Rabbinic Literature at Graduate Theological Union will have students work to develop competencies in broad-ranging aspects of rabbinic literature.
Interfaith Chaplaincy
The Divinity - Interfaith Chaplaincy program of Claremont School of Theology is designed to meet the needs of those who wish to become scholar-practitioners in chaplaincy, educated according to the highest standards and eligible to seek professional certification by the Association of Professional Chaplains and other such agencies.
Historical Theology
In our fast-paced, ever expanding global community, we have a great need to understand ourselves and our era in the light of our history. In the Historical Theology program from Westminster Theological Seminary in California, students are equipped with a historically-minded approach to evaluate current events of today in relation to all that has come before.
Divinity
The Divinity 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.
Religious Studies
The Religious Studies program from University of the West is a two-year, full-time degree program that allows students to gain a critical appreciation and understanding of different facets of religion. More specifically, it seeks to extend a student’s background in Buddhism and Buddhist Studies, with an emphasis on practical applications in the contemporary world.