43 Master's degrees in Theology and Religious Studies in Illinois, 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.
Pastoral Studies
The University of Saint Mary of the Lake is now offering an online or in-person Master of Arts in Pastoral Studies (MAPS) degree program for both lay students and Deacons.
Divinity
As you respond to God’s call to vocational ministry, a master of Divinity (MDiv) from North Park University is the foundation you need to seek ordination to Christian service.
Theology
At the heart of the Theology program from Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago is our commitment to equip students to bear witness to the gospel and be agents of social transformation in our changing church and world.
Divinity
The Divinity program from Anderson University (South Carolina) will prepare you for the ministry as well as for doctoral studies in ministry or theology.
Theological Studies
The Theological Studies program from Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary provides the background for preparation for the doctoral study of religion. It can also be combined with another professional degree to provide the foundation for a career in religious leadership in a variety of ministry settings.
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.
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.
Theological Studies
The Master of Arts in Theological Studies is a 30-hour, one-year academic graduate program offered by Moody Theological Seminary for Moody Bible Institute graduates.
Spiritual Formation and Discipleship
At Spiritual Formation and Discipleship from the Moody Bible Institute you will solidify your relationship with God and His Word so you may help others grow in their relationship with Christ.
Christianity
Wheaton College Illinois' History of Christianity program equips and mentors graduate students seeking general and advanced study in Christian History by providing training in historical research and writing, critical reading and analysis, historiography, foreign language study, faith integration, and vocation formation.
Ministry
The Ministry degree from Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago is designed for students who are pursuing a call to the ELCA’s Word and Service roster or preparing for ministry in secular settings.
Pastoral Counseling
The Pastoral Counseling degree at Loyola University Chicago prepares pastoral clinicians to provide therapeutic services in faith-based contexts.
Religion
The University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign offers a MA in Religion at our Urbana-Champaign campus.
Theology
An M.A. in Theology at Wheaton College Illinois trains students to engage theological ideas in the world today through a strong biblical, evangelical foundation, mastery of our diverse theological heritage, and familiarity with contemporary, global developments in theology.
Theology
The Master of Theology (ThM) program at Trinity International University is designed to equip students with advanced knowledge and skills in theological research, critical analysis, and ministry practice.
Liturgy
The Master of Arts in Liturgy (MAL) program at the University of Saint Mary of the Lake (USML) allows you to delve deeper into the theoretical and practical aspects of sacred liturgy, including changes in liturgical practices, understanding Catholic law and theology, and more.
Divinity (Advanced Placement)
This Divinity (Advanced Placement) program at Trinity International University reduces the overall number of hours you’ll need to graduate with an MDiv while also allowing you to take additional advanced electives in areas that you’re passionate about.
Divinity
Become a servant leader who ministers through radical theological imagination. The Divinity program is offered at Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary.
Theology
Whether you are looking to produce academic research or go into ministry, Loyola University Chicago's Theology program helps you grow as an intellectual, professional, and most importantly, as a whole person.