Overview

About Christian Studies at Dallas Theological Seminary

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You can complete the entire MACS program entirely online from wherever God has called you. You can also supplement online courses with 3 or 5 day intensives at one of our campuses.

All 66 books of the Bible

A 2-year MA at DTS offers more Bible and theology than a 3-year MDiv at most seminaries, including all 66 books (even Nahum) and an entire course on the Trinity.

Focused on theological depth and practical application

The Christian Studies program of Dallas Theological Seminary have a common core of Bible and theology coursework, and the MACS also has free electives you can direct toward your area of interest or calling.

Purpose

The program leading to the Master of Arts degree with a major in Christian Studies (MACS) is designed to provide a graduate-level biblical and theological foundation for various kinds of Christian service. This degree is designed primarily for lay leaders who desire training for more effective ministry within their church or organization. The MACS may also provide supplemental training for those engaged in parachurch ministries or those in support positions with missions agencies or churches. Those who are seeking full preparation for vocational ministry should apply for admission to one of the professional degree programs.

The MACS is offered in English, Chinese, and Spanish with some customized requirements. The program can be completed entirely online in English. Most of the courses in the Chinese-language MACS can be completed online, but some will need to be completed in residential (majority face-to-face) format in Dallas, Houston, or Hong Kong.

Program Goals

All students in the MACS program will be able to:

demonstrate a general knowledge of the Bible, including a synthetic understanding of the major books;

evidence an understanding of the historical development of theology, a knowledge of premillennial theology, and an ability to support their theological views and apply them to contemporary issues;

communicate biblical and theological knowledge to a contemporary audience;

evidence an increasing likeness to Christ as manifested in love for God, love for others, and the fruit of the Spirit;

evidence an interest and involvement in the local church or other ministries with which they are associated; and

minister within a local church or other group by means of leadership skills, evangelism, and service.

In addition, to the above goals, students in the Chinese-language version of the MACS will also be able to:

design an effective strategy for Chinese ministry and

communicate biblical and theological knowledge to a contemporary Chinese audience.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Bible Study Methods and Hern-.eneutics

Old Testament History

OT History II & Poetry

OT Prophets

The Gospels

Acts & Pauline Epistles

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

63 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Dallas, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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

English requirements

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General requirements

References
Official Transcripts
Demonstration of English proficiency
Assessment test scores

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

13300 USD / year

≈ 13300 USD / year
Out-of-State

13300 USD / year

≈ 13300 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

13300 USD / year

≈ 13300 USD / year

Living costs

Dallas

United States

1140 - 1925 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

About Christian Studies at Dallas Theological Seminary

All 66 books of the Bible

Focused on theological depth and practical application

Purpose

Program Goals

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

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

Living costs

Dallas

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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