Overview

About Biblical and Theological Studies at Dallas Theological Seminary

The Biblical and Theological Studies program of Dallas Theological Seminary is based on the principle that any follower of Christ will benefit from advanced training in biblical and theological studies, becoming a more effective minister of the gospel wherever they serve.

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You can complete the entire MBTS 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.

Purpose

This MBTS provides a flexible course of study for:

Business professionals or laypersons who desire a short program of seminary studies to equip them for effective ministry in the workforce, home, local church, or abroad

Missionary candidates who anticipate service in nonprofessional ministries whose mission board requires graduate study in Bible and theology

College graduates who want a shorter program of seminary studies as a supplement to their undergraduate work and are not planning on entering vocational ministry

Spouses of current DTS students who want to complete a program of graduate seminary studies

Program Goals

Students in the MBTS program will be able to:

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

Evidence a general knowledge of theology;

Evidence an ability to biblically and theologically support their views on a specific contemporary issue;

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

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

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Bible Study Methods and Hermeneutics

The Story of Scripture: Genesis to Revelation The Story of Scripture

The Kingdom & Covenants

Theological Method and Bibliology

Christian Life and Witness

Orientation & Research Methods

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 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

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Dallas, United States

Disciplines

Theology and Religious Studies Christian Studies General Studies View 752 other Masters in Theology and Religious Studies in United States

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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

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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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 Biblical and Theological Studies at Dallas Theological Seminary

100% Online

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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