Master of Divinity (MDiv)

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Credits

72–87

Cost per Credit

$450

Next Start

Oct. 18

Time to Complete

2-3 Years

Equipping Ministers to Lead and Serve the Church

BJU Seminary’s Master of Divinity degree is our premier program that prepares you for your lifelong calling as a pastor, teacher, evangelist, chaplain, missionary, or Bible translator. This carefully balanced, newly structured degree program focuses on helping you develop a mastery of biblical content, theology, church history, biblical languages and ministry skills.

Why?

We believe that the MDiv is the degree that completes the training necessary for effective ministry in the church. That is why we have determined to make this degree as accessible to you as we can. For those who are already busy serving in ministry or working a secular job, you may earn the MDiv completely online as well as in residence. For those who feel that enrolling in a master’s degree is a daunting prospect, you should know that our courses are taught by experienced, encouraging professors who are eager to see you serve the Lord and will give the time and personal attention needed to help you grow and succeed.

Program

BJU Seminary’s Master of Divinity program will prepare you to lead and serve the church like no other degree. This carefully balanced program will help you master biblical content, theology, church history, biblical languages and ministry skills.

Essential to these endeavors is your ability to faithfully translate, exegete and interpret Scripture from the Hebrew Old Testament and the Greek New Testament. That is why our MDiv program lays a solid foundation in the biblical languages.

You will not only become proficient in grammar and syntax, but you will also explore advanced methods of Greek exegesis with immediate application to sermon preparation. And you will be taught to read the Hebrew text in a way that will amplify your ability to feed God’s people from Old Testament passages.

But beyond developing these essential skills you will have numerous opportunities to put them into practice in your learning experience and in your local church. As part of your education you will create and deliver numerous expository sermons and articulate your theological convictions in writing as you prepare for future ordination.

You will also have numerous opportunities to put what you’re learning into practice outside of the classroom. You may find a place of service one of many outreaches and local church ministries in the Greenville area. And with our online version of the MDiv you may continue to lead and serve your church where you live as part of your experience. In short, the MDiv program will develop your skills in exposition, leadership, counseling, and communication of the Gospel. Your understanding of Scripture and theology will deepen, and you will discover the rich heritage of faithful believers who have served the church throughout the ages.

Courses (72–87 Credits)

An undergrad degree in a ministry-related field qualifies you for the 72-credit advanced track

Advanced modules, evening flex classes, and livestream class options available

Newly structured: online, residential or combined

Required Courses


Advanced Standing Elective

(Choose 9 credits)

Counseling/Discipleship Elective

(Choose 2 credits)

Church Leadership Elective

(Choose 3 credits)

Church Ministry Elective

(Choose 3 credits)

Church History Elective

(Choose 3 credits)

Preaching/Teaching Elective

(Choose 2 credits)

Theology Elective

(Choose 3 credits)

OT/NT Exposition Elective

(Choose 6 credits)

Required Courses


OT/NT Exposition Elective

(Choose 9 credits)

Theology Elective

(Choose 3 credits)

Preaching/Teaching Elective

(Choose 2 credits)

Church Ministry

(Choose 3 credits)

Missions Elective

(Choose 3 credits)

Preaching/Counseling Elective

(Choose 3 credits)

Greek or Hebrew Exegesis Elective

(Choose 3 credits)

Required Courses


Biblical Counseling Elective

(Choose 6 credits)

OT/NT Exposition Elective

(Choose 9 credits)

Preaching/Teaching Elective

(Choose 2 credits)

Theology Elective

(Choose 3 credits)

Preaching/Counseling Elective

(Choose 3 credits)

Church Ministry

(Choose 3 credits)

Missions Elective

(Choose 3 credits)

Greek or Hebrew Exegesis Elective

(Choose 3 credits)

Required Courses


Biblical Languages Elective

(Choose 15 credits)

Preaching/Teaching Elective

(Choose 2 credits)

OT/NT Exposition Elective

(Choose 9 credits)

Theology Elective

(Choose 3 credits)

Missions Elective

(Choose 3 credits)

Preaching/Counseling Elective

(Choose 3 credits)

Greek or Hebrew Exegesis Elective

(Choose 3 credits)

Church Ministry

(Choose 3 credits)

Required Courses


Chaplaincy Elective

(Choose 6 credits)

OT/NT Exposition Elective

(Choose 9 credits)

Preaching/Teaching Elective

(Choose 2 credits)

Theology Elective

(Choose 3 credits)

Preaching/Counseling Elective

(Choose 3 credits)

Church Ministry

(Choose 3 credits)

Missions Elective

(Choose 3 credits)

Greek or Hebrew Exegesis Elective

(Choose 3 credits)

Required Courses


Homiletics/Counseling Elective

(Choose 3 credits)

Missons/Religions Elective

(Choose 3 credits)

Preaching/Teaching Elective

(Choose 2 credits)

Theology Elective

(Choose 3 credits)

OT/NT Exposition Elective

(Choose 9 credits)

Church Ministry

(Choose 3 credits)

Missions Elective

(Choose 3 credits)

Preaching/Counseling Elective

(Choose 3 credits)

Greek or Hebrew Exegesis Elective

(Choose 3 credits)

Required Courses


Church/Ministry/Hymnology Elective

(Choose 6 credits)

OT/NT Exposition Elective

(Choose 9 credits)

Preaching/Teaching Elective

(Choose 2 credits)

Theology Elective

(Choose 3 credits)

Preaching/Counseling Elective

(Choose 3 credits)

Church Ministry

(Choose 3 credits)

Missions Elective

(Choose 3 credits)

Greek or Hebrew Exegesis Elective

(Choose 3 credits)

Required Courses


Global Missions Elective

(Choose 6 credits)

OT/NT Exposition Elective

(Choose 9 credits)

Preaching/Teaching Elective

(Choose 2 credits)

Theology Elective

(Choose 3 credits)

Preaching/Counseling Elective

(Choose 3 credits)

Church Ministry

(Choose 3 credits)

Missions Elective

(Choose 3 credits)

Greek or Hebrew Exegesis Elective

(Choose 3 credits)

Required Courses


OT/NT Exposition Elective

(Choose 9 credits)

Theology Elective

(Choose 3 credits)

Preaching/Teaching Elective

(Choose 2 credits)

Church Ministry

(Choose 3 credits)

Missions Elective

(Choose 3 credits)

Preaching/Counseling Elective

(Choose 3 credits)

Greek or Hebrew Exegesis Elective

(Choose 3 credits)

Exegesis/Exposition Elective

(Choose 3 credits)

Outcomes

Each student will be able to

General

  • Apply principles of interpretation to Scripture.
  • Exegete Scripture in the original languages.
  • Prepare outlines of theological position.
  • Assess historical and contemporary movements, denominations, significant writings and prominent leaders in church history.
  • Display growth in a personal knowledge of God through scriptural means.

Military Chaplaincy

  • Define and apply principles of Christian leadership.
  • Counsel individuals facing problems in life.
  • Deliver sermons that speak biblical truth and its applications effectively and convincingly to one of the most discriminating audiences: military officers and troops.

Bible Translation/Linguistics

Biblical Counseling

Biblical Languages

Church Planting/Urban Ministry

Church Worship

Global Missions

Preaching/Pastoral Ministry

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Costs

MDiv courses cost $450 per credit.

The total program cost for 72–87 credits is $32,400–39,150.

Financial Aid

To be considered for federal financial aid, talk to a financial aid counselor.

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Full-Time Ministry Discount

MDiv students employed in full-time ministry qualify for a reduced rate of just $330 per credit hour. For further information, contact the director of financial aid.

Career Support

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