Master of Divinity

The Master of Divinity (M.Div.) is a comprehensive graduate-level degree designed to prepare men and women for pastoral ministry, church leadership, missionary service, and advanced theological study. Rooted in the authority of Scripture and the historic Evangelical faith, the program integrates biblical scholarship, theological depth, and practical ministry formation.

Program at a Glance

Level: Graduate / Professional Ministry Degree
Total Credits: 91 semester credits
Program Length: Typically 3 years
Format: Hybrid — in-person intensive sessions with guided independent study
Language of Instruction: Russian
Culminating Requirement: Thesis or Capstone Project with Formal Defense
Primary Ministry Focus: Pastoral leadership, preaching, teaching, and church ministry

Program Focus

The M.Div. program provides a well-rounded theological education that emphasizes:

Faithful interpretation of Scripture, including engagement with biblical Greek and Hebrew
Deep understanding of historical and systematic theology
Thoughtful reflection on contemporary theological and philosophical issues
Practical preparation for preaching, pastoral care, leadership, and mission
Integration of theology with real-life ministry contexts

Academic Rigor

Students progress through a carefully structured curriculum that includes biblical languages and exegesis, theological reflection, and ministerial practice. The program includes extensive coursework in Old and New Testament studies, historical theology, doctrinal theology, apologetics, and Christian worldview, alongside courses focused on preaching, counseling, leadership, administration, and intercultural ministry.

Research and Culmination

The program culminates in a supervised thesis or capstone project, followed by a formal thesis defense. This process allows students to integrate their theological training, develop graduate-level research and writing skills, and demonstrate readiness for ministry or further academic study.

Who Is This Program For?

The Master of Divinity is ideal for:

Pastors and pastoral candidates
Church leaders and ministry workers
Missionaries and cross-cultural ministers
Those preparing for doctoral-level theological education
Christians seeking deep, structured theological formation for lifelong ministry

Degree Outcomes

Graduates of the M.Div. program will be equipped to:

Interpret Scripture responsibly and theologically
Teach and preach with clarity and faithfulness
Lead and serve churches with wisdom and integrity
Engage culture and contemporary issues from a Christian worldview
Continue into advanced theological or ministry training where applicable

Admissions

Admission to the Master of Divinity (M.Div.) program requires completion of a bachelor’s degree or its academic equivalent.

Applicants typically provide:

Completed application form
Brief testimony or statement of faith (as required)
Recommendation(s) from a pastor or ministry leader (as required)
Prior education documents, including bachelor’s degree official transcript(s)

Transfer Credit

Applicants with prior theological training or accredited college-level coursework may be eligible for transfer credit evaluation, subject to academic review.

Tuition & Schedule

Tuition and scheduling are cohort-based and may vary by program level, location, and delivery format.

Course delivery: In-person and/or hybrid (as available)
Academic schedule: Published annually by cohort
Practicum: Coordinated with local church ministry settings

Tuition details are provided to applicants during the admissions process.

Limited financial assistance may be available through church or ministry sponsorships.