D.Min. in Educational Ministries

What Will You Study in Liberty University’s Online Doctoral Ministry Program?

• Core and specialized course content in theological and educational leadership
• Development and implementation of effective educational programs
• Foundations of ministry
• In-depth strategies for Christian education across different life stages
• Practical application of learning through a thesis or portfolio project

The Doctor of Ministry in Educational Ministries program at Liberty University offers a robust curriculum that combines core foundational studies with specialized courses designed to deepen theological knowledge and enhance educational leadership skills. You can engage with topics ranging from the basics of ministry and personal spiritual formation to comprehensive strategies in Christian educational practices and philosophies.

The program emphasizes practical application, aiming to help prepare you for leadership roles and allowing you to apply your knowledge in real-world contexts through either a thesis or portfolio project. This approach seeks to produce graduates who are well equipped to develop and implement educational programs that foster spiritual growth and address diverse community needs effectively.

Potential Careers for D.Min. in Educational Ministries Graduates

Benefits of Pursuing Your Ministry Doctoral Degree with Liberty University

As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.

Here’s what sets us apart:

• Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your online Doctor of Ministry degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
• The majority of tuition for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs has not increased in 9 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
• Your ministry matters – so when you take 7-15 credit hours per semester in your divinity program, you’ll pay a discounted block rate of $2,750. It’s our way of supporting all you do to serve others.
• The program offers a flexible online format with primarily 8-week courses, allowing you to balance advanced studies with professional and personal commitments.
• Access to our online library and professional networking platforms enhances research capabilities and professional growth in the field of educational ministries.
• The curriculum culminates in a thesis or portfolio project, providing opportunities to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world educational challenges in ministry settings.

Military Tuition Discount

We want to help you find the doctoral degree you want — at a price you’ve earned. As a thank-you for your military service, Liberty University offers eligible current and former service members like you or your spouse multiple pathways to earn a doctoral degree for only $300/credit hour. Here’s how:

• If you’re earning or have earned a master’s degree through Liberty, you automatically qualify for the low price (when you begin within 2 years of your master’s completion).
• If you haven’t earned a graduate degree through Liberty, our Executive Certificate program allows you to pay only $300/credit hour for a postgraduate certificate that can stand alone or potentially count as the first 21 hours of a related doctoral degree. Then pay just $300/credit hour for your doctorate. Learn more!

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