M.A. in Christian Apologetics (Thesis Track)

Why Choose Liberty’s Master’s Degree in Christian Apologetics Thesis Track?

• The Intersection of Faith and Reason    
• Miracles of the Bible    
• Learn How to Interpret Scripture
• Apologetics and the Old Testament

Christian apologists must be able to defend the Bible with confidence and intelligence. Liberty University’s master’s degree in Christian apologetics provides the in-depth training in core areas of apologetics you need to prepare you for the challenges that will arise in ministry. Through an exploration of the Old and New Testaments, you will study complex and fascinating topics such as miracles, the history of biblical interpretation, and the intersection between faith and reason. In the thesis track of our master’s in Christian apologetics degree, you will develop a thesis proposal, conduct research, and finally defend your thesis. If you are thinking of pursuing doctoral studies, this experience can be invaluable.

Potential Career Options with a Master’s Degree in Christian Apologetics

• Associate Pastor
• Apologist
• Author
• Campus Minister
• Youth Pastor

Benefits of Earning a Master’s Degree in Christian Apologetics – Thesis Track

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 Christian apologetics degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
• Liberty University’s Rawlings School of Divinity has been accredited by the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools (ATS). Your divinity degree has been approved by ATS and has met rigorous accreditation standards, so you can feel confident that your degree is both academically excellent and well-respected among churches, ministries, and nonprofit organizations.
• Your ministry matters – so when you take 9-15 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.
• To continue our mission of providing affordable education, electronic textbooks are provided for many divinity courses* all for one convenient fee.
• 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. 
• You can complete our master’s degree in Christian apologetics in as little as 1 year.

*Electronic textbooks are not provided for courses that fall under departments outside the School of Divinity.

Military Benefits for our Christian Apologetics Degree

Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:

• Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
• Reserve/National Guard
• Veterans/retirees
• Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
• Current Department of Defense employees

We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits: 

• Tuition discounts – $275 per credit hour for graduate courses
• Discounted Divinity Block Rate: $2,475 per semester – only $165/ credit from 9 to 15 credit hours!*
• 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)

*Credits taken above 15 credits hours are charged at the part-time rate.