Master of Divinity (M.Div.) – Christian Apologetics
Learn How to Defend Your Faith with Liberty’s Master of Divinity Online – Christian Apologetics Degree
Do you have a passion for ministry? Have you felt a calling toward the field of apologetics? This Master of Divinity degree offers the unique opportunity to combine those two fields by providing a specialization in Christian Apologetics.
Liberty University’s 100% online Master of Arts in Christian Apologetics will provide you with the philosophical, historical, and biblical knowledge to defend the rationality of Christianity. You will be equipped with a more in-depth knowledge of Scripture for personal ministry as well as skills to strengthen your understanding of the Bible.
Each professor is experienced in the field so that they can provide the highest quality education. You will be able to grow both academically and spiritually through distance learning classes developed through a biblical worldview as you work towards your Master of Divinity – Christian Apologetics degree.
What Will You Learn in Our Master of Divinity Online – Christian Apologetics Degree?
- History of Christian Apologetics – Study the history of Christian apologetics while preparing to share the gospel in a religiously diverse world.
- Faith and Reason – Gain an understanding of the fundamental issues at the intersection of faith and reasoning.
- Miracles – Explore the contemporary denials of miracles with an emphasis on the resurrection of Jesus Christ and its importance on Christian apologetics and theology.
- Current Issues in Apologetics – Investigate the role that culture plays on religious beliefs and the Apologetic approaches that can be used.
This Master of Divinity degree in apologetics provides courses that incorporate cutting-edge technology and up-to-date lesson plans so that you can learn in-demand skills while you study on your schedule. These distance learning classes are designed to accommodate you. The flexible and affordable 8-week format makes it easy to complete your courses without disrupting your current lifestyle.
Potential Career Options for Graduates of the M.Div. Online Degree
- Christian educator
- Curriculum director
- Instructional supervisor
- Pastor
- Speaker
Highlights of Our M.Div. Online Program
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:
- We are recognized by multiple institutions for our academic quality, affordability, and accessibility. Our commitment to excellence also helped us rank in the top 10% of Niche.com’s best online schools in America. Earning your online Master of Divinity 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.
- 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’ll be able to complete your Master of Divinity – Christian Apologetics online in as little as 2 years.
Online Master of Divinity Program Military Benefits
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 degree by offering you the following benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $275 per credit hour for graduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 per course)
- 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 below 9 and above 15 credit hours for the Master of Divinity online are charged at the part-time rate.
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
Credit Hours
Available Online
Class Type
100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Jan 13, 2025
Accreditation
ATS Commission on Accrediting