Master of Divinity (M.Div.) in Church History
Lead the Church Today by Understanding Its History
Do you have a passion for understanding the historical context of the Christian church to further your ministry opportunities? If so, Liberty University’s Master of Divinity in Church History is the perfect online degree for you! With this online degree, you can gain the practical ministry skills you need to serve Christ and further His kingdom in your career and in your life.
Our M.Div. in Church History degree won’t just change your life; you’ll use it to change others’ lives. When you choose Liberty for your M.Div. degree program, you can be confident that our online classes are setting you up to succeed in your career and in your walk with Christ.
What Will You Learn in Our M.Div. in Church History?
We are excited to offer a flexible and affordable Master of Divinity (M.Div.) degree program that you can complete 100% online! Choosing Liberty for your M.Div. degree program means you don’t have to sacrifice as much time with your family, job, church or community to pursue a master’s degree as you would when pursuing courses on campus.
Throughout our M.Div. degree online, you will spend time studying the formation of the Christian church for the purpose of equipping you for future ministry opportunities. Your understanding will be enhanced by courses rooted in Scripture and an understanding of church history from the Reformation to the modern world. You will also study:
- The historical development of Christian theology
- The history of global Christianity
- The history of Baptists and Evangelicalism
Potential Careers for M.Div. in Church History Graduates
We are proud to support you with an online Christian education while preparing you for a career as a:
- Bible Instructor
- Historian
- Pastor
- Professor
Benefits of Pursuing Liberty University’s M.Div. in Church History
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 degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- Liberty University’s John W. 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.
- Tuition for our Master of Divinity online program 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.
- Study under theologians and missionaries with real-world experience in the online M.Div. web-based content developed by Liberty University’s John W. Rawlings School of Divinity.
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 by offering you the following benefits:
- The discounted tuition rate of $275 per credit hour for graduate courses
- Discounted Divinity Block Rate: $2,475 per semester when taking 9-15 credits – only $165/credit at 15 credit hours!*
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 per course)
- 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 credit hours for the M.Div. online are charged at the part-time rate
Credit Hours
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Available Online
Class Type
100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Sep 16, 2024
Accreditation
ATS Commission on Accrediting