Advanced Master of Divinity (M.Div.)
Build on Your Theological Foundation with Liberty’s Advanced Master of Divinity
Liberty University’s Advanced Master of Divinity (M.Div.) is designed for students with prior theological training who want to deepen their ministry preparation without repeating foundational coursework. This 72-credit-hour program builds on your existing knowledge while offering advanced study in biblical interpretation, leadership, and hands-on ministry practice.
Rooted in a Christ-centered curriculum, the program covers areas such as systematic theology, church history, pastoral leadership, and intercultural ministry. Whether you’re called to serve as a pastor, missionary, chaplain, or ministry leader, this degree offers both academic depth and practical experience to help you lead with confidence and clarity.
Note: This program is limited to Liberty University graduates with a bachelor’s degree who have completed at least 30 credit hours of 300-400 level Bible or Biblical Language courses with a grade of B or higher.
Pursue Your Degree with Confidence
- The Liberty Theological Seminary is accredited by the Commission on Accrediting of ATS, the Association of Theological Schools.
- Apply your knowledge in real-world ministry settings, gaining valuable experience in pastoral care, leadership, and discipleship with a practicum course.
- Accelerate your learning by building on the extensive knowledge you have already gained, allowing you to focus on the training best suited to God’s purpose for you.
- Our Advanced M.Div. provides hands-on experience within the local church as well as opportunities to serve with churches and organizations like the International Mission Board, Hume Lake, Samaritan’s Purse, and Second Baptist Houston.
What Will You Study?
- Advanced biblical studies in theology, interpretation, and preaching
- Church leadership, administration, and discipleship development
- Electives, practicum, and optional thesis for personalized ministry preparation
- Evangelism strategies and cross-cultural missions training
- Pastoral counseling and care for individuals and families
Potential Career Opportunities for Graduates of Liberty’s Advanced M.Div.
- Apologist
- Chaplain
- Church planter
- Discipleship pastor
- Evangelist
- Missionary
- Pastoral counselor
- Senior pastor
- Worship leader
- Youth pastor
Facilities and Resources Available to Advanced Master of Divinity Students
- The John W. Rawlings School of Divinity is one of the world’s largest schools for religious studies and ministerial training.
- As a member of the Association of Theological Schools, the Liberty Theological Seminary stands on a solid, biblically based foundation and a firm commitment to conservative evangelical theology.
- Liberty’s Rawlings Scriptorium Museum exhibits Christian scriptural artifacts valued at over $1 million, which are available for scholarly research and study.
- The faculty in the Liberty Theological Seminary are first-rate biblical scholars and theologians in their own right. Liberty’s faculty have impacted the field of biblical scholarship since our founding.
- You will complete a practicum, gaining hands-on training as part of your program.
- We offer multiple scholarship opportunities to our residential students, including the full-tuition Keesee Scholarship.
Admission Requirements for Our Advanced Master of Divinity Degree Program
Every application is reviewed on a case-by-case basis, and all applicants must submit the following documents and meet the minimum requirements for admission:
- Admission application
- Official bachelor’s degree transcripts with a 2.0 GPA or higher
- Must have graduated from Liberty University with a bachelor’s degree and completed at least 30 hours of 300-400 level Bible or Biblical Language courses with a grade of B or higher
- John W. Rawlings School of Divinity Questionnaire
- Pastoral recommender contact information
- Self-certification form for students in the final term of their bachelor’s degree
- Current Liberty undergraduate students seeking preliminary acceptance into a graduate program must complete a degree completion application through their ASIST account
Credit Hours
Available On Campus
Class Type
Residential
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Aug 18, 2025
Accreditation
ATS Commission on Accrediting
