Master in Christian Studies (Master's)

For Master in Christian Studies (Master's), tuition is The cost and aid information is available through the programme's cost and aid section..

This programme offers a flexible, practical approach to biblical and theological study with a focus on real-world ministry application. Students build literacy in scripture, church history, and systematic theology through customizable coursework. The degree emphasizes personal and professional development in ministry contexts. It allows students to tailor their studies across multiple theological and practical areas.

Focus areas include Old Testament studies, New Testament studies, Church history, Systematic theology, Philosophy of religion, Leadership and evangelism.

The programme requires 51 credit hours, distributed across core theological courses, open electives, and a capstone project or thesis. Students choose between a major ministry research project or a thesis to complete the degree.

Graduates enter pastoral roles, church leadership, chaplaincy, and ministry-focused organizations requiring theological training and practical experience.

Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution. A minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.5 is required. The application includes submission of all required documents.

The programme totals about 51 credit hours. Available at the Denver campus or fully online; designed for full-time study over two years. For international students, tuition is well below the median for US programmes.

Denver Seminary has prepared graduates for ministry and related work for 75 years. Its community includes nearly 1,000 students from more than 50 denominations, guided by Biblical Authority, Vigorous Scholarship, Charitable Orthodoxy, Redemptive Relationships, and Global Concern. More than 6,000 alumni serve around the world in response to human needs and through Christian ministry.

Academic offerings include the Master of Divinity, Master of Arts, Master of Theology, counseling degrees, the Doctor of Ministry in New Missional Movements, and the Doctor of Philosophy in Counselor Education and Supervision. Students can focus on biblical and theological studies, New Testament, Old Testament, theology, counseling, Anglican studies, or theology, justice, and social advocacy. Graduate certificates cover areas including biblical Hebrew and Semitic languages, pastoral care and counseling, and biblical and theological studies.

The main campus is in the Denver metropolitan area above the historic South Platte River, while the Washington, DC extension campus serves working adults through blended online and on-campus programs. Fully online students use online courses, technical support, digital library resources, and student services through the Global campus. Programs are available in traditional, blended, and online formats, helping students continue working or manage family responsibilities while studying. Denver Seminary also offers a Korean Global Campus with selected master's and doctoral programs.