Master in Divinity/Ministry (Master's)

Tuition is Tuition is $450 per credit hour..

This programme is designed for individuals preparing for Christian ministry roles such as pastors, missionaries, and church leaders. Students study biblical languages, theology, and practical ministry skills in a structured academic setting. The curriculum emphasizes expository preaching, biblical exegesis, and Christian ethics. It is delivered fully online to accommodate working professionals and those with existing commitments.

Focus areas include Biblical Hermeneutics, Greek Exegesis, Hebrew Exegesis, Systematic Theology, Christian Ethics, Church History.

The programme requires 72 credit hours distributed across biblical studies, theological and philosophical studies, ministerial and pastoral studies, and one open elective. All coursework is delivered online.

Graduates enter roles such as senior pastor, missionary, evangelist, Bible teacher, or leader in a Christian organization.

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. A minimum GPA of 2.75 is required. Official transcripts and a completed application are needed.

The programme totals about 72 credit hours. Fully online, part-time or full-time, typical duration is three years. For international students, tuition is well below the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 92% of applicants.

Criswell College centers its educational mission on Scripture and service. The college seeks to equip students to influence culture for Christ and to develop a deep love of learning alongside practical skills for their chosen fields. Its Graduate Profile describes alumni prepared to serve as ambassadors, cultivators, peacemakers, problem solvers, and professionals. This framework connects academic development with a stated focus on calling, leadership, and service.

Students can apply as undergraduate freshmen or graduate students, and admissions support is available throughout the application process. Tuition assistance and scholarships form part of the college's approach to affordability. The campus is located at 4010 Gaston Avenue in Dallas, Texas, giving students access to the city as their wider setting for study and service. Campus life includes regular chapel gatherings, including Tuesday Chapel and T.L.C. Chapel, as well as student activities such as meetings with the Executive Cabinet. Criswell also provides student and alumni employment opportunities. International applicants should plan around the college's Christian educational focus and the application process for their intended level of study. The admissions page directs applicants with questions to an Admissions Counselor, while the college also offers information requests and campus visits for prospective students.