Master in Divinity/Ministry (Master's)

Tuition is Tuition is $450 per quarter for students in the 35 developed countries, with a one-time $25 registration fee. Tuition and fees are guaranteed for two years..

This programme focuses on applied Christian ministry through a research-based study of the Bible and theological principles. Students engage in critical analysis of Scripture within historical, social, and literary contexts. The curriculum emphasizes practical ministry skills, spiritual formation, and the development of personal faith. Learning is delivered through online coursework with supervised ministry experiences and a final project.

Focus areas include Biblical Exegesis, Pastoral Care, Worship Ministry, Mission and Evangelism, Church History, Theological Studies.

The programme requires 84 semester credits, including 24 in Foundations, 12 in Ministry, 42 in Electives, and 6 in Final Project courses. Students must complete a final comprehensive exam and a service project under supervision.

Graduates typically serve in pastoral roles, church leadership, chaplaincy, or religious education within Christian organizations.

Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in religion, theology, or ministry with 120 credits and a 3.0 GPA. They must complete 15 graduate Foundations credits or hold a NationsUniversity M.T.S. degree. Non-native English speakers need a TOEFL score of 550 or equivalent.

The programme totals about 84 credit hours. Online, part-time or full-time, with a projected completion time of 48 months for full-time study. For international students, tuition is well below the median for US programmes.

Since 1995, NationsUniversity has developed online Christian education for learners with modest financial means. Its programs are delivered entirely online, allowing students to study at their own pace and begin at any time. The institution offers certificate programs in biblical theology, a Bachelor of Religious Studies, master's degrees for biblical knowledge and applied Christian living and ministry, and a doctoral program focused on developing ministry leaders. Its mission is to build authentic faith and train Christian leaders around the world.

The Bachelor of Religious Studies provides in-depth Bible knowledge and a foundation for advanced degrees. The 120-semester-hour curriculum combines religion, philosophy and worldview, counseling, ministry, worship, biblical languages, biblical exegesis, and general education in fields such as communications, English, mathematics, natural science, and social science. Students develop skills in scriptural interpretation, critical thinking, ethical and theological reasoning, spiritual formation, and Christian leadership across diverse organizations, institutions, and countries. International applicants whose native language is not English must provide an accepted English proficiency qualification, such as TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, or an approved alternative. Online electronic textbooks and other resources are available without cost to students. Based in New Orleans, NationsUniversity connects learners across countries through its online format rather than a residential campus.