PhD in Divinity/Ministry (PhD)

For PhD Divinity/Ministry, tuition is The cost per credit is in-line with other institutions, but Barry University offers a mission-driven educational experience with small class sizes and personalized attention..

The Doctor of Ministry program is designed for experienced ordained and lay ecclesial ministers from Roman Catholic, Eastern and Greek Orthodox, and Protestant denominations. Students engage in practical theology studies while continuing their current ministry roles. The program emphasizes critical reflection on ministry practice within diverse ecclesial contexts. It integrates academic study with pastoral formation through a multicultural learning environment.

Focus areas include Practical Biblical Theology, Practical Sacramental/Liturgical Theology, Practical Systematic Theology, Practical Moral Theology, Health Care Ethics, Hispanic/Latino Theology and Ministry.

The program requires a total of 60 credits, distributed across coursework, a dissertation, and ministerial formation. Students complete courses in their chosen area of focus and fulfill requirements through academic and practical ministry projects.

Graduates serve in leadership roles within churches, religious institutions, and community-based ministries, particularly in Hispanic/Latino and diverse ecclesial settings.

Applicants must hold a Master of Divinity or equivalent theological degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Required documents include official transcripts, a personal statement, and three letters of recommendation. International students must also submit English proficiency test scores.

The programme totals about 60 credit hours. On-campus with evening classes; offered in traditional semester, winter/summer term, and study-through-the-year formats. Part-time study is available. For international students, tuition is below the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 59% of applicants.

Barry University welcomes students with roots in many countries and values cultural, social, and intellectual diversity. Campus life includes student-led media, performances, athletics, academic societies, clubs, cultural celebrations, and professional support. The main campus in Miami Shores offers lawns, study spaces, and a chapel, while downtown Miami, beaches, the Wynwood Arts District, Brickell, and major cultural institutions are a short car ride away.

Founded in 1940 by the Adrian Dominican Sisters as Barry College for Women, Barry became a coeducational university while retaining its Catholic intellectual tradition. Its educational approach connects learning, reflection, informed action, and a commitment to social justice. Academic options include the College of Arts and Sciences, School of Business and Public Administration, College of Health Professions & Medical Sciences, School of Nursing, School of Podiatric Medicine, and the Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law in Orlando. Programs range from the arts, education, humanities, and sciences to business, health care, nursing, law, and podiatric medicine.

Small classes, with a 15:1 student-teacher ratio, support direct attention from faculty. Orientation includes the student-led O-Team and ORI 100 Class. The Center for Academic Success and Advising provides academic coaching, tutoring, and financial aid counseling, while the Career Center supports internships and alumni engagement. Barry also offers classes at locations across Florida, online, and in the Bahamas, with flexible programs for working professionals.