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Doctor of Philosophy in Renewal Studies

Concentrations available in:
Biblical Studies
History of Global Christianity
&
Christian Theology

This unique program allows you to obtain a Ph.D. degree of the highest quality, while remaining within your teaching or ministry context. Regent University School of Divinity combines cutting edge online mentoring with intensive, short-term, on-campus residencies. By becoming part of this program you will have the chance to study biblical interpretation, Christian history and theology with prominent scholars, preparing you to creatively contribute to the global theological discourse.

Regent University School of Divinity appreciates the worldwide renewing work of the Holy Spirit across denominational borders. Students from many denominations and Christian traditions (mainline, Protestant, Orthodox, evangelical, Pentecostal) are studying with us, preparing themselves for a teaching position or enhancing their ministry through Ph.D. studies. This is a Ph.D. designed for Christians desiring to be leaders, researchers, teachers, pastors, and missionaries in a renewed Christianity during the 21st century.

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Read about the full-tuition Shiflett Endowed Scholarship.