Certificate of Graduate Studies in Online Ministry

Location: Online

Total Credit Hours: 12

Next Session Start: September 21, 2026

Approved Degree Plan: Download PDF

The Certificate of Graduate Studies in Online Ministry* is a graduate-level certificate program for nondegree-seeking students. You will build on a spiritual formation foundation while learning important digital skills and tools for online ministering. You’ll also learn to effectively apply multimedia technologies and mobile applications for a global reach.

Utilize online platforms to expand your ministry or outreach program.
Integrate online ministry strategies with traditional biblical teachings.
Foster online engagement to evangelize, preach, teach, and disciple.

*The name of this certificate will be changed to Certificate of Graduate Studies in Digital Ministry & Artificial Intelligence starting with students enrolling in Spring 2027.

Career Opportunities

This certificate program may help you grow as an expert in your field and advance your calling as a lay minister, pastor, or nonprofit team member.

Featured Courses

Table listing featured courses with course code, name, and credit hours.
Code	Name	Credits
Code: PMIN 623	Digital Ministry Tools	Credits: 3	An overview of the important skills and digital tools needed to facilitate effective and meaningful online ministry. Learn to minister by utilizing various forms of multimedia technologies and mobile applications.
Code: PMIN 624	Ministry & Online Presence	Credits: 3	Create a visible and accessible Internet-based ministry by using effective online tools. Learn to use digital marketing strategies and applications to reach a world-wide online and mobile audience.
Code: PMIN 625	Social Media in Ministry	Credits: 3	Utilize social media platforms to create and shepherd virtual communities. Foster online engagement to evangelize, preach, teach, disciple and train for ministry.
Code: SFRM 501	Spiritual Formation Foundations	Credits: 3	Examines the biblical, historical, and theological aspects of Christian formation, including the holistic and other models, with emphasis on both personal life and ministry contexts. Taken in the first semester of degree and begins the Spiritual Formation Portfolio.

Students should refer to their catalog or audited degree plan (ADP) for required courses to complete their degree.

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Admissions Requirements

2026-27 Semester Check-In Deadlines

All students are expected to check-in for the semester two weeks before the session start date. Students should apply, be accepted, enroll in their first courses, and confirm a plan to pay for their courses prior to this date.

Session	Semester Check-In	Session Start Date
Session A	Friday, August 14	Monday, August 24
Session M	Friday, September 11	Monday, September 21
Session B	Friday, October 16	Monday, October 26
Session C	Wednesday, January 6	Monday, January 11
Session T	Friday, January 29	Monday, February 8
Session D	Friday, March 5	Monday, March 15
Session E	Friday, April 30	Monday, May 10
Session F	Friday, June 11	Monday, June 21

Certificate programs are designed for those seeking professional development through continuing education for ministers and pastors. Students earn graduate credit that can be applied toward a ministry degree program if further study is desired. Certificate students wishing to earn an academic degree must apply separately to that degree program and meet full admission requirements. Acceptance into a certificate program does not guarantee acceptance into a degree program.

Application Requirements

Step 1: Apply to Regent University

Submit your application using the Regent University Online Application.

Note: If you are unable to complete our application due to a disability, please contact our Admissions Office at 757.352.4990 or admissions@regent.edu and an admissions representative will provide reasonable accommodations to assist you in completing the application.

Step 2: Submit Your Unofficial Transcripts

Submit your unofficial transcripts to regent.edu/items.

Upon submitting your application, you will receive an email requesting authorization for Regent University to obtain your official transcripts from your U.S. degree-granting institution. International transcripts must be evaluated by a NACES or NAFSA approved agency.

Step 3: Submit Your Government-Issued ID

To ensure academic integrity, Regent University requires a copy of a government-issued ID. Please submit a scanned copy or photograph of it to regent.edu/items.

Please feel free to contact the Office of Admissions at 757.352.4990 or admissions@regent.edu should you have any further questions about the application process.

Note: All items submitted as part of the application process become the property of Regent University and cannot be returned.

Tuition & Fees

2026-27 Tuition Rates

Certificate of Graduate Studies	Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour	Total Credits	Tuition Cost for Certificate
Biblical Languages	$592	12	$7,104
Biblical Studies	$592	12	$7,104
Christian Theology	$592	12	$7,104
Church History	$592	12	$7,104
Church Leadership	$592	12	$7,104
Online Ministry	$592	12	$7,104
Spiritual Formation	$592	12	$7,104
Worship & Theology	$592	12	$7,104

Student Fees Per Semester

University Services Fee (On-Campus Students)	$900 (Fall & Spring) $750 (Summer)
University Services Fee (Online Students)	$750

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*Rates are subject to change at any time.

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“My journey through the School of Divinity was transformational, challenging and inspirational. The Spirit-filled faculty and staff were dedicated to my success as a student and a military officer. My classes — both on campus and online — exuded excellence and sound biblical teaching.”

Tierra S. Gibbs, M.A., 2012 Practical Theology

“I was so glad that I was able to study at the Regent University School of Divinity and earn my Master of Theological Studies (MTS). It has changed my perspective. After attending seminary, I have a different understanding of how to interpret God’s Word. Through the church history courses, I now see how important it is to know what kind of church Jesus is building today!”

Pastor Kevin Wu, Master of Theological Studies, 2016

“The online and on-campus experiences were different, but both very rewarding. The way they designed online learning really felt like a live classroom environment — still very informative and relational, even with people from around the world there.”

Jesse Eisenhart, Joint M.A., 2009 M.A. in Practical Theology & Human Service Counseling

“Regent University was the place where my ministry was envisioned, birthed, and built up in the Spirit, during many divine appointments across the campus, at the chapel, and at the Founders Inn. Regent’s education has added many deep theological foundations to my ministry. Studying revivals and the history of renewal movements has ignited the flame in my ministry!”

Dr. Tharwat Adly Nagib, Doctor of Philosophy in Theological Studies, 2019

“In preparing to fully embrace God’s call on my life, I was attracted to Regent’s commitment to Christian Leadership to Change the World. I needed a world-class institution to help me develop the confidence to do it. My professors gave me the holistic spiritual formation I needed and refined my worldview. At Regent, I obtained the academic and theological foundation necessary to build the global ministries, businesses, and brands I oversee. I am proud and honored to be among the Regent alumni who are changing the world.”

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