M.A. in Christian Ministry – Church & Ministry
Prepare for the Mission
Give feet to your faith as you learn to minister to others. Our online Master of Arts in Christian Ministry – Church & Ministry degree equips you with advanced knowledge to put your calling into practice. You’ll gain a solid foundation in Hermeneutics, Old and New Testaments, Christian theology, and spiritual formation as you learn to incorporate them into everyday life and ministry.
Delve Deeper
Examine lifestyle and skills of the ministry leader, with an emphasis on personal and ministry reflection, character formation and church health.
Lead Confidently
Apply balanced reasoning informed by Scripture and develop solutions to ministry challenges.
Learn from Top Scholars & Practitioners
Faculty include pioneers in Christian history, biblical studies, and Renewal theology.
Presented from a Christian perspective, this degree is supported by our respected faculty in Virginia Beach.
The M.A. in Christian Ministry at Regent University is accredited by The Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools in the United States and Canada (ATS).
On completing the M.A. in Christian Ministry – Church & Ministry degree, you can:
- Mobilize and manage volunteers for church growth and kingdom expansion.
- Sustain spiritual momentum and implement contemporary evangelism.
- Develop solutions to ministry challenges.
Career Opportunities
- Pastoral Staff
- Church Administration
- Ministry Specialist
- Christian Educator
- Bi-Vocational Ministry
2022-23 Semester Check-In Deadlines
All new 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 |
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Session A | Friday, August 12 | Monday, August 22 |
Session M | Friday, September 9 | Monday, September 19 |
Session B | Friday, October 14 | Monday, October 24 |
Session C | Wednesday, January 4 | Monday, January 9 |
Session T | Friday, January 27 | Monday, February 6 |
Session D | Friday, March 3 | Monday, March 13 |
Session E | Friday, April 28 | Monday, May 8 |
Session F | Friday, June 9 | Monday, June 19 |
Admissions Requirements
Step 1: Apply to Regent University
- Submit your application at www.regent.edu/apply.
Step 2: Submit Your Unofficial College Transcripts
- Email your unofficial college transcripts to apply@regent.edu using the subject line: Unofficial Transcripts.
- Upon conditional acceptance, Regent University will attempt to obtain your official transcripts from your U.S. degree-granting institution.
- International transcripts must be evaluated by an NACES-approved company.
Step 3: Submit Your Government-Issued ID
- Email a photo of your government-issued ID to apply@regent.edu using the subject line: Government ID.
- Please note that all items submitted as part of the application process become the property of Regent University and cannot be returned.
Part-Time Students
Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
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Master of Arts (MA) | $530 | 6 | $3,180 |
Master of Divinity (MDiv) | $530 | 6 | $3,180 |
Master of Theological Studies (MTS) | $530 | 6 | $3,180 |
Master of Theology (ThM) | $670 | 3 | $2,010 |
Doctor of Ministry (DMin) | $670 | 3 | $2,010 |
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) | $670 | 3 | $2,010 |
Full-Time Students
Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
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Master of Arts (MA) | $530 | 9 | $4,770 |
Master of Divinity (MDiv) | $530 | 9 | $4,770 |
Master of Theological Studies (MTS) | $530 | 9 | $4,770 |
Master of Theology (ThM) | $670 | 6 | $4,020 |
Doctor of Ministry (DMin) | $670 | 6 | $4,020 |
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) | $670 | 6 | $4,020 |
Student Fees Per Semester
University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $850 |
University Services Fee (Online Students) | $700 |
PART-TIME STUDENTS
Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
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Master of Arts (MA) | $515 | 6 | $3,090 |
Master of Divinity (MDiv) | $515 | 6 | $3,090 |
Master of Theological Studies (MTS) | $515 | 6 | $3,090 |
Master of Theology (ThM) | $670 | 3 | $2,010 |
Doctor of Ministry (DMin) | $670 | 3 | $2,010 |
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) | $670 | 3 | $2,010 |
Full-Time Students
Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
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Master of Arts (MA) | $515 | 9 | $4,635 |
Master of Divinity (MDiv) | $515 | 9 | $4,635 |
Master of Theological Studies (MTS) | $515 | 9 | $4,635 |
Master of Theology (ThM) | $670 | 6 | $4,020 |
Doctor of Ministry (DMin) | $670 | 6 | $4,020 |
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) | $670 | 6 | $4,020 |
Student Fees Per Semester
University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $800 (Fall & Spring) $650 (Summer) |
University Services Fee (Online Students) | $650 |
*Rates are subject to change at any time.
Estimated Cost of Attendance: View the estimated cost of attendance to see an example of the total cost of tuition and fees.