M.A. in Christian Ministry
Pursue Your Calling Through Regent’s Christian Ministry Degree Program
You’ve answered the call. Now is the time to prepare for the mission. At Regent, our online and on-campus Master of Arts in Christian Ministry equips you to lead in a specialized ministry setting. You’ll be armed with a firm foundation in hermeneutics, Old and New Testament, Christian theology, spiritual formation, and more. Choose from our concentration options, which underscore the importance of biblical application in everyday life and ministry.
Build a Foundation for Leadership & Service
Develop competence in biblical literacy, the history of the Church, and basic knowledge of Christian doctrines, with an emphasis on the renewing work of the Holy Spirit.
Lead Confidently
Apply balanced reasoning informed by Scripture and develop solutions to ministry challenges.
Learn from Top Scholars & Practitioners
Faculty include pioneers in Church history, biblical studies, and Renewal theology.
Experience Regent, ranked among top national universities by U.S. News & World Report, 2022. Presented from a Christian perspective, this Christian ministry degree program is supported by our respected faculty in Virginia Beach.
To learn more about this program, please complete the Request Information form on this page.
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 degree, you will be able to:
- Develop a solid biblical-theological foundation for global ministry and evangelism.
- Apply balanced reasoning informed by Scripture.
- Develop solutions to ministry challenges.
Career Opportunities
- Ministry Specialist
- Church Leadership
- Christian Educator
- Evangelist
- Missionary
The M.A. in Christian Ministry – Church & Ministry gives you 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.
Learn MoreThe M.A. in Christian Ministry – Interdisciplinary Studies degree equips you with advanced knowledge in key areas to address your academic and ministry interests. Choose courses from across disciplines in the School of Divinity to gain knowledge and skills to live out your calling.
Learn MoreThe M.A. in Christian Ministry – Marketplace Ministry degree equips you with a cross-disciplined foundation to develop practical solutions to ministry challenges. It blends courses from divinity, business, leadership and government to give you a solid footing in organizational behavior, nonprofit management, Christian theology and more.
Learn MoreThe M.A. in Christian Ministry – Missiology will help prepare you for a career in practical ministry within the church or a nonprofit organization. Grounded in Scripture, this program focuses on God's redemptive plan for the Church and covers the importance of mission-focused biblical teaching and leadership development.
Learn MoreThe M.A. in Christian Ministry – Worship & Media degree program equips you to cultivate a Spirit-led worship experience by combining music, media and biblical theology of worship. You'll develop creative approaches to worship and learn how to access relevant tools and technology.
Learn MoreDistinctives of various types of biblical literature, with an emphasis on interpretation and contemporary application. Topics: historical narrative, psalm, wisdom, parable, epistle, prophecy and apocalypse. An integrated understanding of origins with God as creator (cosmogony) is introduced as background for proper exegesis of the biblical text.
Contents, themes, and genres of the New Testament canon; methodologies for interpreting the texts in light of their historical contexts.
Contents, themes, and genres of the Old Testament canon; methodologies for interpreting the texts in light of their historical contexts.
An overview of Church history from the time of Christ to the Pre-Reformation. Special attention is given to the growth and development of the church in historical context, major Christian thought leaders, the advancement of the Gospel, and renewing work of the Holy Spirit.
An overview of Church history from the Reformation to the modern era. Special attention is given to the historical context for the Reformation, leading thought leaders of pre- and post-Reformation times, the historical development of major Christian doctrine and spirituality, and the modern Renewal Movement.
Biblical and theological foundations to understand the mission of God (missio dei) with focus on reaching the unreached, discipling new believers, establishing the Kingdom of God, and building his Church.
Foundational biblical principles of church leadership and life with an emphasis on team ministry. Examines key ministry practices as foundations for church renewal and revitalization. Recommended as a prerequisite to other ministry courses.
An integrated perspective of the pastoral functions, practices and offices in the local church, with special applied emphasis on the sacraments, ordinances, funerals and weddings. Critical issues in pastoral leadership are examined with an emphasis on avoiding pastoral pitfalls and fulfilling one’s calling with integrity.
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.
Key tenets and central doctrines of the Christian faith. Special focus on biblical foundations, historical developments, theological method, and major controversies and confessions.
2021-22 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 13 | Monday, August 23 |
Session M | Friday, September 10 | Monday, September 20 |
Session B | Friday, October 15 | Monday, October 25 |
Session C | Tuesday, December 21 | Monday, January 10 |
Session T | Friday, January 28 | Monday, February 7 |
Session D | Friday, March 4 | Monday, March 14 |
Session E | Friday, April 29 | Monday, May 9 |
Session F | Friday, June 10 | Monday, June 20 |
Admissions Requirements
Step 1: Apply to Regent University
- Submit your application at www.regent.edu/apply.
Step 2: Complete Your Admissions Questionnaire
- After you submit your application, you will receive a link to complete the required admissions questionnaire.
Step 3: 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 4: 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) | $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 |
University Services Fee (Online Students) | $650 |
Part-Time Students
Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
---|---|---|---|
Master of Arts (MA) | $500 | 6 | $3,000 |
Master of Divinity (MDiv) | $500 | 6 | $3,000 |
Master of Theological Studies (MTS) | $500 | 6 | $3,000 |
Master of Theology (ThM) | $650 | 3 | $1,950 |
Doctor of Ministry (DMin) | $650 | 3 | $1,950 |
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) | $650 | 3 | $1,950 |
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) | $500 | 9 | $4,500 |
Master of Divinity (MDiv) | $500 | 9 | $4,455 |
Master of Theological Studies (MTS) | $500 | 9 | $4,500 |
Master of Theology (ThM) | $650 | 6 | $3,900 |
Doctor of Ministry (DMin) | $650 | 6 | $3,900 |
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) | $650 | 6 | $3,900 |
Student Fees Per Semester
University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $800 |
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.
- B.A. in Christian Ministry
- Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.)
- M.A. in Apologetics & Cosmogony
- M.A. in Christian Discipleship
- M.A. in Spiritual Formation
- Master of Divinity (M.Div.)
- M.Div. – Christian Discipleship
- M.Div. – Christian Theology
- M.Div. – Interdisciplinary Studies
- M.Div. – Marketplace Ministry
- Master of Theological Studies (MTS)
- MTS – Biblical Languages
- MTS – Biblical Studies
- MTS – Christian Theology
- MTS – Church History
- Ph.D. in Renewal Theology