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 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.
Please complete the Request Information form on this page to learn more about this program.
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 can:
- 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 More2023-24 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 11 | Monday, August 21 |
| Session M | Friday, September 8 | Monday, September 18 |
| Session B | Friday, October 13 | Monday, October 23 |
| Session C | Thursday, January 4 | Monday, January 8 |
| Session T | Friday, January 26 | Monday, February 5 |
| Session D | Friday, March 1 | Monday, March 11 |
| Session E | Friday, April 26 | Monday, May 6 |
| Session F | Friday, June 7 | Monday, June 17 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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.
- B.A. in Christian Ministry
- B.S. in Professional Studies – Biblical & Theological Studies
- B.S. in Professional Studies – Christian Ministry
- Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.)
- DSL – Ecclesial Leadership
- M.A. in Apologetics & Cosmogony
- M.A. in Christian Discipleship
- M.A. in Christian Ministry – Worship & Media
- M.A. in Spiritual Formation
- Master of Divinity in Theology & Ministry (M.Div.)
- Master of Theological Studies (MTS)
- M.Div. in Theology & Ministry – Christian Discipleship
- M.Div. in Theology & Ministry – Christian Theology
- M.Div. in Theology & Ministry – Interdisciplinary Studies
- M.Div. in Theology & Ministry – Marketplace Ministry
- MTS – Biblical Languages
- MTS – Biblical Studies
- MTS – Christian Theology
- MTS – Church History
- Ph.D. in Renewal Theology
