Master of Theology (Th.M.)
Earn Your Th.M. Degree in Under Two Years
Earn a fully accredited Master of Theology (Th.M.) degree online in just under two years, with no required on-campus residency. Through this post-graduate program, you will acquire specialized knowledge to enhance your professional competence in a specific area of study. Through this online theology degree, your focused studies, intensive research, and methodology will equip you for greater ministry impact and prepare you for entry into a doctoral program.
Advance Your Knowledge
Examine contemporary issues in Renewal theology relating to the Scripture in the Old and New Testaments.
Enhance Your Expertise
Strengthen your understanding of biblical hermeneutics, Renewal theology, research methodologies, and more.
Earn Advanced Standing
Gain advanced standing with your completed Th.M. degree should you pursue Regent’s Ph.D. in Renewal Theology.
Select a Specialization
Choose the concentration that aligns with your interests and career goals.
Please complete the Request Information form on this page to learn more about this program.
The Master of Theology (Th.M.) at Regent University is accredited by The Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools in the United States and Canada (ATS).
- Undergraduate professor
- Specialized ministry leader
- Doctoral student
The Master of Theology (Th.M.) – Biblical Studies will strengthen your professional competence as you examine contemporary issues in biblical studies relating to the interpretation of scripture in the Old and New Testaments.
Learn MoreThe Master of Theology (Th.M.) – Christian Theology will deepen your insight about Reformed theology and the role of the Holy Spirit while you explore the question of Christian theological method and biblical hermeneutics from the Renewal perspective.
Learn MoreThe Master of Theology (Th.M.) – Church History will help you analyze historical developments of the Church, with an emphasis on the Renewal and Reformation movements, so you’ll be able to apply historical biblical lessons to current ministry situations for maximum impact.
Learn MoreThe Master of Theology (Th.M.) – Practical Theology will help you become a spiritually-informed leader by providing you balanced reasoning guided by scripture for easy application in Christian ministry settings.
Learn More2022-23 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Session A | Friday, August 12 | Monday, August 22 |
| Session C | Wednesday, January 4 | Monday, January 9 |
| Session E | Friday, April 28 | Monday, May 8 |
Admissions Requirements
To be considered for acceptance into the Master of Theology (Th.M.) program in the School of Divinity, the Association of Theological Schools (ATS) and the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) requires applicants to have a completed Master of Divinity (M.DIV.), Master of Arts (M.A.) or Master of Theological Studies (MTS) from a regionally accredited post-secondary institution or an institution accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
Applicants with a Master’s Degree from a non-regionally accredited institution will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
In addition, applicants to the Master of Theology (Th.M.) should have:
- High intellectual achievement and scholarship as evidenced by college transcripts and the applicant’s writing sample
- A desire and ability to write a thesis in your chosen area of concentration
- Spiritual maturity and integrity of character
- Personal goals consistent with the mission of Regent University
- Understand and accept the Statement of Faith
Admission into the Th.M. requires completion of a seminary master’s degree consisting of at least 48 credit hours in a ministerial or theological field of study with a 3.0 or higher GPA and proficiency in one biblical language. Proficiency is defined as at least 6 credits of coursework in the same Biblical language. Biblical language credits must be completed prior to gaining admission into the Th.M. degree.
Master of Theology (Th.M.) Application Process
1. Submit Your Application
Complete the School of Divinity Application for Admission. Note: We also require your official transcript from your degree-granting institution, which indicates successful completion of a bachelor’s degree program. Regent has partnered with DocuSign to offer a secure, electronic way for your previous college transcripts to be delivered on your behalf once you have registered for your first semester.
2. Academic Writing Sample or Graduate Degree Paper (with Citations)
WRITING SAMPLE
Our Th.M. program seeks to prepare scholars for advanced research, practice and leadership in academic, church and ministry settings through designated study, involving one of three concentrations: Biblical Studies, Christian Theology and History of Christianity. The academic writing sample assesses your ability to think critically and compose an original written work, not previously written, based upon your chosen concentration area as indicated on your Th.M. application. The Admissions Committee must ensure that your writing acumen is at a level commensurate with the demands of doctoral level academic writing.
In order to assess your writing ability, please compose a 1500-word original essay, not previously written, which includes the following: (1) a topic of your choice that falls within one of the three concentrations mentioned above; (2) a demonstration of conceptual sophistication; (3) an obvious flow of thought from paragraph to paragraph; (4) critical thinking skills; and (5) evidence of independent judgment. Finally, in your conclusion, include what you think the work of the Spirit contributes to the topic you have chosen to discuss. References or citations are not required.
GRADUATE DEGREE PAPER
If you are opting to submit the Graduate Degree Paper, please ensure this is a submission that contains citations.
Your academic writing sample or graduate degree paper should be emailed directly to the Admissions Office at apply@regent.edu using the subject line: DIV Application Pieces.
3. Submit your Unofficial College Transcripts
We are able to examine and view your unofficial transcripts from U.S.-based schools, which indicate successful completion of bachelor’s and master’s degree programs, in order to review you for an admissions decision. Please submit your unofficial transcript to our Admissions Office by email to apply@regent.edu using the subject line: DIV Application Pieces.
Non-U.S. transcripts must be evaluated by an NACES-approved company. For further details, please review the International Admissions Checklist on the International Students Admissions page.
International Applicants: Please visit the International Students Admissions page for a more detailed explanation of the Regent University application information and to determine whether or not you qualify as an international student.
*Upon conditional acceptance to the program by review of unofficial transcripts, Regent University’s Admissions Office will attempt to obtain your official transcripts from your U.S. degree-granting institutions, which indicate successful completion of bachelor’s and master’s degree programs. We will notify you if your previous institutions will not release transcripts directly to us.
4. Government-Issued ID
To ensure academic integrity, Regent University requires a copy of a government-issued ID. Please email a scanned copy or photograph of it to apply@regent.edu with the subject line: Government ID.
5. Mail all documents that are completed offline to the following address:
Regent University
Enrollment Support Services
1000 Regent University Drive
Virginia Beach, VA 23464
Phone: 757.352.4127 | Fax: 757.352.4381
Note: All items submitted as part of the application process become the property of Regent 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.
Estimated Cost of Attendance: View the estimated cost of attendance to see an example of the total cost of tuition and fees.
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- M.Div. in Theology & Ministry – Christian Discipleship
- M.Div. in Theology & Ministry – Christian Theology
- M.Div. in Theology & Ministry – Church History
- M.Div. in Theology & Ministry – Marketplace Ministry
- Ph.D. in Renewal Theology
