Master of Divinity
Prepare for Ministry with a Master of Divinity
The Master of Divinity at CIU’s Biblical Seminary will provide you with a comprehensive range of biblical-theological knowledge and practical skills necessary for ministry leadership in a variety of contexts. Through a personalized curriculum, this program prepares students to minister effectively in a local church, with a para-church organization, or with a mission agency.
Program Highlights
January 13, 2025
75 credit hours
$3,000/yr
Additional $1,500/yr for full-time ministers
As few as 28 months
Why Choose CIU’s MDiv?
- Accredited & Respected – Our MDiv program is fully accredited and highly regarded, ensuring that your degree supports your vocational ministry goals.
- Specialized Concentrations – Tailor your MDiv to your career and ministry goals with a variety of concentrations that provide targeted knowledge and skills in your chosen field.
- Expert Faculty – Learn from experienced ministry leaders and theologians as you engage in deep theological studies and practical ministry training.
- Supportive Community – Join a network of fellow students and alumni dedicated to making a difference.
- Generous Scholarships – Take advantage of up to $3,000 in scholarships per year, making your advanced education more affordable — plus an additional $1,500 in scholarships per yer for full-time pastors and missionaries.
Advance Your Career
Our well-trained faculty will guide you in developing the essential knowledge and skills needed for an effective ministry career.
Personalized Learning
Choose from a wide range of elective courses and specialized tracks to tailor your studies with your specific area of ministry or interest.
Engaging Academics
Experience meaningful learning through interactive classroom discussions, practical assignments, and mentorship opportunities.
Receive $3,000/yr
The MDiv program awards a scholarship of up to $3,000 per year.
Get started today to take advantage of this incredible opportunity and transform your future.
Full-time pastors and missionaries have the opportunity to receive an additional $1,500 per year.
Concentrations
Bible Exposition
Master the art of interpreting and teaching Scripture.
Care & Counseling
Provide compassionate, Christ-centered care and counseling.
Chaplaincy
Prepare to serve as a chaplain in various settings.
Ministry Studies
Gain practical skills for effective ministry leadership.
Missiological Studies
Engage in global missions and cross-cultural ministry.
Muslim-Christian Relations
Foster understanding and dialog between faiths.
TESOL
Teach English to speakers of other languages with a ministry focus.
Admission Requirements
Apply
Complete our
online application
Transcripts
Submit official transcripts for highest earned degree and any master’s level credits earned
Faith Affirmation
Affirmation that you are a Christian and agree with CIU’s Statement of Faith
Documents
Submit a personal essay of approx. 800 words and a church leader reference
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