Master of Arts in Theological Studies

What Will You Study in Our Master’s in Theological Studies Degree?

• Systematic theology
• Old and New Testament orientation
• The history of Christianity

Our online theology degree is an industry leader in theological programs, taught by quality professors with experience as lead pastors, missionaries, seminar presenters, and other professional occupations where theology is exercised. In accordance with our goal to Train Champions for Christ, the online M.A. degree seeks to produce leaders in the Christian faith, prepared to meet individual, congregational, and community needs while maintaining spiritual integrity.

Potential Careers for M.A. in Theological Studies Graduates

• Christian Author
• Ministry Worker
• Missionary
• Pastor
• Professor
• Theologian

Benefits of Pursuing Liberty University’s Master’s in Theological Studies

As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.

Here’s what sets us apart:

• Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
• Liberty University’s Rawlings School of Divinity has been accredited by the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools (ATS). Your divinity degree has been approved by ATS and has met rigorous accreditation standards, so you can feel confident that your degree is both academically excellent and well-respected among churches, ministries, and nonprofit organizations.
• Your ministry matters – so when you take 9-15 credit hours per semester in your divinity program, you’ll pay a discounted block rate of $2,750. It’s our way of supporting all you do to serve others.
• Online undergraduate tuition rates have been frozen for the last 10 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
• Students are able to complete this Master of Arts in Theological Studies degree program in as little as a year and a half!

Military Benefits

Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:

• Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
• Reserve/National Guard
• Veterans/retirees
• Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
• Current Department of Defense employees

We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits: 

• Tuition discounts – $275 per credit hour for graduate courses
• Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 per course)
• Discounted Divinity Block Rate: $2,475 per semester – only $165/credit at 9 hours and applies as high as 15!*
• 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)

*Credits taken above 15 credit hours for the Master of Arts in Theological Studies are charged at the part-time rate