Master in Theological Studies
Deerfield, USA
DURATION
18 Months
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Request application deadline
EARLIEST START DATE
Jan 2025
TUITION FEES
USD 31,500 *
STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning, On-Campus
* $750 per hour
Introduction
Pursue an in-depth understanding of theology and its relevance to today’s world with a master’s degree in Theological Studies from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School (TEDS). Apply your knowledge to your vocation, ministry, volunteer work, family life, and more through our distinguished and flexible program.
The Master in Theological Studies degree is TEDS’ most flexible program both in focus and delivery method. Choose your area of study based on your interests and experience. In addition, you can earn your degree through multiple delivery modalities, including completely online. See how a theology degree can transform your life by enrolling at Trinity.
Academic Excellence
Learn from leading evangelical theologians and scholars. Your professors guide your discussions, challenge your ideas, and strengthen your convictions. Their expertise and perspectives will grow your knowledge and faith. But it doesn’t stop there. Our instructors also invest in your life, making sure you succeed not only in the classroom but in your personal and ministry life as well.
Customized Study
Many of our students come with ministry backgrounds. They know their strengths and where they want to grow. That’s why the Master in Theological Studies program has built-in flexibility. You can choose courses based on your areas of interest or need, including church history, biblical studies, theological studies, and electives from across the TEDS curriculum.
Credits: 42 hours Format: On Campus | Online
Program delivery
Online and In-Person Courses
At TEDS, we believe a theological education should be widely available. That’s why we provide various ways you can attend courses. Our Theological Studies program can be earned completely online or in-person. You can also take courses at one of our extension sites.
Admissions
Curriculum
Featured Courses
- Introduction to the New Testament 1
- Introduction to the Old Testament 1
- Introduction to Biblical Theology
- Theology 1: The God of the Gospel: From the Father
- Church History 1: The Patristic and Middle Ages
- Theology of Mission & Evangelism
Tracks
- Cross-Cultural Ministry Track
- Executive Leadership Track
- Preaching Ministry Track
- Ministry Care Track
Career Opportunities
The Master in Theological Studies degree provides a biblical-theological focus that complements your life and career. Many of our students are engaged in church and parachurch ministries as well as marketplace careers. Others seek a general theological degree to accompany a specialized master’s degree. Careers for graduates include:
- Campus ministry
- Youth Pastor
- Missionary
Program Tuition Fee
Scholarships and Funding
For the 2022-23 academic year, 100% of incoming TEDS students received scholarships! Additionally, US resident students who completed the FAFSA also had access to federal student loans and federal work-study. You will automatically be considered for the following scholarships as soon as you submit your application to TEDS.
Dean's Merit Scholarship
The Dean's Merit Scholarship at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School acknowledges and supports outstanding academic achievement, offering three scholarship amounts based on the student's GPA.*
*GPA requirements are cumulative for the applicant's undergraduate degree.
Leadership Legacy Scholarship
The Leadership Legacy Scholarship at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School recognizes and rewards applicants with ministry, counseling, non-profit or career leadership experience, offering tuition rebates for individuals with years of exemplary leadership.
International Impact Scholarship
The International Impact Scholarship at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School is a scholarship exclusively for international students, providing a 30% tuition rebate and fostering global-minded leaders committed to making a positive impact on a worldwide scale.
TEDS Faithful Future Scholarship
Available for new students enrolling in 2024. Start your academic journey in any of our MA programs, including the MDIV, MA in Theological Studies, MA in Mental Health Counseling, or MA in Bioethics with a 20% tuition grant, renewable throughout your entire course of study. This scholarship can be combined with one of the above scholarships. Join the long legacy of academic excellence at TEDS and prepare to leave a lasting impact to those you serve.