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 can equip you to lead in a specialized ministry setting. You can 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. Earn your Master’s online in Christian Ministry on its own or as part of a dual degree program with another Regent University graduate program.
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 can equip 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 can equip you to cultivate a Spirit-led worship experience by combining music, media and biblical theology of worship. You can develop creative approaches to worship and learn how to access relevant tools and technology.
Learn MoreStudents should refer to their catalog or audited degree plan (ADP) for required courses to complete their degree.
2024-25 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 9 | Monday, August 19 |
| Session M | Friday, September 6 | Monday, September 16 |
| Session B | Friday, October 11 | Monday, October 21 |
| Session C | Wednesday, January 8 | Monday, January 13 |
| Session T | Friday, January 31 | Monday, February 10 |
| Session D | Friday, March 7 | Monday, March 17 |
| Session E | Friday, May 2 | Monday, May 12 |
| Session F | Friday, June 13 | Monday, June 23 |
Admissions Requirements
Step 1: Apply to Regent University
Submit your application using the Regent University Online Application.
Note: If you are unable to complete our application due to a disability, please contact our Admissions Office at 757.352.4990 or admissions@regent.edu and an admissions representative will provide reasonable accommodations to assist you in completing the application.
Step 2: Submit Your Unofficial Transcripts
Submit your unofficial transcripts to regent.edu/items.
Upon submitting your application, you will receive an email requesting authorization for Regent University to obtain your official transcripts from your U.S. degree-granting institution. International transcripts must be evaluated by a NACES, AACRAO or NAFSA approved agency.
Step 3: Submit Your Government-Issued ID
To ensure academic integrity, Regent University requires a copy of a government-issued ID. Please submit a scanned copy or photograph of it to regent.edu/items.
Please feel free to contact the Office of Admissions at 757.352.4990 or admissions@regent.edu should you have any further questions about the application process.
Note: 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) | $565 | 6 | $3,390 |
| Master of Divinity (MDiv) | $565 | 6 | $3,390 |
| Master of Theological Studies (MTS) | $565 | 6 | $3,390 |
| 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) | $565 | 9 | $5,085 |
| Master of Divinity (MDiv) | $565 | 9 | $5,085 |
| Master of Theological Studies (MTS) | $565 | 9 | $5,085 |
| 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) | $900 (Fall & Spring) $750 (Summer) |
|---|---|
| University Services Fee (Online Students) | $750 |
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 (Fall & Spring) $700 (Summer) |
|---|---|
| University Services Fee (Online Students) | $700 |
*Rates are subject to change at any time.
The School of Divinity offers students the opportunity to pursue a joint degree between the M.A. in Christian Ministry and another graduate program at Regent University. Students seeking online joint degree programs must apply and be accepted to both programs as a joint degree student. Under the joint-degree agreement, students complete 30 (instead of 39) credit hours in the M.A. without a concentration. The first 9 credits of the 12-credit concentration are waived for the joint degree; the remaining 3 credits are fulfilled as Divinity elective courses. Courses applied to one degree are not eligible to be applied to the second degree in a joint degree program. Joint degree students subsequently earn a separate degree from each school and must complete both degree programs before being approved for graduation
- 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