Overview
The Ministry (Online) program from Liberty University can help advance and sharpen your ministry skills by providing you with a deeper understanding of biblical principles and outreach strategies so you can serve in a variety of pastoral roles. With many specialized tracks for different fields of ministry, you can customize your studies to get the training you need and step out into the field with confidence.
Our Doctor of Ministry degree offers an in-depth study of spiritual formation and ministry in your core classes, so you can better understand the advanced material in your specific area of study. Our online DMin core classes were specifically chosen to help you gain the essential knowledge and skills needed for your final project. Half of your degree will be made up of core courses and specialization courses, and the other half will include the process for completing your portfolio or thesis project report. Visit the programme website for more information
This program was designed to help you gain the biblical foundation needed to meet the challenges and opportunities facing ministry leaders today with clarity and confidence. Regardless of which specialization you choose, you will study the following core topics:
- Distinguishing marks of a mature disciple
- Methods for creating a spiritual assessment to measure spiritual health
- Standard doctoral research practices
- Techniques for creating a plan to foster spiritual growth
- Theological basis for ministry evaluation
Career opportunities:
- Christian scholar
- Evangelist
- Seminary professor
- Senior church administrator
- Senior pastor
- University professor
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Church Revitalization
- Expository Preaching and Teaching
- Ministry Leadership
- Next Generation Ministry
- Pastoral Counseling
- Spiritual Formation
- Strategic Christian Ministry
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: 3
English requirements
Duolingo English Test: 105
TOEFL iBT: 80
IELTS: 6.5
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Official transcripts showing a regionally or nationally accredited master’s degree related to the student’s ministry setting or vocational calling.
- Statement of Purpose
- An Ecclesiastical endorsement indicating the agreement of the church (or employing organization) with your participation in the Doctor of Ministry program.
- Submit the School of Divinity Questionnaire (login required).
Work experience
- At least 2 years of ministerial experience
- Experience must be pastoral in nature (pastor, assistant pastor, youth pastor, missionary, etc.) and must be connected to a church body
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International: 5,697 AUD / year (≈ 4,100 USD / year)
- Out-of-State: 5,697 AUD / year (≈ 4,100 USD / year)
- In-State: 5,697 AUD / year (≈ 4,100 USD / year)
