Doctor of Divinity

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Doctor of Divinity

Program Title: Doctor of Ministry
Program Description: A 36-credit terminal professional doctorate for experienced ministry practitioners integrating advanced theological reflection with applied ministry.
Curriculum:

Advanced Practical Theology & Ministry: 18 credits

Leadership & Organizational Management: 9 credits

Ministry Project/Dissertation: 9 credits
Total: 36 credits; typical completion 3–4 years (part-time)
Admissions:

M.Div. or equivalent (minimum 72 graduate credits)

At least 3 years post-master’s ministry experience

Current ministry context

Minimum 3.0 graduate GPA

Portfolio of ministry experience; professional references (and interview/writing sample if required)
Program Features: Hybrid delivery (intensives + online), cohort model, mentored supervision, applied ministry focus
Award: Doctor of Ministry
Documentation: Doctoral diploma and official transcript
Recognition: Recognized as a terminal professional degree in ministry practice