CGU’s Master’s in Divinity program is a graduate-level program designed to prepare students for leadership roles in religious organizations or for further study in theology. The program provides a comprehensive education in Christian theology, biblical studies, pastoral ministry, and religious history. This program is geared toward those seeking ordination as ministers or pastors.
Our program includes various courses covering topics such as Old and New Testament studies, theology, church history, homiletics (preaching), pastoral care, counseling, and religious ethics. Students will also engage in practical components, such as fieldwork or internships, which allow them to gain hands-on experience in ministry.
In addition to coursework and practical experience, our Master’s in Divinity program requires students to complete a thesis or capstone project. This final assessment allows students to apply the knowledge and skills they have learned to a specific area of interest or to explore a particular issue in-depth.
Graduates of CGU’s Master’s in Divinity program will be equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue various roles in religious organizations. These roles may include pastoral ministry, chaplaincy, counseling, or teaching in religious institutions. Overall, the program will help our graduates make an impact in the world.
- Old Testament Studies: This course will provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the Old Testament, including its history, literature, and theology.
- New Testament Studies: This course will provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the New Testament, including its history, literature, and theology.
- Systematic Theology: This course will explore the fundamental beliefs and doctrines of Christianity, including the nature of God, the Trinity, and the Incarnation.
- Church History: This course will provide students with an understanding of the development of the Christian Church, including its historical, cultural, and social contexts.
- Homiletics: This course will provide students with practical skills for preaching and teaching in religious settings, including sermon preparation, delivery, and evaluation.
- Pastoral Care and Counseling: This course will give students the skills to provide adequate pastoral care and counseling to individuals and groups.
- Christian Ethics: This course will explore ethical issues related to Christianity, including social justice, human rights, and the environment.
- Missions and Evangelism: This course will explore the role of the Christian Church in global missions and evangelism, including strategies for sharing the Gospel and working with diverse cultures.
- Fieldwork and Practicum: This course will provide students with practical ministry experience through internships or other fieldwork opportunities, allowing them to apply their knowledge and skills in real-world settings.
- Thesis or Capstone Project: This final assessment will allow students to apply the knowledge and skills they have learned to a specific area of interest or to explore a particular issue in-depth.
Tuition for the M.Div is $200 per credit unit, $3,600 per year; $7,200 full program.