Description

The Master of Divinity (MDiv) program is designed to prepare competent Bible expositors who are qualified to serve effectively as pastors or leaders in a variety of Christian ministries, and to prepare students to pursue advanced degrees such as the ThM, PhD, and DMin. The curriculum gives both a basic foundation for the work of the ministry and a balanced, well-rounded biblical and theological perspective.

Program Learning Outcomes

Admissions Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a recognized college or university
• GPA of 2.5 or higher for the Master of Arts in Biblical Studies and Master of Divinity degrees
• GPA of 2.0 or higher for the Master of Arts in Ministry degree
• Autobiographical essay giving testimony of salvation and reason for applying to the program
• Two letters of recommendation
• Read and sign the Student Doctrinal Statement and the Standards of Behavior statement
• Read and agree to respect the Faculty Doctrinal Statement
• Official transcripts from all previously attended schools
• Completed application with Carolina University

Degree Requirements

• The maximum time limit to complete the program is six years.
• A minimum of 36 credit hours must be completed at CU.
• Up to 50% of the required credit hours can be transferred.
• Graduation is contingent upon the completion of 72 hours of prescribed courses with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5, passing all courses in the curriculum, and having a C or better in professional core courses.