Wondering which program is right for you? Compare each degree below to find the right academic fit.
New Geneva’s Master of Divinity is our flagship vocational degree — a comprehensive, professional program designed to equip individuals for both the pastorate and other gospel ministries. Across 100 credit hours you will build a thorough foundation in Scripture, systematic and historical theology, and the original biblical languages of Hebrew and Greek. It is the standard preparation for ordained ministry, pairing rigorous academic study with practical formation in preaching, pastoral care, counseling, and the leadership of Christ’s church.
The Master of Theology advances students beyond the M.Div., deepening their comprehension of Scripture and sharpening the exegetical skills required for teaching and scholarship. This focused, research-driven program consists of five graduate seminars and a defended research thesis, with reading proficiency in a research language. It is ideal for those preparing to teach, to pursue doctoral studies, or to serve the church with refined theological precision and depth.
The Master of Arts in Christian Ministry is a rigorous program designed to equip non-ordained lay leaders for faithful service and robust biblical teaching. Without the full ordination track of the M.Div., it still provides a serious theological foundation for elders, deacons, teachers, missionaries, and dedicated ministry volunteers. Students grow in their grasp of Scripture and doctrine while developing the practical competence to lead and teach with confidence in their local congregations.
Our affordable Doctor of Ministry is an advanced professional degree designed to enhance the knowledge and sharpen the skills of actively serving pastors. As a terminal degree, it deepens competence through eight intensive one-week courses, guided reflection on real pastoral practice, and a culminating dissertation project. It is built for those already in the field who long to grow as thoughtful, effective shepherds without stepping away from the work to which they are called.
The Certificate of Biblical Studies provides foundational, theological training for believers seeking to deepen their faith, prepare for missions, or explore seminary coursework. It offers an accessible on-ramp to serious study, covering the core of biblical and theological knowledge without the commitment of a full degree program. Many students use it to satisfy mission-agency requirements, strengthen their teaching in the local church, or test a call to ministry before pursuing a master’s degree. It is also a meaningful path for personal spiritual growth and lifelong discipleship.
| Degree | Credit Hours | Total Courses | Biblical Languages | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Master of Divinity M.Div · Master’s |
100 | 46 | Yes | Vocational degree |
Master of Theology Th.M · Master’s |
30 | 6 | Not Required | M.Div required |
Master of Arts in Christian Ministry MACM · Master’s |
48 | 19 | Not Required | Ideal for church laity |
Doctor of Ministry D.Min · Doctoral |
30 | 9 | Not Required | Dissertation required |
Certificate of Biblical Studies Cert · Certificate |
26 | 13 | Not Required | Ideal for church laity |
The Master of Arts in Christian Ministry (MACM) and the Certificate programs are built for ruling elders, deacons, missionaries, and teachers. These tracks equip you with a foundation for ministry, ensuring that those serving in the boardroom or on the mission field are as grounded as those in the pulpit.
The Master of Divinity (M.Div.) and Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.) form the backbone of our curriculum. These degrees provide the rigorous training in biblical languages, homiletics, and pastoral care for those in ministry.
The Master of Theology (Th.M.) is designed for the student who desires to go further. As a post-graduate degree, it allows for specialized research in historical or systematic theology.
New Geneva offers four graduate degrees: the Master of Divinity (M.Div.), the Master of Theology (Th.M.), the Master of Arts in Christian Ministry (MACM), and the Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.). Additionally, New Geneva offers a Certificate in Biblical Studies (CBS). Students who do not wish to pursue a full degree are welcome to audit individual courses.
Yes. All degree programs at New Geneva can be completed via distance learning without relocating. A standard Master of Divinity typically takes 3 to 4 years of dedicated study. Master of Arts tracks can often be completed in 2 years. The Doctor of Ministry runs in concentrated one-week intensive sessions that accommodate an active ministry schedule.
New Geneva Theological Seminary holds to the inerrancy, inspiration, and authority of the Bible and affirms the Westminster Confession of Faith and the Westminster Larger and Shorter Catechisms. The seminary stands in the historic Reformed, Presbyterian theological tradition and trains students from the PCA, OPC, RCUS, URCNA, and other confessional Reformed and evangelical bodies.
New Geneva charges $300 per credit hour for all Master's-level programs. Total degree costs: M.Div. (100 credit hours) $30,000; MACM (48 credit hours) $14,400; Th.M. (30 credit hours) $9,000; D.Min. (30 credit hours) $9,000; Certificate in Biblical Studies (26 credit hours) $7,800. A senior discount of $265 per credit hour applies for students aged 55 and older.
New Geneva Theological Seminary is an affiliate member of the Association of Reformed Theological Seminaries (ARTS). Acceptance of any degree for ordination is determined by the student's local church court - presbytery, classis, or session. New Geneva's M.Div. curriculum is rigorously designed to meet standard ordination requirements for Teaching Elders in Reformed and evangelical denominations.
New Geneva operates on a rolling admissions basis with no fixed application deadlines. Submitting a complete application at least 30 days before the intended semester start is recommended to ensure placement.
New Geneva intentionally keeps tuition at $300 per credit hour - well below the cost of traditional residential seminaries - as its primary method of financial assistance. Institutional scholarships are evaluated case-by-case, prioritizing students with demonstrable financial need or unique ministry contexts. Local churches and sessions are strongly encouraged to partner with prospective leaders to help subsidize their training. Scholarship applications become available upon admission.
The Master of Divinity (M.Div., 100 credit hours) is New Geneva's flagship degree and the standard credential for ordination in Reformed and evangelical denominations. It includes comprehensive training in biblical Hebrew, biblical Greek, systematic theology, church history, homiletics, and pastoral ministry. The Master of Arts in Christian Ministry (MACM, 48 credit hours) is designed for ruling elders, deacons, missionaries, and church leaders who need rigorous theological grounding without full pastoral ordination preparation. Credits earned in the MACM transfer fully toward the M.Div. if a student later pursues ordination.
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