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The Master of Arts in Ministry will equip you with the practical skills you need for ministering in the 21st century. Students learn to engage the wider culture with the Gospel of Jesus Christ and lead relevant, effective church and non-profit ministries. The course of study includes a range of Bible, theology, and ministry leadership classes so graduates can feel confident in a well-rounded degree program that can be tailored to their own specific ministry context.
Grace Christian University intends that the information from this page complies with various state, federal, and accreditation requirements.
You will need the following to gain admission to Grace Christian University:
Master’s Programs – $460/credit hour
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Military Personnel (active duty, veterans, spouses, dependents 23 or under) – $250/credit hour
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Other Graduate Program Fees
Technology Fee – $100 (per semester)
Graduation Fee – $150
Common Careers include:
Students in the Online Master’s programs will be able to:
GEN 501M – Graduate Writing and Research
BIB 525 – Galatians & Romans
BIB 540 – Isaiah
MIN 515 – Communicating for Transformation
MIN 520 – Dynamics of Counseling
MIN 530 – Transformational Leadership
MIN 540 – Ministry & Culture
LEA 545 – Leading with Cultural Intelligence
MIN 550 – Practical Application of Pauline Theology
THE 540 – Contemporary Theology Perspectives
THE 560 – Studies in Dispensational Theology
CAP 595 – Graduate Studies Capstone
Every major at Grace Christian is focused on intertwining spiritual and academic growth. The school aims to develop passionate servants of Jesus that emphasize the integration of character transformation, ministry experience, and biblical truth.
Credit Hours: 3
This course is designed to give students the skills they need to complete successful written projects and research in graduate-level courses within the context of a biblical worldview. Students who pass this course will demonstrate proficiency in critical thinking, expressed through solid research and clear writing, which serves as the foundation for further studies in the University’s graduate programs.
Credit Hours: 3
Explores Pauline theology by way of an in-depth study of the Apostle Paul’s letters to the Galatians and Romans. Consideration will be given to theological questions generated by the New Perspective on Paul and relevant concerns of Dispensational Theology. (Cross-listed as BI or BIB 425 for undergraduate students in the 4+1 program.)
Credit Hours: 3
Explores the historical circumstances, literary features and theology of the book of Isaiah. Attention will be given to contemporary approaches to the book and use of the book in the New Testament. (Cross-listed as BIB 440 for undergraduate students in the 4+1 program.)
Credit Hours: 3
This course is designed to equip the student to respond biblically to a range of theological issues facing the 21st-century church. Issues include (but are not limited to): soteriology, biblical interpretation & authority, and the emergent/missional church, as well as differing theological perspectives that are influential in culture today. (Cross-listed as TH or THE 440 for undergraduate students in the 4+1 program.)
Credit Hours: 3
Presents the student with an intensive summary of the historic theological position of Grace Christian University, including critical examination and evaluation of the biblical, theological, and practical interests of dispensational theology.
Credit Hours: 3
An analysis of the skills, resources, methods, and spiritual dynamics of communication. The course will equip leaders with an understanding of various ways to communicate more effectively and persuasively, in order to facilitate life transformation.
Credit Hours: 3
Offers theological, psychological, and practical perspectives on the care of others. It includes analysis and application of principles related to beginning counseling skills, as well as an exploration of the strengths and challenges the student brings to the counseling process.
Credit Hours: 3
This course introduces students to the biblical foundations, principles, and practices of effective leadership. Students will further develop personal leadership skills, as well as create a working model of how to inspire change within a variety of ministry settings.
Credit Hours: 3
This course provides students with a theoretical and practical background for engaging culture. It examines a number of historic models of Christian cultural engagement and explores the validity of traditional and emerging models for ministry and mission.
Credit Hours: 3
Cultural Intelligence (CQ) is the capability to function effectively in a variety of cultural contexts. Students will examine literature and perspectives from the fields of anthropology, sociology, and organizational leadership as well as study cultural engagement in light of the biblical narrative. (Cross-listed as LEA 445 for undergraduate students in the 4+1 program.)
Credit Hours: 3
A study of Pauline theology with an emphasis on practical theology for spiritual formation, church practice, evangelism, and the mission of the church. Attention will be given to current trends in Pauline theology, as well as the importance of Paul’s letters for dispensational theology.
Credit Hours: 3
This course is a culmination of the graduate program including a closer examination of many of the distinctives of Grace Christian University. Students will reflect on the University’s core values and learning outcomes, especially as they applied to their graduate studies. Students will also look forward to completing a variety of learning activities appropriate to their degree. Prerequisite: The successful completion of all courses in the degree program.
Grace Christian University is accredited by both the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and by the Association for Biblical Higher Education (ABHE). ABHE is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education and has designated Grace Christian University as an institute of higher education in which the Bible is central and the development of Christian life and ministry is essential.
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Fill out the application form, and someone will reach out to you within minutes. No entrance exam needed.
You'll be assigned a personal advisor who will guide you. You may also contact our Enrollment Director.
Feel confident and prepared to impact the world for Christ.
The program will teach and develop graduate-level research, writing, critical thinking, leadership and communication skills. Beginning with the Program Seminar, the program is designed to acclimate students to graduate-level work and prepare them for the kind of reading, writing, and thinking skills they will need for the remainder of the program.
The application of constructivist learning theory puts the responsibility of learning in the hands of the students. Whenever possible, students will be allowed to choose what they will learn, how they will learn, and how they will assess their learning in terms of their ministry and professional goals.
As a fully online program, Graduate Studies at Grace Christian University adheres to the best practices of online education, including, but not limited to: online presence, creating a supportive online community, a variety of individual, small group, and large group learning experiences, and clear communication in the online environment.
Anyone who has completed a Bachelor's degree and is seeking quality Christian Higher Education. We offer tuition discounts for military personnel, alumni scholarships, and payment plans for cash paying students. Our program is excellent for those receiving tuition reimbursement from an employer as well as anyone seeking to utilize Federal Financial Aid.
Your professors have first hand knowledge working in their areas of instruction, along with advanced degrees and higher education experience. They are eager not just to instruct, but to guide you on your faith journey and pray for you throughout your time here. Their desire is to help you succeed and equip you for where God has called you.
Students in the Online Master's programs will be able to:
One course at a time, on your own time, in as little as 20 months. Students may enroll full-time or part-time and complete their coursework throughout the week at a time of day that is convenient for them.
Advance your career from the comfort of your own home.
Our online master’s degrees are designed for busy professionals who desire to advance their careers. Through our flexible classes, our professors will encourage and mentor you as you expand your current pursuits.
Experience a caring community.
Connect with professors and students who will come alongside you as you pursue higher education and growth in Christ. At Grace, we’re passionate about equipping and supporting you to serve the Lord and others in all that God has called you to do.
Strengthen your biblical foundation.
At Grace Christian University, the Word of God is taught, valued, and celebrated. Deepen your knowledge of God’s Word as you receive an education grounded in objective Biblical truth.
The Grace Experience.
As closely as possible, the Graduate Studies program will reproduce the experience of undergraduate students (On Campus and Online) in an authentic Grace Christian University experience, expressing the ethos, core values, and historic mission of the University. This includes the University’s commitment to being a Bible-centered institution, committed to our historic Grace theological position, which values transformative relationships and service to church and society.
View the “Academic Calendar” section in the Graduate Online Academic Catalog.
One-on-one coaching through the admissions process and the first class with your assigned Enrollment Advisor. Your advisor will want to know:
Your advisor will take this information seriously and provide tailored care as you get started with your degree.
Your goals and giftings are prioritized so they drive your success; this is opposed to a one-size fits all mentality & communication.
We take care of all class registration and your personalized education plan is created when you begin your program, so you are able to see all courses required until your graduate date.
No required log-in time (you log in throughout the week when it works best for your schedule!)
Students finish their online degrees in the same period as if they were attending an on-campus program.
Staff and faculty care about each student's eternal impact, which influences the care and resources we provide. Professors care and are easily accessible.
Low professor-to-student ratio:
All classes are taught from a biblical foundation, regardless of subject, with weekly devotions.
Low tuition for a private Christian education.
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