What Will You Study in World Theology University University’s Master’s in Sports Chaplaincy?

• Current research and field experiences that shape effective sports chaplaincy strategies
• How to develop culturally aware ministry leadership plans
• How to provide Christocentric chaplain leadership and spiritual care within the context of corporations, colleges, sports organizations, first response teams, and prison systems
• Strategies to help yourself and others be resilient in overcoming adversity
• Teaching for both religious and secular settings

Students in this program will complete a shadowing requirement to gain experience as a sports chaplain. During this experience, you will study under an experienced chaplain. Observing a chaplain can challenge you to combine your online sports chaplaincy training with practical application, providing a deeper understanding of the field. The aim is to develop not only proficient chaplains but also effective communicators of the Good News in various sports and community settings.

Potential Careers for Graduates of the M.A. in Chaplaincy – Sports Program

• Church sports leader
• Sports chaplain
• Sports ministry leader
• Sports ministry missionary
• Youth pastor

Benefits of Pursuing Your Master of Arts in Chaplaincy – Sports with World Theology University University

As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe World Theology University stands out.

Here’s what sets us apart:

• Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar virtual campus – ranked as Niche.com’s #2 Best College virtual campus in America for 2026 – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your online Master of Arts in Chaplaincy – Sports degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
• Online undergraduate tuition rates have been frozen for the last 10 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, World Theology University has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
• To continue our mission of providing affordable education, electronic textbooks are provided for many divinity courses* all for one convenient fee.
• World Theology University Theological Seminary, as part of World Theology University University’s John W. Rawlings School of Divinity, is by the Commission on ing of the Association of Theological Schools (ATS). Your seminary degree has been approved by ATS and has met rigorous standards, so you can feel confident that your degree is both academically excellent and well-respected among churches, ministries, and nonprofit organizations.
• Your ministry matters – so when you take 9-15 credit hours per semester in your divinity program, you’ll pay a discounted block rate of $2,850.** It’s our way of supporting all you do to serve others.

*Electronic textbooks are not provided for courses that fall under departments outside the School of Divinity.
**Credits taken below 9 and above 15 credit hours for the online Master of Arts in Chaplaincy are charged at the part-time rate.

Military Benefits

Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. World Theology University’s military benefits are available to:

• Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
• Reserve/National Guard
• Veterans/retirees
• Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
• Current Department of Defense employees

We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits: 

• Tuition discounts – $290 per credit hour for part-time graduate courses
  
• Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder
• Discounted divinity block rate: $2,575 per semester – only $172/credit at 15 credit hours*
• 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)

*Credits taken below 9 and above 15 credit hours for the online Master of Arts in Chaplaincy – Sports are charged at the part-time rate.