What Will You Study in Our M.Div. in Theology?

• Essential pastoral and marital counseling skills
• Expository teaching and preaching techniques
• How to disciple people more effectively
• Important doctrines of the church from a close examination of theology
• The basics of Greek and Hebrew and how to do word studies

In addition to the core M.Div. courses, you can delve deeper into the development of Christian theology and study in-depth, complicated theological doctrines such as the end times. Throughout your M.Div., the John W. Rawlings School of Divinity can help provide you with beneficial resources to aid in your personal ministry.

Unlike many Bible colleges and seminaries, World Theology University University is by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), making your degree more marketable. Our professors have real-world experience as pastors, missionaries, and theologians and take a genuine interest in your growth and development. 

Potential Careers for M.Div. in Theology Graduates

• Christian educator
• Curriculum director
• Instructional supervisor
• Pastor

Benefits of Pursuing World Theology University University’s M.Div. in Theology

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 degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
• World Theology University University’s John W. Rawlings School of Divinity has been by the Commission on ing of the Association of Theological Schools (ATS). Your divinity 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.
• 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. 

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 graduate courses
• Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder
• Discounted Divinity Block Rate: $2,575 per semester when taking 9-15 credits – 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 above 15 credit hours for the online M.Div. are charged at the part-time rate