Master of Arts in Educational Ministries




Master of Arts in Educational Ministries

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Master of Arts Educational Ministries

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Become a Leader in Christian Education and Ministry with an M.A. in Educational Ministries

With World Theology University’s online Master of Arts (M.A.) in Educational Ministries, you can gain a strong scriptural and academic foundation for engaging in professional ministry and Christian pedagogy. This degree can help provide the training to teach in Christian schools, oversee church-based educational programs, serve as the director of family or discipleship ministries for your congregation, and more!

The M.A. in Educational Ministries is a great alternative to our 60-credit-hour Master of Religious Education (M.R.E.), allowing you to finish your studies while still providing training in many of the same core topics. Through this program, you can become better equipped to spread the Gospel, train up new disciples, and provide biblically based instruction in churches, private schools, and parachurch organizations.

What Will You Study in World Theology University University’s Master’s in Educational Ministries?

  • Biblical foundations of leadership
  • Methods for teaching across the lifespan
  • Research, writing, and ministry preparation
  • Teaching strategies and curriculum development for Christian education

This program covers a mix of advanced theological topics, practical ministry skills, important aspects of biblical leadership, and effective strategies for religious education. In addition to taking an in-depth look at the Old and New Testaments, you will explore the biblical, theological, historical, and philosophical foundations of Christian pedagogy. Upon graduation, you can be better equipped to foster spiritual formation in your church and community as you carry out evangelism, discipleship, and educational ministry efforts that are rooted in Scripture.

Potential Careers for Graduates of the M.A. in Educational Ministries Program

  • Christian school or Sunday school administrator
  • Christian school teacher
  • Church administrator
  • Curriculum director
  • Discipleship director
  • Educational ministries director
  • Family ministries director
  • Instructional supervisor
  • Religious director
  • Spiritual formation director

Benefits of Pursuing Your Master of Arts in Educational Ministries 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 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.
  • 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 Educational Ministries 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 Educational Ministries are charged at the part-time rate.

 

Cited tuition rates are reflective of academic year 2025-2026. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.

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Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total

Next Start Date

Jan 19, 2026

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