Liberty University Online
LIberty Theological Seminary and Graduate School
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Liberty is the world’s largest evangelical university, and is ranked #3 in the nation of all online universities by the Online Education Database for 2008. With a population of over 35,000 students from around the world, more than 25,000 of those study online. We are committed to providing students with core values and the highest quality education in a distinctly Christian environment. More than 30 degree programs are offered.
Doctor of Ministry
Liberty University's Doctor of Ministry program is designed to strongly enhance the knowledge, skills, and techniques used in the practice of ministry. Courses provide students with intensive study in scriptures, developing a deeper understanding of biblical principles and strategies in order to effectively serve in a variety of pastoral roles. Through this program, students are given the opportunity to interact with a variety of recognized church leaders to increase their vision and deepen understanding of the purpose and goals in ministry. The degree is well-suited for pastors, missionaries, and other church leaders seeking the opportunity for professional and personal growth.
Liberty University provides the following online programs in religion:
Why Choose Liberty University? 
Academic Excellence: At Liberty, our commitment to excellence shows in the quality of our academic programs. Choose from more than 60 areas of study - from business to music, communication to pre-med, as well as nursing, aviation, biblical studies, and more.
The Liberty Difference: Liberty's professors integrate a Christian worldview into every subject area. This biblical foundation is the cornerstone upon which we build academic excellence. Our faculty hold degrees from more than 400 colleges and universities. They join Liberty only after completing a rigorous interview process that confirms a born-again relationship with Christ, a clear understanding of the Purpose and Aims of Liberty, and a commitment to teaching excellence.
Flexibility and Speed : Liberty's online program offers structure but is flexible enought to allow you to study at your own pace. All testing is done online to work with your schedule. In addition, the 8-week courses allow you to accelerate the completion of your degree.
Affordability : Tuition is one of the lowest in the nation when compared with other resident and online universities. We accept financial aid and offer a variety of payment options.
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Religion - Associate of Arts
Liberty University's Associate of Arts in Religion program provides you with a solid foundation from which to understand the fundamentals of the Bible, Christianity, Christian theology, and the Christian church, with the goal to train you for effective ministry. You will gain understanding of the origin and contents of the Bible, and will be equipped to use the Bible in dealing with contemporary issues in ministry, developing excellent oral and written communication skills that are key to effectively communicating in both personal and professional ministry environments.
The Associate of Arts in Religion degree serves as an excellent stepping stone toward earning a Bachelor of Science in Religion, which is also offered online through Liberty's Distance Learning Program. >> Request Information
Religion - Bachelor of Science 
Liberty University's Bachelor of Science in Religion program provides you with a solid foundation from which to understand the fundamentals of the Bible, Christianity, Christian theology, and the Christian church. Additionally, you will gain a rich understanding of the origin and contents of the Bible, and will grasp its importance to the Christian faith. You will be equipped to use the Bible in dealing with contemporary issues in ministry, developing excellent oral and written communication skills that are key to effectively communicating in both personal and professional ministry environments. Graduates of this program are fully prepared for a wide range of church ministry positions, as well as advanced studies at the graduate or seminary level.
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Religion - Master of Arts
Liberty Theological Seminary's Master of Arts in Religion program provides students with intensive study in the scriptures and the essential truths of the Christian faith. This program is geared toward individuals seeking an introductory graduate degree in religion, providing students with a solid foundation from which to understand the fundamentals of the Bible, Christianity, Christian theology, and the Christian church. Courses are well-suited for pastors, Christian educators, informed lay leaders, and pastors' wives who wish to have a firm scriptural undergirding for service in a supportive role in their local church. >> Request Information
Christian Leadership - Master of Arts
Liberty Theological Seminary's Master of Arts in Christian Leadership program prepares men and women to serve the church in a variety of leadership positions. Courses provide students with a solid understanding of biblical leadership principles and strategies, equipping them to effectively serve in leadership positions. The degree is grounded in a core of specialized courses that provide students with an in-depth biblical foundation to supply the values, knowledge, and skills needed to effectively serve in church ministry. >> Request Information
Divinity - Master of Arts
Liberty Theological Seminary's Master of Divinity program is the standard professional degree for ministry. Specifically designed to help men and women prepare for professional Christian ministry in local church and para-church settings, this program provides students with in-depth study of biblical leadership principles and strategies, and intensive study in the scriptures and essential truths of the Christian faith. Emphasis is placed on understanding and utilizing the core values, knowledge, and skills needed to effectively serve in a variety of pastoral roles. This degree program is also well-suited for students looking to meet the requirements to serve as military chaplains for certain branches of the armed services. >> Request Information
Evangelism and Church Planting - Master of Arts
Liberty Theological Seminary’s Master of Arts in Evangelism and Church Planting program prepares students to serve the church as staff and leaders for ministry in evangelism and church planting. This program is specifically suited to individuals who are seeking to lead in church planting, localized evangelism, and church growth. Specialized courses provide students with in-depth, biblical training to supply the values, knowledge, and skills needed to effectively serve the church in an evangelistic-specific capacity. >> Request Information
Ministry - Doctor
Liberty Theological Seminary’s Doctor of Ministry program provides students with opportunities to sharpen their ministry skills. The program aims at helping men and women develop a deeper understanding of biblical principles and strategies in order to effectively serve in a variety of pastoral roles. Through courses, students are given the opportunity to interact with a variety of recognized church leaders to increase their vision and deepen understanding of the purpose and goals in ministry. The degree is well-suited for pastors, missionaries, and other church leaders seeking the opportunity for professional and personal growth. >> Request Information
Pastoral Counseling - Master of Arts 
Liberty Theological Seminary's Master of Arts in Pastoral Counseling program prepares students to serve as staff servant-leaders involved in non-professional counseling of church members and others in a variety of ministry settings, including churches, rescue missions, and shelters. Courses provide students with a strong understanding of biblical counseling principles and strategies in order to better meet the needs of others. This degree program is well-suited for students looking to meet the requirements to serve as military chaplains for certain branches of the armed services. It may also assist students seeking professional licensure as a counselor, although it does not meet licensure requirements alone. >> Request Information
Sacred Theology - Master
Liberty Theological Seminary’s Master of Sacred Theology program provides advanced training beyond the Master of Divinity for individuals called to service in full-time Christian ministry. Courses provide students with intensive study in areas of theology and apologetics, equipping students to understand the deeper elements of the Christian faith, as well as how they relate to contemporary issues faced today by the Christian church. Through coursework, research, and logical and critical writing, students are supplied with the values, knowledge, and skills needed to effectively serve in a variety of ministry-related roles. >> Request Information
Theological Studies - Master of Arts
Liberty Theological Seminary's Master of Arts in Theological Studies program is geared toward individuals seeking an introductory graduate degree in religion for service in a supportive role in their local church. Courses include surveys of the Old and New Testament and systemic theology, providing students with a solid foundation from which to understand the fundamentals of the Bible, Christianity, Christian theology, and the Christian church. This program is well-suited for pastors, Christian educators, informed lay leaders, and pastors' wives.
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Worship Studies - Master of Arts
Liberty Theological Seminary's Master of Arts in Worship Studies program is designed to equip worship leaders to better serve the church as skilled, passionate leaders of worship, equipped to fit the needs of today's post-modern culture. This specialized program allows students to study and practice context-specific Biblical and theological competencies in worship and worship theories practical to the local church. Students will receive comprehensive training in qualitative and quantitative research methods, developing knowledge and expertise to function in a variety of worship cultures and contexts within the evangelical community. Courses are taught by today's top Christian leaders in worship music, song writing, and arranging. Instructors include Al Denson (worship leader/CCM artist/songwriter), Rick Muchow (worship pastor, Saddleback Community Church), Todd Bell (worship pastor/producer, Prestonwood Baptist Church), and Mark Harris (worship leader/song writer/band member of 4Him).
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Marketplace Chaplaincy - Master of Arts
Liberty University's Master of Arts in Marketplace Chaplaincy program prepares servant leaders to be wise, faithful stewards of the gospel, developing very specific ministry skills, strategies, and Christian character traits relevant for successful ministery in an institutional chaplaincy setting. Students will examine the theological and cultural issues of a formal and informal ministry setting. Students will observe the similarities and differences among the various types of chaplaincies, giving careful attention to ministry in religiously pluralistic, multicultural, and multi-staff environments. Some of these settings may include corrections/prisons, geriatric/eldercare homes, emergency response arenas, hospitals, and workplace/industrial settings. >> Request Information
Religious Education - Master of Arts
Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary's Master of Religious Education program is the professional theological degree in Christian education and discipleship ministries, and is well-suited for individuals seeking a broad, foundational graduate degree in church ministry. This program is designed to equip men and women called by God to serve as professional Christian workers in such capacities as associate pastor, discipleship pastor, and small group pastor, as well as other positions that require a general knowledge of church educational programs and discipleship ministries. >> Request Information
Religious Education / Chaplaincy - Master of Arts
Liberty University's Master of Religious Education degree program, with a specialization in Chaplaincy, prepares you to become a military chaplain or servant leader. As a student in the MRE program, you will be trained to be a wise, faithful steward of the gospel, and develop specific ministry skills, strategies, and Christian character traits relevant for successful ministery in a military or institutional chaplaincy setting. In this program, you will examine the theological and cultural issues relevant for formal and informal chaplaincy settings. You will also observe the similarities and differences among the various types of chaplaincies, giving careful attention to ministry in religiously pluralistic, multicultural, and multi-staff environments. Some of these settings may include service as a military chaplain, or in corrections/prisons, geriatric/eldercare homes, emergency response arenas, hospitals, and workplace/industrial settings.
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Theology and Apologetics - Doctor of Philosophy
The Doctor of Philosophy in Theology and Apologetics will prepare professional scholars and Christian community leaders at the highest level of scholarship. Graduates will be prepared to serve as faculty in academic institutions and as scholars and theologically and biblically informed leaders for the church and community. The program is set within the context of a conservative evangelical academic community in which students are challenged to develop the cognitive skills requisite to a rigorous interaction with biblical, theological, historical, and philosophical understanding necessary for a self-conscious, critical, and Christian response to the world. In this setting, students will have the opportunity to become part of a community of scholars in which they can develop the concomitant skills necessary for relational and professional competence. The PhD will further encourage students to explore the moral and ethical dimensions of their chosen field of study. Moverover, the program is designed to inculcate sensitivity to others and a concern for world evangelization through a vigorous defense of the gospel and a lifestyle of personal integrity and responsible scholarship. >> Request Information
Liberty University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award associate, bachelors, masters, and doctoral degrees
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