Graduate Certificates are 24-credit masters-level programs that allow students to go deeper in faith and ministry without pursuing a full master’s degree. All courses taken in graduate certificate programs can be transferred into a master’s program.
The Master of Arts programs at WBS are 50 credit hours each. These programs are ideal for someone who does not intend to pursue an MDiv but wants advanced certification in the areas of Bible, theology, and Christian ministry.
The Master of Divinity programs at WBS range from 78-85 credit hours.The MDiv prepares students for advanced pastoral ministry, chaplaincy, teaching, or further education.The MDiv offers comprehensive preparation for vocational ministers.
This Doctor of Ministry is a professional in-ministry doctorate that offers advanced ministerial education to experienced pastors and other Christian workers. The DMin is designed for students in vocational ministry.
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Students pursuing a Graduate Certificate, MA, or MDiv can all apply for the Endowed-Academic scholarship at WBS. This scholarship varies by credit enrolled and cumulative GPA.
Prospective students must have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with at least a 2.5 GPA.
In the admissions process, you will provide three references to attest to your character. You will also need to submit a written testimony. Click here to start an application.
Due to the prohibitive cost of pursuing an education in the United States, we encourage most international students to consider applying for the Shepherd Project scholarship. This scholarship is a full-tuition scholarship available only to students in the Majority World.
In almost all cases, WBS will accept degrees from institutions with accreditation recognized by the government of the county in which the institution operates. Contact the admissions department to find out more.
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