Study For the Church

We exist to train pastors and ministry leaders who give their lives to teaching, shepherding, and building up the local church.

Academics

Explore Our Programs

Choose from a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs to pursue your theological education and ministry goals.

Master’s Degrees

Prepare For the Church

From the MDiv to the Master of Arts, our master’s degrees provide a comprehensive foundation in biblical studies and theology, with courses and concentrations tailored for your unique ministry assignment.

Master of Divinity (MDiv)

The Master of Divinity is the flagship seminary degree, designed for those who want to be comprehensively equipped with biblical, theological, historical, and practical understanding.

Master of Theological Studies (MTS)

The Master of Theological Studies is designed for those who want to enrich their understanding of biblical and historic Christian doctrine and its application to the church and the world today.

Master of Biblical Studies (MBS)

The Master of Biblical Studies is designed for those who want to enrich their understanding of Scripture’s context and original languages.

Master of Applied Theology (MAT)

The Master of Applied Theology is designed for those who want to understand and employ biblical, theological, and practical knowledge in urgent ministry areas.

Master of Arts (MA)

The Master of Arts degrees at Midwestern prepare students for specialized Christian service in a variety of ministry settings.

Master of Christian Studies (MCS)

The Master of Christian Studies is designed for those who want to take a first step in advancing their ministry or who simply want to deepen their Christian walk.

Accelerate

Whether your calling is to pastoral ministry, biblical counseling, missions, christian education, or another ministry, there is an Accelerate degree track to equip you for a lifetime of ministry.

Advanced Standing

Why repeat yourself? Students applying for a master’s degree at Midwestern Seminary who have previously completed Bible or theology courses at the undergraduate level could reduce their degree time by one-third.

Doctoral Degrees

Complete Your Training

Whether you’re called to local church ministry, denominational service, or teaching in the academy, our doctoral programs will equip you with the high level of professional and theological competence required for leadership.

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Midwestern’s doctoral programs equip and train leaders for the church. They provide a high level of professional competence for ministry in the local Church, the marketplace, and the academy.

Doctor of Ministry (DMin)

Our Doctor of Ministry is a professional theological degree developing Christian leaders through doctoral-level instruction, research, and practice.

Doctor of Education (EdD)

Our Doctor of Education is a professional theological degree providing qualified students a high level of professional excellence in the area of educational leadership and practice.

Doctor of Educational Ministry (DEdMin)

Our Doctor of Educational Ministry is a professional theological degree providing qualified students a high level of professional excellence in the area of educational leadership and practice.

Master of Theology (ThM)

Our Master of Theology is offered to provide students with the advanced research skills they will need for additional graduate study, doctoral work, and other specialized types of ministry.

The Residency

Merge independent advanced theological research with cohort-based mentorship and oversight. Add intensive engagement with faculty and other theological leaders within our unique on-campus culture.

GLOBAL CAMPUS

Study Where You’re Called

Midwestern’s Global Campus provides online education for the Church and for the Kingdom, keeping you fully connected so you can get theological training without leaving your current ministry context.

For the Church Cohorts

100% Tuition Scholarship

For the Church Cohorts is a one-year program equipping residential master’s students through enhanced discipleship and focused study in one of seven distinct ministry areas. Plus, all cohort participants receive a 100% tuition discount in their first year.

Shepherds Fellowship

Focused on local church ministry, including planting and replanting, the Shepherds Fellowship cohort is led by Dr. Jared Bumpers and local ministry leaders.

Biblical Counseling

The Biblical Counseling cohort is led by Dr. Dale Johnson and staff of the Association of Certified Biblical Counselors.

Fusion Masters

Focused on missions, the Fusion Masters cohort is led by Dr. Joe Allen.

Women in Ministry and Scholarship

The Women in Ministry & Scholarship cohort is led by Mrs. Christy Allen and Dr. Leslie Umstattd.

Spurgeon Fellows

Focused on Church history and historical Theology, the Spurgeon Fellows cohort is led by Dr. Geoff Chang.

Theological Studies

Focused on systemic, historical, and applied theology, the Theological Studies cohort is led by Dr. Jason Duesing.

Biblical Studies

Focused on Old and New Testament and biblical theology, the Biblical Studies cohort is led by Dr. Tyler Sykora.

Spurgeon College

For the Kingdom

Your calling. His Kingdom.
Many people in our culture urge you to prioritize yourself first. We believe you were created for a greater Kingdom purpose: a meaningful life that brings hope to the world and gives glory to God.

International Degrees

Pursue Your Calling to the Nations

Midwestern offers multiple language-specific programs for non-English-speaking students.

한국부

미드웨스턴의 유학생 서비스 사무국(International Student Services Office)에서는 유학생 여러분들이 실천적 복음주의 신학의 수준높은 강의를 한국어로 수강할 수 있도록 유학생활을 돕고 있습니다.

中文研究部門

國際學生服務部門,是為中西部國際學生提供相關資訊和服務,幫助學生的學習經驗和屬靈成長。

Estudios en Español

La Oficina de Servicios para Estudiantes Internacionales atiende a los estudiantes internacionales al proporcionar información y servicios que respaldan su experiencia educativa.

Studii în limba română

Biroul de Servicii Internaționale de Studenți servește studenților internaționali prin furnizarea de informații și servicii care susțin experiența lor educațională.

Academics

Faculty For The Church

At Midwestern Seminary, you’ll find not only professors with solid educational backgrounds, but also men and women who have real-world experience ministering to the lost and proclaiming the Word as pastors, missionaries, associational leaders, and more.

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Degrees

Program Details

Compare our degree programs designed to equip you for your ministry calling.

Credit Hours
81
45
45
45
36
60
60
36
60
Number Of Concentrations
10
3
6
6
1
1
1
1
3
Average Time for Completion (Years)
4 yrs
2 yrs
2 yrs
2 yrs
2 yrs
2-3 yrs
2-3 yrs
1 yr
2-3 yrs
Available
Residential & Online
Residential & Online
Residential & Online
Residential & Online
Residential & Online
Residential & Online
Residential & Online
Residential & Online
Residential
Credit Hours
52
52
52
30
40
38
24
Number Of Concentrations
4
4
4
11
7
2
3
Average Time for Completion (Years)
4-5 yrs
4-5 yrs
4-5 yrs
3 yrs
4 yrs
4 yrs
2 yrs
Available
Residential & Modular
Residential & Modular
Residential & Modular
Residential & Fully Online
Residential
Residential
Residential & Online

Spurgeon College

For the Kingdom

At Spurgeon College, we’re committed to investing deeply in who you are and who God has called you to be. As a student at Spurgeon, you’ll experience firsthand an intentional and holistic approach to student care, from the classroom to the dorm room.

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Upcoming Classes

Explore a few select upcoming courses featuring our world-class faculty. Pursue your calling for the Church.

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Master's Course

Theology I

An introduction to the foundations of Christian theology.
The nature of theology, its methods, and its sources are discussed and assessed. Special attention is given to the doctrines of revelation, Scripture, and God.

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Doctoral Course

Advanced Biblical Hermeneutics

An advanced seminar in biblical hermeneutics designed to prepare students to develop skills and expertise in analyzing interpretive problems, bringing biblical and doctrinal resources to bear on such problems, investigating and developing solutions, and communicating solutions through writing, teaching, preaching, and other informational venues in Christian ministry and higher education.

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Online Course

Biblical Spirituality

An advanced study of biblical spirituality with attention given to its theological, personal, and pastoral dimensions.