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Scott Wenig, PhD
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Earn a Master of Divinity Fully Online
Denver Seminary’s fully online Master of Divinity (MDiv) degree is fully accredited, engaging, and interactive. At just 79 credit hours, the online MDiv brings the same distinctives that have defined Denver Seminary for over 70 years. Its rigorous curriculum is rooted in a robust theological framework engineered for the real-world. Students can expect material that speaks into their current ministry context.
Our online environment is structured for flexibility and total virtual engagement, so the pursuit of your MDiv doesn’t mean you have to uproot your life. Opportunities for training and mentoring are also integrated without the need to relocate.
If you need a learning environment designed for flexibility, yet vibrant with interactive structure, then look no further than the fully online MDiv. Request more information about this fully online degree.
Why should I pursue my MDiv?
An MDiv is commonly seen as one of the broadest and deepest preparation tools for life in ministry and more. Historically, Denver Seminary’s MDiv has upheld a rigorous legacy built on biblical bedrock with robust theological training. The online MDiv translates these same ethics through course content that’s outcome based. This means online students can expect an education inspired from challenges they’re facing in their current context.
What will I study?
The MDiv degree program consists of 61 credits of core curriculum that includes essential courses on biblical studies, Christian thought, ministry leadership, mentored formation, and biblical languages. Additionally, as a student in the MDiv program, you have 18 credits of open electives – you can keep your studies focused by declaring no concentration or you can choose from four optional concentrations to tailor your studies based on vocational interests.
Optional concentrations available fully online:
How many credit hours is the Fully Online Master of Divinity?
79 credit hours
How long does it take to complete this degree?
3 years (full-time study)
What Courses Will I Take?
See each course you will take in these programs by reviewing our degree worksheet and academic catalog:
Degree Worksheet / Academic Catalog
What are common career opportunities?
The MDiv program prepares men and women to serve and lead in a variety of ministry roles such as pastors, missionaries, church planters, chaplains, and parachurch ministry staff. The degree is also for those seeking positions that require ordination or for those who plan to go on to doctoral-level studies. Alumni of our MDiv program have gone on to serve in a broad range of ministry contexts such as Wycliffe Bible Translators USA, Campus Crusade for Christ (Cru), the United States Air Force, and local churches across the country.
Who should pursue an online MDiv degree?
- People working ministry professionals needing a flexible learning schedule
- Stay-at-home parents looking to start seminary without relocating
- Recent graduates needing more training for ministry aspirations
- Pastor, chaplains, missionaries, church planters
- Aspiring doctoral students
Program Entrance Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited undergraduate institution
- Cumulative undergraduate GPA of at least 2.5
- Completion of the application for admission and all required application documents
For more information about this degree program, please contact the Admissions Office or call 303.762.6937.