Wake Forest University

What you'll study

The programme combines core biblical, theological, historical and ministry courses with electives and a capstone. Required and typical course components listed in the plan of study include:

• BIB 521 Old Testament Interpretation (3 credit hours)
• BIB 541 New Testament Interpretation (3 credit hours)
• BIB Biblical Studies Electives (6 credit hours)
• HIS 501 History of Christianity (3 credit hours)
• THS 501 Christian Theologies in Context (3 credit hours)
• THS 521 or 522 Foundations of Christian Ethics OR Introduction to Theological Ethics (3 credit hours)
• CDS 501 Social and Cultural Analysis (3 credit hours)
• MIN 501 Art of Ministry (3 credit hours)
• MIN 511 Practical Theologies for Social Change (3 credit hours)
• MIN 602 Internship Reflection Seminar (3 credit hours)
• MIN 705 Integrative Capstone (credit hours as listed)
• Spirituality Elective (3 credit hours)
• Interfaith Dialogue Elective (3 credit hours)
• General Electives (30 credit hours)

The programme encourages experiential learning through internships and an integrative capstone; past course schedules and further descriptions are available via the school's Academic Resources and Academic Bulletin.

Entry requirements

The publicly available page does not list specific admissions criteria. Prospective applicants should consult Wake Forest School of Divinity admissions materials for prerequisites, application components, and deadlines.

Career prospects

Graduates typically pursue ordained and lay leadership in churches, chaplaincy, nonprofit and community ministry, or continue to advanced theological or professional study. The program’s practical training and internship reflection seminar are intended to prepare students for ministry contexts locally and globally.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

The source text does not specify scholarships or funding; applicants should review Wake Forest University and School of Divinity financial aid pages for available fellowships, scholarships, assistantships, and loan options.