Evangel University-College of Online Learning

What you'll study

Coursework typically covers core disciplines of seminary education: biblical exegesis and hermeneutics, systematic and historical theology, pastoral care and counseling, homiletics (preaching), church history, ethics, and practical ministry skills such as leadership, administration, and discipleship. Learning combines academic study with practical placements, supervised ministry experience, and reflective formation aimed at integrating faith and practice.

Entry requirements

Applicants are normally expected to hold a recognised bachelor’s degree and to demonstrate academic readiness for graduate theological study. Admissions commonly require academic transcripts, a personal statement of vocational goals and spiritual journey, letters of recommendation, and a background check or pastoral endorsement when relevant. Programmes may also assess readiness through interview or entrance essays and may set language requirements for biblical languages training.

Career prospects

Graduates commonly move into roles such as senior or associate pastor, youth or campus minister, chaplaincy in healthcare or military settings, denominational leadership, church planting, and nonprofit faith-based organisations. The M.Div. also provides foundation for further academic work (e.g., ThM or PhD) and equips graduates for teaching in congregational or vocational training contexts.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

Financial support for M.Div. students often includes institutional scholarships, tuition discounts for ministry candidates, work-study placements, and denominational grants or sponsorships. Prospective students should explore scholarships tied to ministerial placement, application-based awards, and external funding from denominational bodies or faith-based foundations; planning a budget that includes potential part-time ministry work or assistantships can reduce overall cost.