Online Master
of Ministry (MMin)
Degree
Our fully online Master of Ministry degree program equips students with the education, skills, and training necessary for serving in Christian ministry. The program combines practical application with academic study for a well-rounded, pragmatic education. The program is designed to meet the needs of those currently in ministry, pursuing ministry, or exploring bi-vocational ministry. It can be completed in as little as 11 months (19 months average) and is offered entirely online for the convenience of busy, working adults.
At Mount Vernon Nazarene University, we are proud to offer high-quality, affordable, and flexible degree programs. In addition to a competitive tuition rate, MVNU is also extending a $5,000 scholarship (awarded as $500 per class) to be applied to the total cost of the program to all new students!
Use MMin credits to also earn MDiv
A partnership between MVNU and Nazarene Theological Seminary will allow students to complete Master of Ministry (MMin) and Master of Divinity (MDiv) degrees with coursework that meets requirements for both programs, saving both time and money.
The Association of Theological Schools, a national accrediting body, allows students who finish graduate programs to transfer appropriate credit hours toward their next degree program. By identifying candidates prior to degree completion, MVNU can help students transfer 27 of the 30 hours of their MMin coursework toward the 76 hours required for NTS’s MDiv program.
MVNU and NTS will work collaboratively to ensure coursework meets proper requirements and is transferable between both institutions. In addition, faculty mentors will help MVNU students transition easily to their MDiv program at NTS. Students will have the benefit of learning from Biblical, theological, and pastoral scholars on their field and nationally.
Master of Ministry Highlights
A ministry master’s degree, especially one from an intentionally Christian university, can help you better serve and lead. Our accelerated online program can be completed anytime, anywhere.
Tuition & Cost
$498 per credit hour
Program Length
18 months*
Total Credit Hours
30
Curriculum
BIBL 6003
Biblical Hermeneutics
An examination of the principles underlying the interpretation of the various types of literature found in the Bible. Special emphasis is given to the exegesis of scriptural passages for preaching and teaching.
MINS 6003
The Pastor as a Person
This course provides students with an inquiry into self-understanding, personal spiritual growth, and goal development for the practice of ministry. Spiritual disciplines and their roles in the Christian formation of a minister will be discussed and applied. An introductory review of personality studies and its application to spiritual formation will also be employed. This course will focus on the tools and disciplines that lead one to Christ-likeness as the goal of spiritual formation.
THEO 6023
The Doctrine of Holiness
In this course, students will survey the biblical understanding of the doctrine of holiness, with specific attention paid to the understanding and application of the doctrine of holiness as expressed in the Church of the Nazarene and other traditions of the Holiness Movement. Also, the course seeks to empower students to clearly and biblically teach and preach the doctrine of holiness in ministry settings in a way that impacts individual and societal transformation for the Kingdom of God.
Curriculum stats/highlights
Courses
| Core Courses | Credit Hours |
| Ethical Issues in Ministry | 3 |
| The Church (Twenty-First Century) | 3 |
| Biblical Hermeneutics | 3 |
| The Pastor as a Person | 3 |
| Approaches to Preaching | 3 |
| Contemporary Theological Issues | 3 |
| The Doctrine of Holiness | 3 |
| Building Ministry Teams | 3 |
| Church Growth | 3 |
| Managing the Church | 3 |
| Total Program Hours | 30 |
How much will it all cost?
Tuition
$9,940**
*Program schedule and costs are subject to change and are provided for students during the enrollment process. Textbook costs are not factored into the overall cost of the program.
**Price reflects total cost after $5,000 scholarship for which all Master of Ministry students are eligible.
Credit Hours
30
Financial Aid
Apply for scholarships, loans, grants, and tuition reimbursement.
Careers
Graduates with a Master of Ministry degree go on to pursue meaningful careers as clergy members, counselors, and educators. They lead services, provide community support, and work to uphold the spiritual well-being of the organization they serve.
Possible job titles for MMin degree holders include the following:
- Director of Religious Education
- Pastor
- Youth Minister
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