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ACU's Graduate School of Theology programs are offered online and on-campus, designed to allow you to balance work, life, and other commitments. As an ACU student, you are part of a vibrant Christ-centered community.  

THEOLOGY PROGRAMS

Abilene Christian University’s Graduate School of Theology programs combine the study of the Christian faith and the development of strong leadership skills to prepare you for a rewarding career in youth and family ministry, religious history, and global mission work. A theology degree at ACU teaches you how to ask powerful questions and gain wisdom and insight in pursuit of truth. Faculty are world-renowned scholars and teach from their faith and professional experience to equip you with the skills of ministry and scholarship, serving as mentors and offering models of success to inspire you in your career.

ACU’s Graduate School of Theology is accredited by the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools, an organization of more than 250 graduate schools that conduct post-baccalaureate professional and academic degree programs to educate people for the practice of ministry and for teaching and research in theological disciplines. 

Graduate Certificate in Practical Ministry

ACU’s Graduate Certificate in Practical Ministry helps you further strengthen the foundation of your faith and prepares you to share that message through ministry leadership. This program allows you to study a specific area of ministry to help you become a proactive minister in the church, in your community, and in mission work. Learn More.

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Master of Christian Ministry

ACU’s Master of Christian Ministry degree equips you to serve and lead local churches and nonprofit organizations. This program gives you a deep understanding of the Christian faith and its history, preparing you to engage effectively in youth and family ministry, children’s ministry, and education ministry. You can personalize your degree to match your particular ministry passions and interests in areas such as ministerial leadership, ministry and Bible, student and family ministry and spiritual formation. Learn More.

Master of Divinity

The Master of Divinity at ACU prepares you for vocational ministry through the art of preaching. This program gives you a firm grounding in scripture, history and theology, and helps you integrate these teachings into cultural context. The coursework trains you to be a leader and to help equip the church for various ministries and mission work. Learn More.

Master of Theological Studies

The Master of Theological Studies at ACU offers you a deep foundational understanding of biblical studies, theology, and Christian history. The coursework prepares you for doctorate-level work and provides advanced study of other theological disciplines if your aspirations do not include professional ministry. This degree program prepares you to pursue a future career within private academies, in specialized ministry areas, or at research-based universities. Learn More.

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