Master of Theology(Th.M.)

The Master of Theology degree program is designed to produce competent Bible expositors who are
equipped to serve God effectively as pastors, missionaries, professors or leaders in other areas of
vocational Christian ministry.
27
Credit Hours of
Original Languages
31
Credit Hours of
Ministry Training
18
Credit Hours of
Systematic Theology
21
Credit Hours of
Bible Exposition
Master of Arts Programs(M.A.)

The professional M.A. degree programs are earned in either two or three years. The programs provide
graduate-level, biblically and theologically focused education for those entering into a wide range of
Christian ministry.
Doctoral Programs(Ph.D., D.Min.)

The doctoral programs provide post-graduate education for individuals desiring to do ministry and
research at the highest level. The Doctor of Philosophy degree is designed for those who wish to
become scholars and educational leaders in various fields of ministry, while the Doctor of Ministry
program is designed to provide advanced training in vocational ministry.
Other Programs(M.A./BS, C.G.S., S.T.M.)

DTS offers four alternate programs of study that provide flexible graduate-level, biblical and
theological education with a focus on Christian laypersons who desire a short program of seminary
studies to equip them for effective ministry in the local church or elsewhere.