About the Master of Divinity (MDiv) Degree
Why Pursue an MDiv at Cedarville?
Cedarville’s 79-hour, residential Master of Divinity (MDiv) program will prepare you for effective, God-honoring ministry in both local church and global contexts. Delivered within a vibrant Christian university setting, Cedarville’s MDiv coursework is wholly committed to biblical authority, the Great Commission, and equipping the next generation of leaders for the local church. You'll learn through a wealth of experiences — everything from lectures and coursework to mentorship, guided weekend ministries, internships, and more real-world, hands-on experiences. Depending on your future goals, you'll choose from these eight tracks to customize your MDiv:
- Academic Ministry
- Biblical Apologetics
- Biblical Care and Counseling*
- Missions
- Pastoral Ministry
- Women's Ministry
- Worship and Theology
- Youth and Family Ministry
*This track is not designed to meet all educational and experiential requirements for licensure as a counselor.
What Sets Cedarville Apart?
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Conservative Theology
Be equipped for ministry by professors committed to the authority of Scripture. -
Practical Ministry Experience
Mentoring, guided ministries, and internships are built into the program to equip you holistically to fulfill your high calling. -
Affordable
Affordable tuition and southwest Ohio's reasonable cost of living make Cedarville’s MDiv an affordable choice.
Program Overview
Program Format and Related Programs
Cedarville offers both graduate and undergraduate programs, with flexible completion options. You may also want to consider these related programs as you consider the degree or program that is a best fit for you.
Related Programs
- MDiv, Accelerated (BA + MDiv)
- MDiv, Advanced
- Biblical Studies
- Biblical Studies (Missions)
- Theological Studies (Master of Theological Studies)
- Preseminary Minor
- Women's Ministry Minor
- Biblical Studies (Youth and Family Ministries)
- Worship Leadership (Certificate)
- Worship and Theology (Master of Theological Studies)
- Biblical Leadership (Master of Theological Studies)
- Pre-MDiv Minor
Program Level and Format
- Graduate
Program Contacts
Trent Rogers, PhD
Dean of SBTS, Associate Professor of NT and GreekContact
- BTS 236
- 937-766-7455
Billy Marsh, PhD
Associate Professor of Theology, Director of MDiv ProgramsContact
- BTS 242
- 937-766-6534
Program News
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Better Together: Cedarville Launches the Synergy Initiative to Mobilize Disciples
To help students use their future professions to proclaim the Gospel, Cedarville University has launched the new Synergy Initiative to help solve a growing concern in the United States — the decline of churches and churchgoers. -
Visiting Professor Brings "Love for Students" to Cedarville University
Trevin Wax, vice president of research and resource development at the North American Mission Board, will serve as visiting professor at Cedarville University for the 2022-23 academic year. His role is effective August 1.