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.
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Program News
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New Accelerated MBA Partnership for Cedarville, Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Cedarville University has announced a new partnership with Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and Spurgeon College. -
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.