Divinity (M.Div.)

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Admission to the master of divinity (M.Div.) program requires a bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution. The M.Div. prepares students for ministry leadership roles in churches and other ministry and missions endeavors. This degree requires at least 87 credits, with not less than two-thirds of these credits being completed at Samford. A minimum GPA of 2.00 is required.

Divinity: 87 Credits

Biblical Studies: 30 Credits

Historical and Doctrinal Studies: 21 Credits

Spiritual and Pastoral Formation Studies: 24 Credits

Electives: 12 Credits

Total Required Credits: 87

*Core Courses: These classes, which constitute 21 hours of the 87 required for graduation, must be taken by students entering in the fall semester in their first two semesters and summer school, and by students entering in the spring semester in their first three semesters and summer school. The core constitutes foundational courses, all of which are prerequisites for subsequent classes.