Master of Ministry

About the Master of Ministry (M.Min.) Degree

Cedarville’s online or on-campus M.Min. degree will prepare you for vocational leadership and ministry. The Master of Ministry online coursework features an innovative, relationship-rich, and theologically grounded approach. The program is ideal for those who are currently in ministry and want additional ministry training to enhance their service or those who have completed a degree in another field but are looking for biblical, theological, and practical skills for lay ministry. And there's never been a better time to take this next bold step in your ministry career — enroll in Cedarville's on-campus or online M.Min. program now, and your first class is free!

M.Min. Program Highlights

Biblical and practical — The perfect blend of biblical theology and practical application, leadership training and servant ministry, and classroom discussion and real-world experience.

Mentoring — An intentionally relationship-based approach with mentoring that begins during the student’s time in class and extends into ministry upon graduation.

Real-world experience — A robust internship experience is built into the program and will serve as a capstone for your coursework.

Flexible — Can be completed online or on-campus and full- or part-time to meet your specific needs.

Outcomes for M.Min. Graduates

The master’s in ministry degree is designed to give a broad range of ministry preparation for many ministry opportunities. Our M.Min. graduates are currently serving in a variety of roles ranging from senior pastor, campus pastor, and discipleship pastor to cross-cultural missionary and college ministry.

Opportunities for M.Min. Students

Students in the Master of Ministry have multiple opportunities to shape ministry philosophy and personal ministry skills.

Character Colloquium — Over the course of two semesters, students meet with the program director of the Master of Ministry program for a time of prayer and discussion related to ministry and life.

Internship — A six-hour internship is required upon completion of coursework. This robust exposure to practical ministry helps the student acquire ministry experience under the leadership of skilled ministers.