Prepare for a lifetime of worship leadership with an online graduate worship degree from Cedarville.
Is it time for a bold step that will deepen your knowledge, skill, and passion for leading worship?
Deciding to pursue the online Master of Arts in Worship and Theology at Cedarville is a great next step to prepare for a lifetime of worship leadership. Cedarville's one-year, all-online worship graduate programs will equip you with biblical knowledge and practical skills to be an effective worship leader for God's glory.
For those who prefer a shorter experience, start with the Graduate Certificate in Worship Leadership — just four classes. When completed, you'll have one-third of the master's degree finished and can move seamlessly to the full degree program if desired.
The graduate worship programs are offered as a collaboration between the Cedarville University School of Biblical and Theological Studies and Department of Music and Worship.
Areas of Study:
Online:
- MA in Worship and Theology
- Graduate Certificate in Worship Leadership
Residential:
- BA in Worship
What You Can Expect From Cedarville's Ministry Program
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Conservative Theology
All of our graduate ministry programs area build on the solid foundation of Scripture. Gain the skills you need to lead and serve Christ wherever He leads.
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Accelerated
Earn your master's degree quickly with Cedarville University. Our accelerated worship graduate programs can be completed in 9 months to 2 years.
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Affordable
Cedarville's online worship degrees are affordably priced and offer the flexibility to pursue your degree at your pace.
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Convenient
All graduate worship courses are offered in an online format so that you can complete your studies while working.
From Our Students:
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I wanted a program that is grounded in rich theology and would give me the tools and feedback necessary to lead music excellently. The program gives a strong theological foundation for why we sing and Whom we sing to while also providing training on how to implement that foundational knowledge into a local church or ministry context.
Ashlynn Robinette, Worship and Theology ’23 
Why Pursue a Graduate Ministry Degree at Cedarville?
With strong biblical theology and practical application, Cedarville’s graduate ministry programs will equip you for effective lay or vocational ministry.
Master of Arts in Worship and Theology (online):
- Biblical knowledge and practical worship skills for effective worship ministry
- Offered in partnership with the Department of Music and Worship
- 36 credit hours that can be completed in one year
Cedarville also offers these outstanding ministry-focused degrees:
Master of Divinity (residential):
- Three accelerated completion options, including a 5-year BA to MDiv, offer lower costs and a quicker pathway to ministry.
- Eight specializations equip you to serve in:
- academic ministry
- biblical apologetics
- biblical care and counseling
- missions
- pastoral ministry
- women’s ministry
- worship and theology
- youth and family ministry
Master of Ministry (online):
- Practical ministry training that can be applied to any vocation
- 38 credit hours that can be completed in one year
Master of Arts in Biblical Leadership (online):
- Biblical knowledge and practical skills you need to provide effective biblically based leadership
- Offered in collaboration with Cedarville's successful MBA program
- 36 credit hours that can be completed in one year
Develop Your Gifts. Have a Greater Impact.
Watch Cedarville's president, Dr. Thomas White, discuss graduate education as an opportunity for stewardship.
About Graduate Study at Cedarville:
When you pursue a graduate degree from Cedarville University, you are joining a community of nearly 600 master's and doctoral-level students who are pursuing God's call on their life through advanced education in more than 30 business, ministry, and healthcare programs. Study online or in-person, and you will engage with faculty who are experts in their field and care deeply for you as a student. You will experience excellent education and a network of support and academic resources that are dedicated to your success. More than 300 Fortune 500 companies, top government agencies, and educational institutions recruit Cedarville graduates each year because of their career preparation, high-level integrity, and incredible work ethic. If you want to lead and serve with excellence wherever God calls you, adding a graduate degree from Cedarville is the right choice for your next professional step.
Home to a total student body of 6,384 graduate, undergraduate, and dual enrolled students, Cedarville is fulfilling its mission to transform students' lives through excellent education and intentional discipleship in submission to biblical authority.
The Graduate School: Equipping You for Career Success and Ministry Impact
Our exceptional coursework, delivered with your schedule and your budget in mind, will prepare you to excel professionally while supporting your desire to honor Christ in the workplace.
