Our mission is simple: to inform, inspire, positively shape and enhance the work of practitioners who desire to engage and advance their spiritual formation, knowledge base, and ability to be a transformative ministerial presence in and for the communities they serve.

Why an NBTS Doctor of Ministry degree?

Our Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.) program immerses pastors, chaplains, and leaders in a rigorous and creative theological environment. Our small class size, online and hybrid learning environment, mentoring with distinguished faculty, and emphasis on generating innovative, rigorous, and research-based doctoral theses make our D.Min. program an ideal choice for leaders who desire to advance their theological training.

The NBTS Advantage

Affordable

NBTS is committed to providing a quality, cost-effective doctoral education. We deliver the most affordable degree of its kind in the northeastern region. In addition, financial aid and some scholarships are also available for qualifying students.

Flexible

Our program is designed for the busy professional. Admission is available for both the fall and spring semesters. Students can take two courses per semester for two years, or one course per semester for four years before beginning their thesis work. NBTS will help you design the course of study best for you and your ministry, with flexible options to enroll part-time in classes – with a maximum time completion of six years.

Convenient

Our online/hybrid approach is designed to fit your schedule. Students begin and end the semester with online/hybrid learning. In the middle of each term, all D.Min. students gather for one week of synchronous online intensive courses, worship, and fellowship. Students are welcome to visit campus, do research in Sage Library, and explore the greater New York City area on their own.

Rigorous

Doctor of Ministry students are taught by professors who are leaders in their fields. Each student is also assigned an advisor at the beginning of coursework to mentor them as they journey through the program. This advisor/mentor will help guide the student in developing the final dissertation and provide support throughout the program.

The D.Min. degree can be completed in three years. Coursework is completed in an online/hybrid format with students gathering twice for one-week intensives for the first two years, with ministry project completion in the final year.

Concentrations include:

Click below for details of each of the concentrations.

• • Missiology and Global Christianity

  • Pastoral Care and Counseling

  • Prophetic Urban Ministry

  • Transformational Preaching

Admissions Requirements

• A Master of Divinity degree (or its equivalent) from an accredited institution.
• An official transcript of the M.Div. (or its equivalent) program, with a 3.0 grade point average or above. If the transcript is not in English, it must be from an international accrediting agency;
• At least one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) or its equivalent (for the D.Min in Pastoral Care and Counseling only).
• A passing TOEFL score if M.Div. was not awarded by an English language institution (for the D.Min. in Missiology and Global Christianity only)
• Evidence of at least three years of experience in a ministry setting (a congregation or agency). 
• Two letters of recommendation, including one that expresses support and participation in the doctoral program from your official board or other ministry context, and one from a colleague who is familiar with your work.
• Complete a critical essay focused on the questions for your desired concentration.
• Demonstrated capacity or potential for both an advanced level of academic research and writing.
• Complete Application Form with $75 non-refundable application/background check fee;
• Photo ID (state issued driver’s license, state identification card, or Passport) to verify identity.

Application deadlines:

Spring semester – November 30
Fall Semester – May 31
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For information on specific concentration deadlines, email admissions@nbts.edu or call 732-247-5241

Tuition Information

Tuition Years I, II, & III – $5,500.00 per year/Full-time. (If enrolled half-time, tuition will be adjusted accordingly.)
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Learning Outcomes

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