Degree Programs

Through our degree programs, students receive a deepened understanding of the theological substance of their faith, coupled with a critical ability to assess the challenges of the broader context in which they will serve, and become effective and transformative leaders.

Degrees Offered

Master of Divinity (M.Div.)

The Master of Divinity degree program is designed to prepare students for a wide range of Christian ministry and provides the solid foundation needed for ordination. It is also excellent preparation for a hospital or military chaplaincy, a cross-cultural pastoral ministry, mission or social services work, youth ministry or further graduate study and teaching.

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Master of Arts (M.A.)

Pastoral Care and Counseling (Academic Degree)
The Master of Arts degree is a rigorous program for students who wish to enrich their ministry, but whose work does not require full pastoral training. It is also ideal for those who have already completed the M.Div. degree and desire further in-depth theological study. The Master of Arts program also provides excellent preparation for pursuing a Ph.D. program in a theological discipline or other related field in the humanities.  The M.A. concentration in Pastoral Care and Counseling can serve as an excellent path of study for those who support the life of the congregation, desire a career in pastoral counseling in a non-profit agency, or who envision chaplaincy – in fields such as health care, corrections, community, or the military – as an expression of their call to ministry.

Ministry and Community Leadership (Professional Degree)
The M.A. concentration in Ministry and Community Leadership is ideal for ordained and non-ordained individuals who want to enhance their ministry, leadership, and social engagement skills.  Whether your calling involves leading in the church, faith-based or secular non-profit organizations, public health, or social service and community outreach programs, or working as an advocate and organizer of grassroots efforts, this graduate degree program will prepare you as a professional to transform your church, organization, community, and society-at-large both now and in the future.

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Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.)

The Doctor of Ministry professional degree recognizes the vital work that an effective leader can contribute to the transformation and sustenance of communities. Graduates of the NBTS D.Min. program will be authorities in their chosen concentrations, well prepared to make significant contributions that result in powerful and effective change. NBTS currently offers four D.Min. degree concentrations: Prophetic Urban Ministry, Pastoral Care & Counseling/Pastoral Theology, Missiology and Global Christianity, and Transformational Preaching.

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

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Certificate Programs

Answering the need to enhance the work and training of lay leaders, educators and professionals who do not seek a degree, NBTS offers several certificates. Many churches that certify individuals for special ministry roles or offices may require the completion of a Certificate Program such as the ones available at New Brunswick Theological Seminary. (Please note that the Certificate itself does not grant or guarantee certification for any church ministry or office.) Seminary faculty teach all courses, which are offered year-round. Students can earn a Certificate in two years by taking two courses each semester (eight courses total).

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