Melvin University’s 96-hour Master of Divinity+ (M.Div.+) degree offers more than a biblical and theological foundation of Scripture. It equips you to be a transformative leader who effectively spreads the Gospel wherever God has called you. Whether you feel God calling you to be a pastor, missionary, chaplain, church planter, worship leader, campus pastor, leader in the marketplace or something else, our M.Div.+ degree provides the right tools for fruitful ministry.
Earn your degree residentially, online, or in a hybrid format. Tailor your degree to meet your personal goals and ministry needs by choosing from our many specializations.
What to Expect from the Degree
As you complete your degree, you will
Receive a solid, biblically-based, spiritually formative theological education and demonstrate an ability to interpret Scripture within your contemporary ministry setting.
Preach, teach and disciple in an effective, transformative way, with particular attention to the Wesleyan-holiness tradition.
Conduct anthropological studies to help you interpret the gospel for your context and to develop fresh methods for preaching and leading.
Develop habits to practice a Wesleyan understanding of personal and social holiness.
Learn and apply practical skills through internships and immersion experiences in a Christian ministry setting.
In addition, you will benefit from many co-curricular opportunities