Master of Biblical Studies (MBS)

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Overview

Enrich Your Knowledge of Scripture For the Church.

The Master of Biblical Studies (MBS) is designed for those who want to enrich their understanding of Scripture’s context and original languages. Those who complete the MBS will be equipped for Christian discipleship, teaching ministries, or further theological education. All credits from the MBS can be applied toward the MDiv Standard, the corresponding MDiv concentration, or select other master’s degrees.

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Available: Residential & Fully Online

45

Credit hours

15

Classes

2

Years to complete

$310

Per credit hour

Next start date

June 23rd

Master of Biblical Studies

At a Glance

Discover Midwestern’s Master of Biblical Studies degree.

100%

All credits from the MBS can be applied toward the Midwestern MDiv.

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MBS concentrations for specialized training.

Online

The MBS can be completed fully online or on campus.

50%

Tuition scholarship for SBC church members.

The Midwestern MBS

Explore the Master of Biblical Studies program at Midwestern, including curriculum, concentrations, and FAQs.

MBS Foundational Core Courses

The Master of Biblical Studies degree at Midwestern has a 30-hour core that is required for all students completing the program. Every student can complete the core and then add on electives or a concentration for further focused study.

  • BS 2210 Old Testament Survey I
  • BS 2211 Old Testament Survey II
  • BS 2310 New Testament Survey I
  • BS 2311 New Testament Survey II
  • BS 2400 Introduction to Hermeneutics
  • HT 3200 Theology I
  • HT 3201 Theology II
  • MN 5006 Biblical Spirituality

Choose one of the following (3 hours):

  • 3400 Christian Ethics
  • 5201 Evangelism
  • 7011 Missiology

Choose one of the following (3 hours):

  • 3110 Baptist History
  • 3232 Survey of Historical Theology

MBS, Biblical Greek

  • Foundational Core (30 hours)
  • Biblical Greek Concentration (15 hours)
    • 2300 Elementary Greek I
    • 2301 Elementary Greek II
    • 2303 Intermediate Greek I
    • 2304 Intermediate Greek II
    • 1899 Research Capstone
  • Total Hours (45 hours)

MBS, Biblical Hebrew

  • Foundational Core (30 hours)
  • Biblical Hebrew Concentration (15 hours)
    • 2200 Elementary Hebrew I
    • 2201 Elementary Hebrew II
    • 2203 Intermediate Hebrew I
    • 2204 Intermediate Hebrew II
    • 1899 Research Capstone
  • Total Hours (45 hours)

MBS, biblical Languages

  • Foundational Core (30 hours)
  • Biblical Languages Concentration (15 hours)
    • BS 2203 Intermediate Hebrew I
    • BS 2204 Intermediate Hebrew II
    • BS 2303 Intermediate Greek I
    • BS 2304 Intermediate Greek II
    • GS 1899 Research Capstone
  • Total Hours (45 hours)

MBS, Biblical Theology

  • Foundational Core (30 hours)
  • Biblical Theology Concentration (15 hours)
    • 3203 Tradition and Scripture
    • 3230 Biblical Theology
    • 2 Courses in Biblical Languages
    • 1899 Research Capstone
  • Total Hours (45 hours)
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Start your application for Midwestern Seminary’s MBS online.

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Submit Materials

As a part of your application, we require official college transcripts, a pastoral recommendation, and a church endorsement to review your application for acceptance.

Get Accepted

Once we receive your completed application, we’ll review your application for acceptance. Typically, it will take less than 1–2 days to notify you of a decision.

Enroll in classes

Once you are accepted, the next step is to enroll in classes. We have new classes starting every 4–8 weeks and are eager to help you pursue your calling.

Yes! All MBS concentrations are available fully online or on campus, allowing you to study for the Church while serving the church where you are.

We are happy to provide you with various ways to manage the cost of your education. Learn more and even apply for scholarships, financial aid, and military assistance by clicking here.

You may qualify for Advanced Standing in your MBS! Students applying for a master’s degree at Midwestern Seminary who have previously completed Bible or theology courses at the undergraduate level could reduce their degree time by one-third.
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The best way to know for sure is to reach out to our Admissions Office! You may qualify to have up to two-thirds of your MBS credits granted on the basis of transfer credits. To be considered for transfer credit, courses must meet certain requirements.
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Program Outcomes

Students graduating with the Master of Biblical Studies degree will be able to do the following:

  1. Interpret Christian Scripture with hermeneutical and exegetical excellence.
  2. Confess Christian doctrine with biblical, theological, and historical awareness.
  3. Employ research skills in an area of biblical scholarship for the Church.

Distinctive Content

MBS students have access to community life that provides informal educational experiences, religious fellowship, and opportunity for reflection upon the meaning of faith in its relation to education for ministry.

Student Highlight

I am being equipped to teach with confidence and eloquence, in the classroom and from the pulpit. The chance to study languages in particular gives me a deeper appreciation for God's Word, and I am both humbled and encouraged by the work of serving the Church through these classes.

David M.

Master of Biblical Studies, Biblical Languages

This Degree in Ministry

Dig a deep well in preparation for a lifetime of faithful ministry in the church or overseas, and be equipped to bring glory to God through…

  • Beholding Christ and His Word
  • Preaching and pastoral ministry
  • Discipleship training
  • Teaching Bible classes

This Degree in Future Studies

Pursue your calling after completing your Master of Biblical Studies with future education. Some advanced degrees may require additional prerequisites.

  • MDiv, Biblical Languages
  • MDiv, Biblical Theology
  • PhD, Biblical Studies
  • PhD, Biblical Theology

Featured Faculty

All that I do in the classroom is for the Church, for the seminary exists to serve the church’s mission. As a professor, I seek to shape men and women who know God, who handle His Word with care, who pursue holiness with zeal, who treasure Christ above all else, and who seek the fame of his name among the nations for the great joy of His bride.

Dr. Jason DeRouchie

Research Professor of Old Testament and Biblical Theology and Rich and Judy Hastings Endowed Chair of Old Testament Studies

Meet Dr. DeRouchie