Master of Christian Studies (MCS)

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Overview

Advance Your Ministry For the Church

The Master of Christian Studies is designed for those who want to take a first step in advancing their ministry or who simply want to deepen their Christian walk. Students who complete the MCS can serve their churches more effectively and consider further theological education. All credits from the MCS can be applied toward the MDiv or select other master’s degrees.

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Available: Residential & Fully Online

36

Credit hours

12

Classes

1.5

Years to complete

$310

Per credit hour

Next start date

Aug 18th

Master of Christian Studies

At a Glance

Discover Midwestern’s Master of Christian Studies degree.

100%

All MCS credits can be applied to the Midwestern MDiv for future studies.

1.5

This 36-hour degree can be completed after 1.5 years of full-time study.

Online

The MCS can be completed fully online or on campus.

50%

Tuition scholarship for SBC church members.

The Midwestern MCS

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

Courses

The Master of Christian Studies degree at Midwestern has a 36-hour curriculum that is required for all students completing the program. This degree does not include any concentrations.

  • 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:

  • 3400 Christian Ethics
  • 5201 Evangelism
  • 7011 Missiology

Choose one of the following:

  • 3110 Baptist History
  • 3232 Survey of Historical Theology

Electives (6 hours)

Total Hours (36 hours)

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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! The Master’s of Christian Studies is 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 MCS! 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 MCS 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 Christian 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. Formulate a practical and personal plan for Christian discipleship.

Distinctive Resources

MCS 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

Through my studies at MBTS, I have been equipped for the Church by growing in a deeper knowledge of the overarching story of the gospel and its impact on believers throughout history through devoted study of Scripture and theology. As a result, I have grown in my love for Christ and His redeemed people and have been equipped theologically and practically to serve the Church with faithfulness and joy.

Tiara P.

Master of Christian Studies

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
  • Discipleship training
  • Serving the local church
  • Future studies

This Degree in Future Studies

Study to serve the Church with future preparation in mind. All MCS credits can be applied to Midwestern’s MDiv or select other Master’s degrees.

Featured Faculty

Formal theological study is a special season! It's a time for digging deep wells so that students can come back and draw gospel water for decades of faithful ministry. The for the Church vision reminds me not to squander these precious hours through shallow fads on one hand or selfish speculation on the other hand but to invest in the whole counsel of God for the whole people of God.

Dr. Travis Montgomery

Assistant Professor of Christian Studies, Assistant Dean of Global Campus