Program Overview

Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.), 21st Century Ministry

Program Overview

The DMIN in 21st Century Ministry degree is designed to better equip pastors and church leaders for effective service in a shifting culture. This D.Min. engages multiple fields – from leadership and church health to pastoral ministry and evangelism – with an emphasis on “leaning forward” into the future. As cultural and generational change create ever greater challenges for churches and ministry organizations, the D.Min. in 21st Century Ministry will give you tools to understand how to lead and serve in a culture of change.

Program Details

• Total Credit Hours: 35
• Program Type: Doctorate
• I-20 Approved: No
• I-17 Approved: No

Program Director and Format

• Program Director: Dr. Kris Barnett
• Class Format: Online
• Program Duration: 3-4 Years
• Start Date: Fall: August | Spring: January | Summer: May (Admission process is extensive and may take some time. Must be enrolled 1 month before the start date.)

Admission Requirements

• Previous Degree Required: A Theological degree (Master of Divinity, Master of Ministry, or equivalent) from an accredited seminary or graduate school of ministry is required to enroll in this program.
• Transcript Required: Official graduate transcripts will need to be submitted as part of the application process for this program.
• Additional Admission Requirements:
  • A minimum three years of full-time experience in a ministry vocation and a minimum 36 graduate hours.
• Application Deadline: The application deadline is one (1) month before a term start date.

Career Outcomes

• Salary estimates are sourced from Lightcast.

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• Center for Leadership and Organizations: Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D), Leadership: Business
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• College of Christian Studies: Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D), Preaching

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