Master of Practical Theology

Admission Requirements

A master's degree from an institution accredited by a regional accrediting body, the Association for Biblical Higher Education, or international theological accrediting associations affiliated with the International Council for Evangelical Theological Education.
A minimum cumulative undergraduate grade-point average (GPA) of at least 2.5 from the baccalaureate degree granting institution.
An official transcript from the degree granting institution.
Two references, including
- One from a pastor or denominational supervisor.
- A general recommendation.
A three to four page autobiography and statement of ministry purpose. The statement of purpose should reflect one’s sense of God’s direction in relation to Christian ministry or service.
Applicants must currently be involved in an appropriate ministry or be willing to be placed in such a ministry throughout the program (see application for details).
A signed Ministry Context form .

Program Requirements

Students are required annually in August to submit an updated signed Ministry Context Form in order to continue in the MPTH degree program.
Students must have completed all required courses before enrolling in the Integration Capstone course MIN-695.
Registration in the Capstone MIN-695 will be cancelled for any students who fail to satisfactorily complete all required courses. All requirements for the degree must be completed within ten years of enrollment.

Graduation Requirements

Minimum grade of "C" in each core and elective course.
Cumulative grade point average of 2.5.
The MPTh degree must be completed in no less than two years and within six years.
Payment of all tuition and fees is required to receive a diploma.

MPTH Program of Study

MDIV-500	Pastor, Church & World	3
MISS-500	Cultural Contexts of Ministry	3
BIBL-500	The Bible as Christian Scripture	3
THEO-500	Introduction to Christian Theology	3
CHST-500	Global Christian History	3
MIN-695	Integration Capstone	3
Total Credit Hours:		36

Take three of the following praxis courses:

MISS-600	The Missional Church	6
LEAD-600	Congregational Leadership	6
WSHP-600	Christian Worship	6
PROC-600	Christian Proclamation	6
CONG-600	Congregational Spiritual Formation	6
PCRE-600	Congregational Relationships	6