Master of Arts: Pastoral Ministry

The M.A. in Pastoral Ministry is an on-campus program that combines practical ministry preparation with academic study of theology and the Bible to provide a comprehensive study sufficient for the practice of ministry as understood by the Church of the Nazarene. It is designed for students who have significant undergraduate preparation in religion/ministry. By combining focused undergraduate prerequisites with graduate coursework, the M.A. in Pastoral Ministry is able to cover a traditional M.Div. program of study.

Overview

Format

On-Site & Distance Learning (online, video conference, one-week intensive, and on-site options)

Program Length

2 years

Credit Hours

Start Dates

May 11, 2020

August 24, 2020

January 11, 2021

May 10, 2021

Total Cost

Tuition per Credit Hour

$450

Tuition Payment Options

Cost Sheet

Curriculum

Course Checklist

Program Features

A two-year program to prepare students for pastoral ministry in the local church context. First year on campus. Second year in a mentored ministry in the local church.

Faculty

Our faculty team is equipped with some of the best leaders in the industry. With most of them holding the title of adjunct professor for Olivet, this means that they are still working in their respected field and are able to bring real life examples to the classroom.

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Commonly Asked Questions

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Program Cost Details

Payment Policy for courses that begin on or after July 1, 2019 through June 30, 2020

Payment Options

Option A – Financial Aid

Students must make arrangements to apply for federal financial aid through Olivet Nazarene University. To inquire about financial aid please call 815-939-5245.

Option B – Payment Plan

Students have the option to make monthly installments for the balance each term. Payment amounts will vary depending on the number of credit hours in the term. Please contact the Student Financial Services team at studentfinance@olivet.edu or 815-939-5245 for more details.

Option C – Approximate for Total Package

Total package price may be paid in full by check, cashier's check, Discover, Visa, or MasterCard, and is due prior to the first day of class. Credit/debit card payments are subject to a 2% service charge. Total due depends on the number of courses taken in the academic year. Please contact the Student Financial Services team at studentfinance@olivet.edu or 815-939-5245 for more details.

GEN ED/Electives: Olivet requires all undergraduate students to take two upper level Bible courses in addition to any general education and/or elective courses needed to reach the required 128 credit hours for graduation. The Bible courses, gen ed, and elective courses outside of Applied Science Core and Applied Science Electives tracks will be charged at a rate of $275 per credit hour for 100-200 level courses and $425 per credit hour for 300-500 level courses.

Program Cost Disclaimer: While tuition is the main driver in the cost of your program, you should note that there are additional educational costs not charged directly by the University. These additional costs vary by program and include, but are not limited to, textbooks and other program specific fees.

Note: Totals may vary depending on actual number of courses required.

Please reference the Olivet Nazarene University Catalog regarding refund policies: (http://catalog.olivet.edu/content.php?catoid=5&navoid=292)

*** Financial arrangements must be complete by the term start date. Refer to options: A, B, or C ***

Questions regarding payment options can be answered by contacting the Student Financial Services office at studentfinance@olivet.edu or 815-939-5245.