Master of
Theology
On-Campus & Online
Theology
On-Campus & Online
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Advance Your Academic or Ministry Calling with a Master of Theology (Th.M.) Degree
The Master of Theology (Th.M.) at Cornerstone Theological Seminary is a post-graduate degree designed for students who have already completed an M.Div. or equivalent master’s degree and want advanced theological training for doctoral study or specialized ministry teaching. You will further expand exegetical skills in the Old or New Testament to prepare you for the rigors of a doctoral degree or refine your ministry capabilities in effectively teaching Biblical theology. Learn from respected scholars and theologians who are active in education and ministry and will invest in your growth. Offered 100% online for flexibility and accredited by the Association of Theological Schools (ATS), you’ll gain new capabilities to bring God’s love through scripture to life.
Earn a Biblically-Faithful Theology Degree
The Master of Theology is a selective program for students with strong academic ability in biblical and theological studies who have earned an M.Div. or M.A. level degree. Led by Biblically faithful faculty scholars and theologians, our 30-credit-hour online master’s degree is designed to equip you for leadership and growth.
Cornerstone University and Cornerstone Theological Seminary unwaveringly embrace the Bible, which is central to our foundational statements and doctrinal confession, honoring God’s vision of the world and ministry.
A decades-long partner and resource to churches and pastors, Cornerstone Theological Seminary is accredited by the respected Association of Theological Schools (ATS), and Cornerstone University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).
Influential Careers with a Master of Theology (Th.M.) Degree
- Ph.D. or D.Min Studies
- Theology Instructor or Professor
- Church Pastor or Minister
- Missionary
- Chaplain (hospital, military, prison, etc.)
- Christian Education Director
- Bible Curriculum Writer or Editor
- Parachurch Ministry Leader
- Nonprofit/Faith-Based Organization Director
- Youth or Discipleship Pastor
- Theological Researcher or Author
Your Next Steps
Review application requirements and take the first step to apply to Cornerstone Theological Seminary today.
- Submit your program application.
Choose the Speciality Master’s degree application. - Possess a Completed Master’s degree.
Candidates should possess an accredited baccalaureate degree and Master of Divinity or Master of Arts in the relevant theological discipline and achieve a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA in graduate-level study. - Submit Two Letters of Recommendation.
Applicants are required to provide two letters of recommendation from former teachers — one must be from a former teacher in the anticipated major field. - Submit a Writing Sample or GRE Scores.
Applicants are required to submit a graded writing sample from their M.Div. or M.A. equivalent degree program. Scores from the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) may also be requested in addition to or in place of the graded writing sample as determined by the supervising professor. - Provide a Statement of Intent.
Applicants must submit to the CTS Admissions Office a formal letter to the faculty indicating reasons for pursuing an advanced graduate theological degree. The letter should also include the selection of a major field for the program and life objectives.