70+ denominations represented, adhering to a common faith
66 books of the Bible are taught in every ministry degree program
15,000+ alumni from over 100 countries serving around the world
$5 million+
in scholarships are given out to students every year

With 17+ degree options, we have something for everyone.

With 17+ degree options, we have something for everyone.

Degree Options
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The DTS Master of Theology (ThM) offers a unique 4-year curriculum that takes ministry training of a traditional 3-year MDiv and infuses it with additional depth in Greek, Hebrew, and ...
Program Highlights
  • Ministry
  • 72 Hours Online
  • 120 Credit Hours
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Master of Theology

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DTS’s unique counseling program integrates best-practices in psychology with deep biblical and theological training enabling you to address the entire person: body, mind, soul, and strength.
Program Highlights
  • Ministry
  • Real-Time Online
  • 90 Credit Hours
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Master of Arts in Counseling

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If you care deeply about people and seek to provide a combination of pastoral care, emotional and spiritual care, and practical life counseling to people outside of the church, becoming ...
Program Highlights
  • Ministry
  • Real-Time Online
  • 79 Credit Hours
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Master of Arts in Chaplaincy and Ministry Care

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Learn to defend and proclaim the Christian faith and come alongside those struggling with intellectual doubts. Develop practical skills in writing, presentation, and debate conducted from a posture of kindness ...
Program Highlights
  • Ministry
  • Real-Time Online
  • 69 Credit Hours
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Master of Arts in Apologetics and Evangelism

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If you love teaching people to grasp the life changing power of God’s word and seeing how the gospel can transform lives, Christian education might be right for you.
Program Highlights
  • Ministry
  • Real-Time Online
  • 66 Credit Hours
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Master of Arts in Christian Education

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The MACL program at DTS is designed to help men and women learn who God has uniquely gifted them to lead in whatever ministry setting they are called to serve.
Program Highlights
  • Ministry
  • Real-Time Online
  • 66 Credit Hours
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Master of Arts in Christian Leadership

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Join a community of men and women dedicated to the beauty of the Gospel expressed through the beauty of human creativity.
Program Highlights
  • Ministry
  • Real-Time Online
  • 66 Credit Hours
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Master of Arts in Media Arts and Worship

Whether you are called to the mission field in another country or to a cross-cultural context across the street, the MAIS program can prepare you to love your neighbors well ...
Program Highlights
  • Ministry
  • Real-Time Online
  • 66 Credit Hours
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Master of Arts in Intercultural Studies

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The MABEL, offered jointly with Dallas International University (DIU), prepares students with the linguistics skills necessary for good Bible translation. The degree also prepares students for service with Wycliffe Bible ...
Program Highlights
  • General Academic
  • 33 Hours Online
  • 62 Credit Hours
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Master of Arts in Biblical Exegesis and Linguistics

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Join a community of men and women all over the world from all walks of life who are want to deepen their understanding of God, His Word, and His people.
Program Highlights
  • General Academic
  • Anytime Online
  • 63 Credit Hours
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Master of Arts in Christian Studies

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The MBTS degree is based on the principle that any follower of Christ will benefit from advanced training in biblical and theological studies, becoming a more effective minister of the ...
Program Highlights
  • General Academic
  • Anytime Online
  • 36 Credit Hours
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Master of Biblical and Theological Studies

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The Master of Sacred Theology degree designed for those who have graduated from a standard three-year seminary program and desire an additional year of advanced studies in preparation for Christian ...
Program Highlights
  • Doctoral
  • 32 Credit Hours
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Master of Sacred Theology

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The Doctor of Education program is designed to produce scholar-practitioners who can make a meaningful impact in formal educational settings. The structure of the EdD allows students to remain in ...
Program Highlights
  • Doctoral
  • 48 Credit Hours
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Doctor of Education

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The DTS Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) combines the highest of standards of academic scholarship with a heart for God’s Word and the theology of the church.
Program Highlights
  • Doctoral
  • 36 Credit Hours
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Doctor of Philosophy

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The Doctor of Ministry (DMin) program provides leaders with training in the biblical rationale, sociological strategy, and practical implementation of ministry through group-based cohorts or individualized study.
Program Highlights
  • Doctoral
  • 27 Credit Hours
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Doctor of Ministry

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The Doctor of Educational Ministry (DEdMin) program helps Christian educators develop the biblical rationale, sociological strategy, and practical implementation of their ministry through group-based cohorts or individualized study.
Program Highlights
  • Doctoral
  • 39 Credit Hours
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Doctor of Educational Ministry

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Join a community of men and women all over the world, from all walks of life, who desire to deepen their understanding of God, His word, and His people.
Program Highlights
  • General Academic
  • Anytime Online
  • 18 Credit Hours
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Graduate Certificate of Christian Studies

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Program Highlights
  • Ministry
  • Real-Time Online
  • 74 Credit Hours
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Master of Arts in Jewish Studies

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Many seminaries offer a 3-year Master of Divinity (MDiv) degree, and they allow students to earn a Master of Theology (ThM) by studying for an additional year. Dallas Theological Seminary has merged this model into ...
Program Highlights
  • Ministry
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Master of Divinity*

Program Highlights
  • General Academic
  • Real-Time Online
  • 12 Credit Hours
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Post-Graduate Certificates

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Seminary Designed for You

Our three ways to learn give you the options you want and the flexibility you need.
On Campus
Online
Hybrid Courses
When you study at one of our four campus locations (Dallas, Houston, Washington DC, or Atlanta) you join a community of learners in the classroom and enjoy the increased fellowship that comes with doing seminary together.
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With DTS Online you become part of a global network of believers being equipped in the Word of God and preparing to serve Him around the world. Our 100% online format has options for real-time connection and learning as well, ensuring you feel part of the DTS community.
Seminary Online
Our hybrid model offers the best of both live in-classroom instruction and online education by offering 2-to-3-day weekend intensives at all of our regional locations.
Distance Education Options

Seminary that Serves

A body of believers. A community of doers. Alumni throughout the world committed every single day to teach truth and love well.
DTS Alum Alastair Howie’s Life Changing Decision
DTS Alumni Blaine Larsen’s Search for Truth
Chinzo Jargalsaikhan’s Passion to Bring Jesus to Mongolia