Bachelor's Degrees
Bachelor of Divinity
Comprehensive preparation for pastoral ministry — Scripture, theology, church history, preaching, pastoral care, and church leadership in one integrated program.
- Tuition
- $4,500full program
- Credit Hours
- 120
- Duration
- 36–48 mo
- Format
- 100% Online
What You'll Be Able to Do
- Preach and teach Scripture with exegetical depth
- Provide pastoral care through the full range of life events
- Lead a congregation's worship, discipleship, and mission
- Articulate and defend Christian doctrine
- Administer the ordinances and pastoral offices faithfully
Core Coursework
- 01Old Testament Theology
- 02New Testament Theology
- 03Systematic Theology I–III
- 04Church History I & II
- 05Homiletics I & II
- 06Pastoral Care and Counseling
- 07Worship and Liturgy
- 08Church Administration
- 09Evangelism and Missions
- 10Supervised Ministry Practicum
- 11Thesis
Course sequence and titles are subject to catalog revision. See the state course catalogs for the governing version.
Who This Program Is For
Those called to lead a congregation as senior or associate pastor.
Prerequisite: High school diploma or equivalent; transfer credit accepted
What This Credential Does and Doesn't Do
Denominational ordination requirements vary. Military and most hospital chaplaincy positions require an M.Div. from a regionally accredited institution — confirm with your endorsing body before enrolling.
FMI holds degree-granting authority in North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, and Georgia, and is not accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or CHEA. Read our full accreditation statement.
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Enrollment is open year-round. Application and registration is a one-time $150, and payment plans are available on all tuition.
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