Overview

Ministry from Southern Methodist University provides the basic educational requirements for ordination as deacon in the United Methodist Church.

The Master of Arts in Ministry degree program is intended to prepare students faith-based ministry.

Learning Outcomes

Interpret scripture: Students will interpret scripture effectively, using a wide variety of approaches informed by an understanding of biblical history, the social and cultural realities of ancient Israel and the early church, and the interpreter's own context.

Comprehension of history and culture: Students will demonstrate an understanding of the life and thought of the Christian community in its historical expressions and of the interrelations between Christianity and global culture.

Theological and ethical reflection: Students will be able to engage in constructive theological and ethical reflection, informed by an understanding of the content of the Christian faith in its historical and contemporary articulations, as well as current Christian thinking on philosophical, scientific, political and cultural developments.

Ministerial leadership roles: Students will demonstrate the capacity to function successfully and effectively in the various ministerial leadership roles, evidencing critical awareness of the social context of their ministry and the capacity to have an impact on that context.

Spiritual formation: Students will demonstrate familiarity with and appreciation for the church's spiritual traditions and the disciplines of prayer and devotion, and exhibit a capacity to evaluate specific instances of spiritual practice from an experiential and theological standpoint.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Interpretation of the Christian Message

Interpretation of the Old Testament

The Church in Its Social Context

The Church’s Educational Ministry

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00 , International

More details

Deadline for national students is for Early Decision.

Language

English

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Credits

37 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dallas, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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General requirements

Biographical, demographic and church information

Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended

Three letters of recommendation

Résumé

Essay (4 – 7 pages on one of two topics provided in the application)

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

29415 USD / year

≈ 29415 USD / year
Out-of-State

29415 USD / year

≈ 29415 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

29415 USD / year

≈ 29415 USD / year

Living costs

Dallas

United States

1140 - 1925 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

Learning Outcomes

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Dallas

Financing

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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