Advanced Degrees
Western Seminary offers advanced degree options for ministry leaders, educators, and pastors seeking a professional degree to further equip them for whatever ministry God has called them to. These post-graduate degrees are offered through our Portland campus and build upon a master's degree.
Degree Options
 Doctor of Ministry (DMin)Build upon your ministry experience with further training in core pastoral disciplines. 30 credits Portland (partly online) |
 Master of Theology (ThM)Western's specialized academic degree offering advanced training in biblical and theological studies. 25 credits Portland (partly online) |
 Doctor of Philosophy in Intercultural Education (PhD)Western's highest academic degree designed to equip students as experts in intercultural education. 60 credits Portland (mostly online) |
 Doctor of Education in Intercultural Education (EdD)Designed for educators in leadership positions at intercutural settings around the world. 42 credits Portland (mostly online) |
 Doctor of Intercultural StudiesAn advanced degree for Christian leaders and missions workers serving in pluralistic and multi-ethnic contexts. 36 credits Portland (mostly online) |