Master's Degrees

Western Seminary's master's degree programs are designed to equip you for strategic ministry roles wherever God leads you. All of our programs have a foundation of biblical and theological studies to ground you in God’s Word, along with specific training for your intended vocational or educational goals.

Degree Options

Master of Divinity Train for gospel-centered leadership roles such as pastoral ministry, chaplaincy, teaching, and missions. 82 credits Portland / San Jose / Online / Cohorts

MA in Counseling Oregon / California Integrate a biblical worldview with current counseling theory and techniques. 68 or 71 credits Portland / San Jose

MA (Biblical and Theological Studies) Build a biblical and theological framework that will serve you in various ministry roles. 56 credits Portland / San Jose / Online / Cohorts

MA in Ministry and Leadership Build a rich biblical understanding and a refined leadership skill set for ministry. 52 credits Portland / San Jose / Online / Cohorts

Master of Applied Biblical Leadership Designed for experienced ministry leaders who need to gain a deeper biblical foundation. 36 credits Portland / San Jose / Online / Cohorts

Specialized Areas of Study

INTERESTED IN ADDING AN AREA OF SPECIALIZATION TO YOUR DEGREE?

Students in the Master of Divinity, MA (Biblical and Theological Studies), and MA in Ministry and Leadership programs have the option of working with their academic advisors to develop a concentration in a given area of specialization. Specialized areas of study include (but are not limited to):

• Biblical/Theological Studies
• Chaplaincy
• Coaching 
• Exegetical Studies 
• Pastoral Studies
• Women's Transformational Leadership