Master’s in Scripture, Tradition, and Theology

Program Overview

The MA/STT is a multidisciplinary program designed to equip students with the skills, knowledge, and virtues to read the Bible well in the light of its ancient contexts, the history of its interpretation, enduring theological significance, and contemporary debate, according to a tradition that has acknowledged its authority and cherished its gospel. Through a collaborative effort of faculty from the Old Testament, New Testament, Church History, and Systematic Theology departments, a shared evangelical commitment to the truth, authority, and power of Scripture, and a common core, the program provides a comprehensive approach to understanding Christian Scripture, as well as the opportunity to pursue more specialized study in one of two concentrations.

The MA/STT is academic rather than professional in focus, preparing participants in knowledge and practice for teaching or researching in Christian secondary schools, or higher education where a doctorate may not be needed. It may also serve as an intermediate step toward doctoral study in a related area, in which case students should carefully consider which track would be most advantageous for their future study. This program is ideal for students seeking to deepen their understanding of the Bible and Christian theology, whether for academic, ecclesial, or personal enrichment.

PROGRAM OUTCOMES

• Gain competence in the historical traditions of Christian theology, Christian classic texts, and biblical exegesis.
• Integrate through the reading of Scripture the distinctive contributions of the disciplines – Old Testament; New Testament; Church History; Systematic Theology – to the aim of knowing and loving God.
• Learn to reason biblically and think theologically about God, God’s Word, and God’s world.
• Articulate how the Old and New Testaments together bear witness to the triune God and recount His redemptive-historical work.

Prerequisites and Application

In addition to the requirements for general admission, you’ll need the following:

• Applicants must possess a baccalaureate degree, or the educational equivalent, from a recognized accredited institution.
• The applicant’s undergraduate grade point average must be a minimum of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.

Direct Cost and Financial Aid

TEDS is committed to offering an affordable and accessible world-class seminary education which is why we offer scholarships, grants, rebates, and other aid options to help pay for the cost of schooling.

Learn about all our Financial Aid opportunities

Study with the Authors

Experience a classroom setting like none other. At TEDS, you will study under leading theologians, experts, and renowned authors in their respective fields. Our faculty is among the most widely published in evangelical academia and has deeply influenced the leaders shaping the present and future of evangelical Christianity across the globe. Through their lectures and mentorship, you will grow in your faith and practice.

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  Kevin J. Vanhoozer

  Research Professor of Systematic Theology

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  Kimberley Kroll

  Assistant Professor of Biblical and Systematic Theology

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  Harold A. Netland

  Professor of Philosophy of Religion and Intercultural Studies