ThM

Master of Theology

The Master of Theology (ThM) program is designed to equip students with advanced knowledge and skills in theological research, critical analysis, and ministry practice. Students focus on a particular discipline as well as taking a variety of courses across the curriculum to encourage integrative thinking and preparation for further ministry or academic study.
Students can focus on a particular discipline as well as taking a variety of courses across the curriculum to encourage integrative thinking and preparation for further ministry or academic study.

Program Outcomes

  • Integrate theological knowledge with practical ministry issues, addressing contemporary challenges in church, community, or global contexts.
  • Engage deeply with theological scholarship, demonstrating the ability to interpret biblical texts, theological traditions, and current literature with critical insight and precision.
  • Synthesize theological ideas with clarity and purpose, effectively communicating complex concepts for diverse audiences in academic, ministry, or public settings.
“I am grateful for the ThM program at TEDS. I am a better historian, researcher, and pastor because of the faculty’s commitment to academics and spiritual development. The program has helped me fine-tune my skills to serve my community and church body best.”
Jonathan Gallardo ’22

Why TEDS?

Trinity has been entrusted with the Gospel since 1897, and every day we are called to live with purpose. Our purpose as a divinity school is to know the Gospel, live the Gospel and make the Gospel known. In today’s ever-changing culture, Trinity immerses students in a community of biblical orthodoxy and practical living. The Trinity 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.

Academic Excellence

Experience a classroom setting like none other. At Trinity, you will study under leading theologians, experts, and renowned authors in their specific field. Our professors will not only teach you but invest in your life.

Study with the Authors

Experience a classroom setting like none other. At Trinity, you will study under leading theologians, experts, and renowned authors in their specific field. Our professors will not only teach you but invest in your life.
“In our rapidly changing and confusing Christian leaders often sense a need for further theological education beyond the basic masters degree. Trinity’s Master of Theology enables qualified students to take a year to explore a particular discipline such as New Testament or Systematic Theology in greater depth or to develop deeper understanding in an interdisciplinary area such as the chaplaincy or spiritual formation. Program flexibility combined with access to seasoned mentors make this an ideal context for sharpening one’s theological acumen and ministry skills.”
HAROLD NETLAND
PROFESSOR

Financial Aid

Did you know that nearly 95% of our students receive some form of financial aid? At Trinity we offer scholarships, grants, rebates, and other aid options to help pay for the cost of schooling. Learn more about what is available below or by contacting the Financial Aid Office at [email protected].

Prerequisites

In addition to the requirements for general admission, you’ll need the following:
  • Possess an earned Master of Divinity degree or its equivalent from an accredited school that maintains academic standards similar to those of TEDS. (Master of Divinity equivalence is defined as an earned master’s degree, including at least 74 semester hours of graduate study in areas closely parallel to TEDS’ MDiv curriculum.)
  • The applicant’s graduate grade point average for all graduate coursework completed must be a minimum of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
  • Possess and demonstrate proficiency in the biblical and modern languages appropriate to work in the selected area of concentration, either through coursework or by examination. Students who have obtained a TEDS MDiv within the previous five years will be exempted from taking the proficiency exam.
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Curriculum

  • Concentration Core: 20 hours
  • Capstone: 4 hours

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Combining unrivaled academic rigor with a wholehearted commitment to gospel fidelity and an abundance of flexible options, TEDS offers a theological education that equips you to serve Christ with wisdom and grace, in truth and love.