Pacific Rim Christian University
Master of Divinity
Honolulu, USA
Master degree
DURATION
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2026
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: The Master of Divinity at Pacific Rim Christian University is a professional degree for those entering ministry. It totals 72 credits and includes theology, Biblical interpretation, Biblical languages, ministry formation, intercultural studies, leadership, and counseling. The M.Div. builds on PacRim’s Master of Arts in Christian Ministry (36 credits); those who've completed it can apply 36 credits toward M.Div.
Career Outcomes: Graduates move into pastoral ministry, church planting, missions, counseling, chaplaincy, education, or nonprofit leadership. Roles include pastor, church planter, missionary, chaplain, Christian educator, counselor, and nonprofit ministry leader. Skills include preaching, pastoral care, intercultural communication, exegesis, leadership, and counseling.
The Master of Divinity is a professional degree designed for those who intend to work in the ministry. It consists of 72 credits, with courses in theology, Biblical Interpretation, Biblical Languages, Ministry Formation, Intercultural Studies, Leadership, and Counseling. The M.Div. the degree builds on PacRim’s M.A. in Christian Ministry program, which consists of 36 credits. Individuals who have completed the M.A. can apply all 36 credits toward the 72 credits required for completion of the Master of Divinity.
