96 PhD programmes in Theology and Religious Studies in United States

Our Religion Department provides the context for a flourishing Ph.D. program in Religion at Baylor University with concentrations offered in the Old Testament, New Testament, Historical, and Theological Areas.

Be equipped to teach, research, and prepare emerging church leaders across the globe with Regent University’s Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Renewal Theology – Practical Theology program.

The Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.) – Christian Leadership and Renewal program from Regent University, offered completely online, is a professional and terminal degree that emphasizes senior-level leadership tools and the transforming power of the Holy Spirit. 

The Ph.D. in Church History at the Catholic University of America prepares students for careers in research, writing, and teaching on the college, university, and seminary levels.

The goal of the Ph.D. degree at Catholic University of America is to expand and deepen the student's education in Biblical Studies. 

The Doctorate of Philosophy in Historical Theology at the Catholic University of America represents an achievement in theological scholarship and research. 

The Doctor of Philosophy in Religious Studies at Boston University will train you as a scholar of religion who will distinguish yourself through research, teaching, and service to universities, colleges, seminaries, and the world at large.

The Christian Ministry - Qualitative degree at Grand Canyon University gives you the opportunity to explore foundational skills and current research trends in effectively leading ministry and church organizations.

The Bible regularly promotes education as an integral activity in life. The Christian Education Leadership program from Regent University emphasizes teaching for discipleship by equipping for competence in the Great Commission, Two Greatest Commandments, and Holy Nation Citizenship, all within an excellent academic setting. 

You can advance your ministry leadership through Regent University’s doctor of Ministry (d.Min.) program. 

Our Ph.D. Religious Studies program at University of North Carolina Chapel Hill is designed to prepare the very best candidates for successful careers in research and teaching at the university level. 

The Ministry programme offered by Wake Forest University develops faith-informed leadership, theological reflection, and innovative ministry practice to support transformation within religious communities, organisations, and public life.

Regent University’s Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Renewal Theology – Biblical Studies equips theologians for service in both the Church and academy. This Ph.D. is ideal for those seeking specialist training in Renewal theology and biblical studies. 

The goal of the Ph.D. in Liturgical Studies and Sacramental Theology at the Catholic University of America is to equip students for careers in research, writing, and teaching on the college, university, and seminary levels.  

The Juris Doctor/Doctor of Philosophy (JD/PhD) is administered by Emory Law and the Graduate Division of Religion, a unit of the Laney Graduate School of Arts and Sciences at Emory University.

The Ph.D. program in the Department of Religious Studies at Indiana University Bloomington mentors future scholar-teachers who stand at the forefront of the contemporary study of religion.