Overview

The Doctor of Ministry degree at Southern Methodist University provides the opportunity for advanced study in the areas of vocational and leadership formation and community building.

Features

Integrating theological reflection and ministerial practice with these areas of study, Christian leaders build their theological knowledge and gain skills to engage effectively in ministerial work in contexts of change and transition.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Vocation, Leadership & Community

The Person and Role of a Leader in Ministry

Leadership and Vocation in Church and Community: A Theological/Historical Exploration

Models of Leadership, Social Institutions and Community Engagements

Vocation, Leadership and the Bible in Contexts

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-03-15 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dallas, United States

Disciplines

Theology and Religious Studies View 98 other PhDs in Theology and Religious Studies in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

An accredited master’s degree (or its educational equivalent) in an area related to one’s ministry setting or vocational calling with demonstrated academic excellence, as attested by official transcripts.

Significant ministerial experience that enables the applicant to engage as a ministry peer with other students in this advanced professional doctorate, as attested by two references.

The ability to interpret scripture and the theological tradition of one’s ministry context thoughtfully, the capacity to understand and adapt one’s ministry to the cultural context, a basic self-understanding of one’s ministerial identity and vocational calling, and a readiness to engage in ongoing personal and spiritual formation for one’s ministry, as reflected in a short essay addressing vocation, leadership, and community building.

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
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Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

9280 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 928 USD per credit during 36 months.
National

9280 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 928 USD per credit during 36 months.
In-State

9280 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 928 USD per credit during 36 months.

Living costs for Dallas

1140 - 1925 USD /month

Living costs

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