Overview

Study an overview of theology throughout the Bible and examine key theological themes of the Gospel. Here, you’ll gain an understanding of contemporary issues in both the Old and New Testaments. And you will also dive deep into biblical languages and literature through seminars focused on Hebrew language studies and Greek literature.

Study under professors who are widely published in their areas of expertise, and who are grounded in their Christian worldview. Gain the research experience you need to be successful as you write and defend a dissertation in your chosen area in this Biblical Studies program from Liberty University .

Career Opportunities

College Professor
Teaching Pastor
Parachurch Worker
Collegiate Ministry
Academic Author or Researcher
Apologetics Ministry
Academic Publishing

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Hermeneutics and History of Interpretation
Reading Seminar in Judaism and Greco-Roman History
Reading Seminar in the Ancient Near East
Theology of the Gospel
Theology of Paul
Theology of Torah

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 42 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-01-15 00:00:00

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Starting 2025-05-15 00:00:00

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Starting 2025-08-21 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

57 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Theology and Religious Studies View 99 other PhDs in Theology and Religious Studies in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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General requirements

Admission application
Official college transcripts showing a Master of Divinity or Master of Biblical Studies degree (minimum 3.0 GPA)
Language requirements: 12 hours of graduate Greek with a B or higher; 9 hours of graduate Hebrew with a B or higher
Contact information for 3 approved recommenders (2 academic contacts from graduate degree faculty and 1 pastoral contact)
Professional vita/résumé (including degrees earned, ministry and/or teaching experience, and career goals)
Letter of Intent: 300 word minimum, specifying purpose and goals for entering the PhD program
Doctrinal Questionnaire
Writing sample from master’s degree or recent research (10-12 pages)
Department/faculty review

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Tuition Fee

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International

2750 USD/module

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2750 USD per module during 42 months.
National

2750 USD/module

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2750 USD per module during 42 months.

$2,750 block rate

Living costs for Lynchburg

942 - 1540 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

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Credits

Delivered

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Academic requirements

English requirements

Student insurance

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fee

International

National

Living costs for Lynchburg

Funding

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