Online, Hybrid & On-Campus Master's and Doctoral Degree Programs

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Become the Christ-centered leader the world needs now.

Experience Spirit-led, innovative theological education that equips leaders to serve faithfully in a changing world through deep theological grounding and practical formation.

Begin your journey here.

Whether God is calling you to serve in education, ministry, or the marketplace, make Fuller the next faithful step on your journey.

Explore your degree path.

Flexible online, hybrid, and on‑campus theology and counseling degrees-guided by expert faculty and built for real‑world impact in Christ‑centered leadership.

Master of Divinity

(MDiv)

Thorough preparation for chaplaincy or church leadership

Master of Arts in Theological Studies

(MTS)

Foundational studies for serving in a church or Christian nonprofit

Master of Arts in Theology & Ministry

(MATM)

Rigorous preparation for an advanced degree or a thought-leadership role

Master of Arts in Global Missional Leadership

(MAGML)

Equipping leaders to serve in intercultural contexts

Master of Arts in Mental Health and Ministry

(MAMHM)

Prepares leaders to support mental health in nonclinical settings

Explore more degree paths.

Degrees guided by expert faculty, built for real‑world impact, and tailored to your calling.

School of Mission and Theology

Master of Divinity (MDiv)

This rigorous program forms students holistically for agile, biblically grounded leadership in the church, the marketplace, and society at large. 

MA in Theological Studies (MTS)

One of our most flexible degrees, the MTS allows students to dive deeper into a specific area of interest while preparing them for advanced theological study if they wish. 

MA in Theology and Ministry (MATM)

This program combines practical learning with biblical studies to equip students to serve in a church, nonprofit, or other setting with theological and cultural competence. 

MA in Chaplaincy (MAC)

This program prepares chaplains to create new paths and spaces for providing spiritual care while staying grounded in their personal Christian faith. 

MA in Justice and Advocacy (MJA)

Providing a formational education for those enacting God’s call to “do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly with God” in their vocational contexts. 

MA in Global Missional Leadership (MAGML)

Emphasizing holistic formation, this program prepares you for informed intercultural engagement, locally or globally.

School of Psychology & Marriage and Family Therapy

MS in Marriage and Family Therapy

Within a community of dedicated faculty and supportive cohort members, students are prepared for licensure as skilled therapists with a theological understanding that richly informs their work.

Doctor of Marriage and Family Therapy

This hybrid program provides advanced clinical training and greater knowledge in assessment and research for already licensed therapists practicing in clinical settings including private practice, community agencies, schools, hospitals, or universities.

PsyD in Clinical Psychology

This program prepares students to provide therapy and assessment services to diverse populations in various settings (including private practice), to understand and apply research in helping clients thrive, and to teach in many settings.

PhD in Clinical Psychology

This program prepares students to generate and publish research, to teach in undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral settings, and to provide therapy and assessment services.

Join a vibrantly diverse community of changemakers sharing Christ's hope and healing in the Church and the world.

Learn more about how Fuller equips leaders for transformative change within their contexts.

Make the most of your time and money.

How much will it cost?

The current tuition rate ranges from $505 per unit for many master's degree programs to $875 per unit for PhD programs, but institutional and donor-funded scholarships reduce the cost for most students. We know that cost is an important consideration, but so is value-how well a program prepares you for the work to which you are called. A degree program that provides relevant credentials but also shapes your mind in important new directions is worth the investment in both time and money.

How long will it take?

Most master's degrees are completed in roughly 2 to 3 years, and doctoral programs can take from 3 to 6 years. Your pace may be flexible depending on your work, family, and life commitments. You'll be able to put your learning into practice as you go. Your ministry will provide context for your studies, and your studies will shape the way you serve and lead the people God has entrusted to your care.

What are the next steps?

Be fully equipped for the demands of your calling, wherever God leads you.

Step One

Know your deadline.

MDiv - May 22, 2026
MTS - May 22, 2026
MATM - May 22, 2026
MAGML - May 22, 2026
MAMHM - September 28, 2026
DMin - Varies by cohort

Step Two

Submit Part 1 of the online application form to provide essential information about yourself, including your educational background.

Step Three

Submit Part 2 of the online application, including essay(s) and contact information for your reference(s). Provide your official transcript(s) and any other required documents.

Step Four

Explore your funding options — apply for scholarships, federal loans, and other ways to pay for your degree program.

Step Five

You’ll receive an admissions decision via email. Once you’re accepted, you can complete an online orientation, meet with your academic advisor, and register for courses.

Fuller’s Unique Educational Framework

We’re committed to developing the whole person through five key components of formation:

Spiritual

Deepen your faith and calling

Academic

Tackle challenging topics through deep, thoughtful study

Intercultural

Learn to minister in a diverse world

Vocational

Prepare for your specific career path

Emotional

Grow in self-awareness and resilience

About Fuller Seminary

Since 1947, Fuller Seminary has equipped visionary ministers, scholars, teachers, mental health professionals, and intercultural leaders to share the hope and healing of Christ in bold, innovative ways. Our fully accredited online, in‑person, and hybrid degree programs are offered by two distinct yet complementary schools, the School of Mission and Theology and the School of Psychology & Marriage and Family Therapy. Both schools offer master’s and doctoral degrees.

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In Our Graduates' Own Words

Friends said, 'You'll learn things [at Fuller] you may not agree with, but you still gotta wade through it and not be scared of the slippery slope.' For the way I want to learn and teach, Fuller helped me feel free to do that.

Kristin Young
Master of Divinity '24

Fuller taught me to be disciplined, to create structures, and to promote leadership training. It equipped me with everything necessary for integral mission.

Juanita Reyes
Master of Divinity '22

As I'm living my life in loving connection to God, I'll live my life in loving connection to others.

Sunita Puleo
MA in Intercultural Studies '17

I want to help our church be healthy, effective, virtuous, impactful, and sustainable.

René Molina Jr.
MA in Theology and Ministry '20

I want to bring empathy into this space, and to help people who want to be part of a Christian community again but are carrying baggage or trauma of some sort.

Viola Wu
MA in Theological Studies '19