Course variations

Course summary

The Graduate School of Theology offers a 54-hour program whereby non-resident students can obtain the Master of Arts in Christian Ministry (MACM). This degree provides an opportunity for students from literally around the world to remain in their current jobs while taking course work to advance their ministry skills. Students may select courses from several formats to complete the MACM, including one-week intensive, weekend intensive, and Internet courses. The Graduate School of Theology is accredited by the Association of Theological Schools which requires that all students complete part of their degree in residence. This residency requirement may be met through one-week intensive and weekend intensive courses. Substantial reading preparation is required for all intensive format courses so students must register several weeks in advance to receive the reading assignments. Currently, the Graduate School of Theology offers resident courses on the ACU campus and at the ACU Education Center at DFW in Irving, Texas. Students must complete all degree requirements within seven years. The MACM degree requirements are the same for both resident and non-resident students.

Program modules

The core courses are: BIBL 610 Advanced Introduction to the Old Testament, BIBL 620 Advanced Introduction to the New Testament, Text Selection, 3 hours.

Entry requirement for international students

The minimum admission requirements are: an undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university seeking a master's-level degree. Two letters of recommendation, Academic records should be submitted in the original language. All documents in languages other than English must be accompanied by a certified line-by-line, literal English translation. The official transcripts which include all subjects studied each year and the grade/mark earned in each subject is required for graduate applicants. A 3 to 5 page statement which includes a brief personal history and reasons for applying to the Graduate School. The statement should demonstrate the ability of the student to write at the graduate level. The score on the TOEFL is used to determine a student's English language proficiency. It is also required a score of 550 or higher on the paper/pencil Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), a score of 213 on the computer-based TOEFL (CBT), or a score of 79-80 on the Internet-Based TOEFL (iBT). Officially reported test score/s in the upper 50th percentile on the GRE, GMAT or MAT. Official test scores come directly from the testing institutions. And financial information includes a current bank statement showing sufficient funds to cover the estimated cost of studying at ACU for one academic year (9 months) and a letter from the owner of the bank account stating that the funds will be used to support the applicant.

Qualification

Masters

Awarding body

Abilene Christian University

Department name

Graduate School of Theology