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 programme from Liberty University .

Career Opportunities

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

Get more details

Visit programme website

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

Check out the full curriculum

Visit programme website

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 96 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

105

Take A Free Practice Test!

TOEFL^® IBT

Schedule TOEFL®

IELTS

6.5

Prepare for Your English Test

Cathoven AI IELTS Preparation

Learn your IELTS Score

AI-powered IELTS feedback. Clear, actionable, and tailored to boost your writing & speaking score. No credit card or upfront payment required.

Trusted by 300k learners
98 accuracy using real exam data
4.9/5 student rating

Credits

57 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lynchburg, United States

Disciplines

Theology and Religious Studies View 97 other PhDs in Theology and Religious Studies in United States

Explore more key information

Visit programme website

Join for free or log in to access our complete career info list.

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

105

Take A Free Practice Test!

TOEFL^® IBT

Schedule TOEFL®

IELTS

6.5

Prepare for Your English Test

Cathoven AI IELTS Preparation

Learn your IELTS Score

AI-powered IELTS feedback. Clear, actionable, and tailored to boost your writing & speaking score. No credit card or upfront payment required.

Trusted by 300k learners
98 accuracy using real exam data
4.9/5 student rating

Other requirements

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 programme
Doctrinal Questionnaire
Writing sample from master’s degree or recent research (10-12 pages)
Department/faculty review

Make sure you meet all requirements

Visit programme website

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

2850 USD / module

≈ 2850 USD / module
Out-of-State

2850 USD / module

≈ 2850 USD / module
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

2850 USD / module

≈ 2850 USD / module

Living costs

Lynchburg

United States

942 - 1540 USD / month

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

Funding

Check for any work restrictions

Visit programme website

In order for us to give you accurate scholarship information, we ask that you please confirm a few details and create an account with us.

Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Biblical Studies.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

About

Overview

Career Opportunities

Get more details

Programme Structure

Check out the full curriculum

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

Explore more key information

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Make sure you meet all requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Lynchburg

Funding

Check for any work restrictions

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

Our partners