Theology Degrees
Explore Biblical and Theological Studies Within Religious Degrees
Grand Canyon University offers different types of theology degrees that can teach you the educational background needed to pursue a career in a church or other religious organization. Answer your calling and turn your passion into a potential career by earning a bachelor’s degree in worship arts or Christian studies — or advance your theology education even further by pursuing a master’s degree in theology, such as the Master of Divinity or Master of Arts in Christian Leadership degree. GCU also offers online and on-campus theology certificate programs in areas such as Christian theology and biblical foundations.
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Earn your theology degree to take the first step toward your future career.
Gain Skills and Competencies Valued in Religious Leaders and Professionals
Graduates of GCU’s Christian studies and theology degree programs are professionals with degrees that are backed by a passion for God’s love and teachings. As a GCU College of Theology student, you will be taught valuable knowledge and to apply critical skills needed to become a modern religious leader.
GCU provides you with an opportunity to pursue your pastoral calling in a timely manner, offering an accelerated timeline to earning your MDiv degree.
As part of GCU’s commitment to affordable education, students in GCU’s accelerated bachelor’s to MDiv degree program can apply for the Barnabas Scholarship to help accelerate their path to ministry.3
Learn MoreAccredited and Respected Theology Degrees From GCU
Theology degrees at GCU can prepare you to become a well-rounded graduate by providing you with a quality, accredited education.
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GCU offers theology degrees on campus, online and in the evening, letting you decide which format best fits your lifestyle and educational goals. Regardless of which format you choose — be it an on-campus Christian studies degree or online theology degree — you can always count on the support of our experienced faculty and resources.
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GCU has a mission to make a private, Christian education affordable for all. If you’re an aspiring pastor, explore the Barnabas Scholarship opportunity for those participating in the Barnabas Pastoral Program.3
Types of Theology Degrees at GCU
Whether you’re just starting out in your collegiate journey, or you’re looking to go back to school to further your career, earning a theology degree from GCU can provide you with a quality biblical and theological studies that you can apply to your spiritual, personal and professional life.
Campus and Online Theology Degree Program FAQs
Read through our frequently asked questions to learn more about earning your theology degree and various career options.
1 The earnings referenced were reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (“BLS”), Postsecondary Philosophy and Religion Teachers, as of May 2022, retrieved on Dec. 27, 2023. Due to COVID-19, data from 2020 to 2022 may be atypical compared to prior years. BLS calculates the median using salaries of workers nationwide with varying levels of education and experience. It does not reflect the earnings of GCU graduates as postsecondary philosophy and religion teachers, nor does it reflect earnings of workers in one city or region of the country or a typical entry-level salary. Median income is the statistical midpoint for the range of salaries in a specific occupation. It represents what you would earn if you were paid more money than half the workers in an occupation, and less than half the workers in an occupation. It may give you a basis to estimate what you might earn at some point if you enter this career. Grand Canyon University can make no guarantees on individual graduates’ salaries. Your employability will be determined by numerous factors over which GCU has no control, such as the employer the graduate chooses to apply to, the graduate’s experience level, individual characteristics, skills, etc., against a pool of candidates.
2 The earnings referenced were reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (“BLS”), Clergy, as of May 2022, retrieved on Dec. 27, 2023. Due to COVID-19, data from 2020 to 2022 may be atypical compared to prior years. BLS calculates the median using salaries of workers nationwide with varying levels of education and experience. It does not reflect the earnings of GCU graduates as clergy, nor does it reflect earnings of workers in one city or region of the country or a typical entry-level salary. Median income is the statistical midpoint for the range of salaries in a specific occupation. It represents what you would earn if you were paid more money than half the workers in an occupation, and less than half the workers in an occupation. It may give you a basis to estimate what you might earn at some point if you enter this career. Grand Canyon University can make no guarantees on individual graduates’ salaries. Your employability will be determined by numerous factors over which GCU has no control, such as the employer the graduate chooses to apply to, the graduate’s experience level, individual characteristics, skills, etc., against a pool of candidates.
3 The Barnabas Pastoral Scholarship will be used to cover your GCU tuition expenses in your fifth year of enrollment. This scholarship has no cash value and cannot be used for room and board.
Grand Canyon University's theology degrees offer the flexibility you need to get ahead, providing a quality education to help you thrive in today's complex world.