Master of Arts in World Mission and Evangelism
The Master of Arts in World Mission and Evangelism introduces students to biblical, historical, theological, and contextual foundations for the faithful, informed and effective practice of mission across cultures and for evangelism within the student’s own culture.
Admission Requirements
- Application
- Official transcripts from all postsecondary degree conferring schools sent to Admissions directly from the institution
- $50 non-refundable application fee
- Personal history
- Reference forms
- A professor or academic administrator
- A lay person
- The pastor of the church you attend, or another minister
- A personal friend or acquaintance
- 2.75/4.00 grade point average
Applicants whose grade point average falls between 2.50 and 2.75 may be admitted on a “reduced load” basis. For applicants whose cumulative grade point average is below 2.50, a score of 50 on the Miller Analogies Test or a 500 on the verbal section of the Graduate Record Examination is required. - For applicants whose native language is other than English, 79 internet (550 paper) TOEFL score or 7.0 IELTS
Course Structure (60 hours)
- M.A. Core (18 hours)
- Kingdom, Church and World
- Vocation of Ministry
- Introduction to Biblical Studies (may sub OT520 & NT520 & IBS-1)
- Turning Points in Church History
- Basic Christian Doctrine or Method and Praxis in Theology
- World Mission and Evangelism Core (30 hours)
- Expanding Our Worldview
- Evangelism and Church Growth
- Mission History and Theology
- World Religions
- Biblical Theology of Mission/Evangelism
- Mentored Ministry in World Missions and Evangelism
- World Missions and Evangelism Electives
- Senior Reflection Community in World Missions and Evangelism
- General Electives (12 hours)
In addition to these classes, students are required to complete a Bible Competency Examination.