MA in Intercultural Studies
MAIS
The Master of Arts in Intercultural Studies is a multidisciplinary program focused on learning about other cultures and developing skills in negotiating across cultural boundaries, both within and outside the United States. Appropriate academic disciplines for this degree include anthropology, sociology, ethics, and theology.
Admission Requirements
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Application
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$50 non-refundable application fee
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Accredited bachelor's degree
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2.75/4.00 grade point average* (minimum second class)
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Official transcripts of all postsecondary schools where more than one semester of coursework was completed sent to Admissions directly from the institution
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Four References
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Pastor (required)
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Access to the Internet (registration, course schedules, syllabi and much of the program's communication is online.)
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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.
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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 Requirements (18 hours)
- Kingdom, Church and World
- Vocation of Ministry
- Introduction to Biblical Studies 1 & 2
- Turning Points in Church History
- Basic Christian Doctrine or Method and Praxis in Theology
Intercultural Studies Core (17 hours)
- Anthropology for Christian Mission
- Sociology of Religion
- Introduction to World Religions
- Contextual Theology
- Christian Ethics
- Mentored Mission
- Senior Reflection Seminar
Intercultural Studies Electives (15 hours)
General Electives (10 hours)
*If your GPA [or GRE scores] do not meet the minimum requirement or does not accurately reflect your ability to succeed at Asbury, you will have an opportunity to explain in your personal history essay.
