Offered in the Theological School's Graduate Division of Religion, the Doctor of Philosophy degree supports graduate research in such fields as American religious history, biblical studies, Christianity in late antiquity, liturgical studies, theology and philosophy, Christian ethics, and the anthropology, psychology and sociology of religion.
The Doctor of Ministry program at Drew is a quality, multidisciplinary program for ministerial leaders who have distinguished themselves in the practice of ministry.
It demands both a "group process" (of finding your passion and becoming a prophet) and a "professional contribution" (an implemented, evaluated and critically articulated act of ministry) in a professional thesis project.
The degree requires at least six semesters for completion, and features a stellar, mobile faculty and flexible curriculum.
Most groups form in the fall, continue to meet through winter and spring, and come together after the first year for a four-week summer intensive at the Drew campus. The program culminates in a professional project and publishable paper of one's process, findings and learnings.
A Note on Our Master's Degree Programs: The faculty of Drew Theological School has approved a reordering of the masters’ level degrees offered by the school. Pending appropriate approvals of the MA and MA in Ministry from our accrediting body in January 2009, DTS will offer admission to four masters degrees beginning in Fall 2009. Here are brief descriptions of each of the degree programs:
The Master of Divinity degree is a three-year, 84-credit program that is the most widely recognized and accepted degree for religious professionals. Many denominations require the M. Div. for ordination.
The Master of Sacred Theology program is a one-year, 18 credit, degree program for those who have already completed the M. Div. or its equivalent and who wish to pursue further study in a particular academic field within the curriculum of the Theological School.
The Master of Arts program is a two-year master’s degree designed for students who wish to attain a foundation for further studies in religion at the doctoral level, to explore the religious disciplines for personal interests or to acquire a background for teaching at the secondary level. This degree is not designed to lead to ordination and does not presuppose any particular faith stance.
The Master of Arts in Ministry degree is a two-year, 45-credit, professional master’s degree for students preparing for leadership in congregations, non-profit agencies, or other organizations. It may also be used by those who are preparing for ordination as a deacon in the United Methodist church.
If you would like to discuss which degree program is best suited to your plans, please feel free to contact the Admissions Office at (973) 408-3111 or the Associate Academic Dean at (973) 408-3419.
