Program Overview
The Master of Divinity (M.Div.) in Chaplaincy is a graduate-level religious education program designed to prepare students for advanced Christian ministry and chaplaincy service in diverse institutional, community, and faith-based environments. The program integrates biblical and theological study with chaplaincy formation, pastoral care, ethical responsibility, counseling principles, spiritual support, and ministry leadership. Students develop the ability to engage individuals and families experiencing grief, crisis, transition, spiritual concerns, and other significant life circumstances while serving with compassion, discernment, cultural awareness, and appropriate professional boundaries. Graduate study emphasizes theological reflection, responsible application of Scripture, pastoral judgment, ethical decision-making, and the ability to provide Christian spiritual care within complex and diverse environments. The program emphasizes advanced ministry competency, theological integration, pastoral presence, ethical leadership, compassionate care, and responsible Christian chaplaincy practice. Students demonstrate graduate-level mastery and integration of the major areas of study through the Master of Divinity in Chaplaincy Final Comprehensive Examination.