Theology & Ministry

Boston University’s School of Theology offers a Doctor of Ministry (DMin) program in Transformational Leadership, structured as a three-year, low‑residency hybrid. Students engage in robust online coursework such as Transformational Leadership, Contextual Analysis, Research Methods, and a Directed Study Project while meeting in Boston for intensive in-person seminars each August and January. Classes emphasize peer learning, contextual reflection, and practical application of ministry theory through interactive web conferences, live chats, and access to BU’s extensive library resources. The program is open to those with an MDiv (or equivalent) and three years of professional ministry, and it culminates in a project that often addresses real-world community needs.

The School of Theology also offers a fully online Master of Divinity (OMDiv), a 72-credit graduate degree designed for students pursuing ordained or endorsed ministry while remaining rooted in their communities. The program provides a rigorous theological education that integrates study of sacred texts, church history, ethics, spirituality, and public leadership with practical ministry formation. Students complete foundational coursework alongside electives and contextual education placements in the communities where they live and serve. Courses combine asynchronous learning with weekly live class sessions to foster discussion and community, while online students can participate in livestreamed chapel services, lectures, and virtual gatherings. OMDiv students receive access to Boston University Libraries, faculty advising, and academic support resources, and all enrolled students receive an automatic tuition discount with additional scholarship opportunities available.