The master of arts in religion (M.A.R.) is a graduate theology degree that’s typically shorter than a master of divinity (M.Div.) degree. Most seminaries’ M.A.R. degrees lay a broad theological foundation while offering opportunities to focus on a specific area of study.
Accredited M.A.R. degree programs usually require students to have a bachelor degree. Upon graduating with an M.A.R., students may continue academic studies, pursue church ministry, lead in a parachurch or nonprofit organization, become a missionary or pursue almost any number of other callings. If pursuing academic study, students might enroll in another masters-level program or a doctoral degree program after finishing an M.A.R.
Seminaries with Accredited Master of Arts in Religion Degrees (General)
- Baptist Missionary Association Theological Seminary (M.A. in Religion)
- Logsdon SEminary (M.A. in Religion)
- Seminary of the Southwest (M.A. in Reilgion)
M.A.R. Degrees — Apologetics
- Howard University School of Divinity (M.A. in Religious Studies with Isalmic Studies focus)
- Lutheran Theological Seminary at Philadelphia (M.A.R. with Interfaith Studies focus)
M.A.R. Degrees — Biblical Studies
- Howard University School of Divinity (M.A. in Religious Studies with Biblical Studies focus)
- Lutheran Theological Seminary at Gettysburg (M.A.R. with Biblical Studies focus)
- Lutheran Theological Seminary at Philadelphia (M.A.R. with Bible focus)
- Trinity Episcopal School for Ministry (M.A.R. with Biblical Studies track)
M.A.R. Degrees — Christian Education
- Lutheran Theological Seminary at Philadelphia (M.A.R. with Christian Education focus)
M.A.R. Degrees — Church History
- Lutheran Theological Seminary at Gettysburg (M.A.R. with History and Theology focus)
- Lutheran Theological Seminary at Philadelphia (M.A.R. with History focus)
- Trinity Episcopal School for Ministry (M.A.R. with Christian History and Theology track)
M.A.R. Degrees — Cultural
- Lutheran Theological Seminary at Gettysburg (M.A.R. with Religion and Media focus)
M.A.R. Degrees — Denominational Studies
- Lutheran Theological Seminary at Philadelphia (M.A.R. with Lutheran Studies focus)
- Trinity Episcopal School for Ministry (M.A.R. with Christian History and Theology for Lutherans track)
M.A.R. Degrees — Ethics
- Howard University School of Divinity (M.A. in Religious Studies with Etics and Social Juctice focus)
M.A.R. Degrees — Ministry
- Lutheran Theological Seminary at Gettysburg (M.A.R. with Practical Theology focus)
M.A.R. Degrees — Missiology
- Trinity Episcopal School for Ministry (M.A.R. with Christian Ministry and Missiology track)
- Trinity Episcopal School for Ministry (M.A.R. with Christian Ministry and Missiology for Lutherans track)
M.A.R. Degrees — Pastoral
- Lutheran Theological Seminary at Philadelphia (M.A.R. with Pastoral Care focus)
- Lutheran Theological Seminary at Philadelphia (M.A.R. with Diaconal Ministry focus)
M.A.R. Degrees — Systematic Theology
- Lutheran Theological Seminary at Gettysburg (M.A.R. with History and Theology focus)
- Lutheran Theological Seminary at Philadelphia (M.A.R. with Theology focus)
Dual M.A.R. and M.Div. Degree Programs
- M. Christopher White School of Divinity (M.A.R. and M.Div.)
Looking for other seminary degrees? There are:
- master of divinity
- master of arts in ministerial studies
- master of theological studies
- master of sacred theology
- doctor of ministry
And many more seminary school degrees.