OpenFieldDoctor of Ministry in Strategic Leadership and Church Multiplication
Three-year cohort-based doctoral curriculum emphasizing organizational theology, missional leadership structures, cross-cultural church planting, and major dissertation research.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Master of Divinity (M.Div.) or equivalent theological master's degree with minimum 3.0 GPA.
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 7.0.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Major theological writing sample, ministry resume with at least 3 years ministry experience.
- Recommendation letters
- Three reference letters (two pastoral, one academic).
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Ministry partner grants providing up to $5,000 in doctoral tuition assistance
- Application fee
- $75 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- $595 per credit hour (30 credit hours total)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- May 1, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Colorado Christian University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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