Master of Arts in Theological Studies

The M.A.T.S. is a 60-credit hour program with core courses in biblical studies, church and ministry, theology, history, ethics and society. A rich assortment of electives is also available.

• Complete an application.
• Schedule an information meeting with an Enrollment Counselor one of two ways:
  • By email
  • Fill out this form
• Bethel University requires an official transcript from the college or university you received your Bachelor degree from. They can be mailed in a sealed envelope or sent electronically to AGSAdmission@BethelUniversity.edu.
• Complete FAFSA and contact financial aid at 574.807.7326 if you are seeking federal student loans.

Course descriptions and course schedules

• Accelerated classes start every 7 weeks.
• Convenient courses meet once a week.
• Online courses available.
• Credit opportunities for prior learning experience.
• Competitive tuition rates for adult students.
• Assistance with financial aid.

Graduate Programs

Fees (per semester) for all programs:

• Full-time graduate students: $185
• All part-time students: $155

Service Assessment (per semester) for all programs:

• Full-time undergraduate nontraditional students: $185
• Full-time graduate students: $160
• All part-time students: $135
• Summer school: $125

• Complete an application online
• An accredited baccalaureate degree with a 2.5 GPA or higher (students with less than a 2.5 GPA may be granted conditional admission with the program coordinator’s approval.
• Biographical sketch of 300 words covering your history, personal religious faith, why you are taking graduate studies, and why you selected Bethel College.
• Three references, examples: your pastor, spiritual mentor or professor.
• Bethel College requires official transcripts from each college/university attended. They can be mailed in a sealed envelope or sent electronically to agsadmission@BethelCollege.edu

• Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at www.fafsa.ed.gov. Bethel’s federal school code is 001787.
• Contact the Financial Aid Office at 574.807.7326 or Sabrina.Citte@BethelUniversity.edu