Master of Religious Education (MRE)

Today you have the opportunity to make an important decision that could significantly impact the lives of others, further your personal ministry, and influence your future involvement in ministry. By choosing to earn your Master of Religious Education you can set that opportunity in motion.

Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary’s Master of Religious Education program is the professional theological degree in Christian education and discipleship ministries, and is well-suited for individuals seeking a broad, foundational graduate degree in church ministry. This program is designed to equip men and women called by God to serve as professional Christian workers in such capacities as associate pastor, discipleship pastor, and small group pastor, as well as other positions that require a general knowledge of church educational programs and discipleship ministries.

Students having graduated with the MAR degree may transfer all 45 hours, as applicable, into the MRE program.

Students having graduated with the MRE degree may transfer all 60 hours, as applicable, into the MDiv program.

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Quick Facts

2009–10 Tuition

$265 per credit hour (0-8 credit hours or 16+ credit hours)

$2200 Seminary block rate for students enrolled in 9-15 credit hours

Program Delivery Format

Online, Blended, Resident

Credit Hours

• 60 total hours

• Up to 15 credit hours can be transferred in

Potential Career Options

• Christian Educator

• Christian School Administrator

• Church Education Administrator

• Curriculum Director

• Instructional Supervisor

• Sunday School Administrator

Want to learn more?

Visit the Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary website

Download Degree Completion Plan

Admissions Requirements