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Master of Biblical Literature
- Tulsa, United States
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
Teaches methods for interpreting Scripture and builds working knowledge of biblical languages.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Critically evaluate concepts and methods in Biblical Literature to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in Core topics include biblical hermeneutics
- Biblical literature. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.
Career outcomes
- Senior or associate pastor
- Bible school teaching
- Pastoral counseling
- Doctoral-level preparation
Curriculum
- Core topics include biblical hermeneutics
- Biblical literature
- Biblical Hebrew and Greek
- Semitic languages
- Translation of biblical texts
- Biblical theology
- Research and writing in biblical studies
- And history and criticism of the biblical canon. An Advanced Languages concentration deepens Hebrew and Greek proficiency.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Accredited bachelor's degree with official transcripts and a personal sketch
- M.S. Computer Science needs a technical bachelor's and 2.5 GPA
- M.A. Communication needs 3.0 GPA
- Non-U.S. Transcripts need a course-by-course evaluation
- Varies by programme: M.S. Computer Science requires minimum undergraduate GPA 2.5
- Programmes need an accredited bachelor degree
- Official transcripts
- Personal sketch
- Some need GRE/MAT or recommendations.
Accepted academic background
Accredited bachelor degree (related field for some programmes, E.g. Technical bachelor for M.S. Computer Science), Non-US degrees need a course-by-course credential evaluation.
Language tests
- TOEFL iBT 80
- TOEFL PBT 550
- IELTS 6.0
Documents you’ll need
- University Transcripts
- Bachelor's Degree Certificate
- Passport Copy
- Language Proficiency Test Results (if required).
How to apply
- Check requirements for your programme. Apply online at. No application fee is stated. Upload a personal sketch
- Official transcripts (course-by-course evaluation for non-U.S. Degrees)
- resume or writing samples where the programme asks. Provide English proof (TOEFL iBT 80 or IELTS 6.0 for education programmes) and take programme tests or interviews where required
- Such as the GRE for the Ph.D.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $10,140, $14,460 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $75 USD |
| Deposit | $500 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Main Campus, Tulsa |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Theology & Ministry |
| Department | Biblical Literature |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 36 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | Scholarship or bursary availability is indicated for this institution. Award eligibility, Funding amounts and deadlines must be confirmed for the specific program and applicant. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
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Program starts
August 2027
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Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
Tuition is $10,140, $14,460 USD per year. The application fee is $75 USD. The deposit is $500 USD. The estimated living cost is $11,560 USD.
Accepted language tests: TOEFL iBT 80, TOEFL PBT 550, IELTS 6.0.