Online Master in Ministry
The upcoming application deadline is October 9th for the MIM program. Start your application today!
Our College of Ministry graduate programs strive to provide a premium experience for equipping Kingdom leaders. Whether it is your desire to go deeper in your theological and biblical understanding, more fully embrace your vocation in ministry, and/or grow as a leader, rest assured that you have come to the right place. At Northwest University, you will learn from distinguished faculty who combine a passion for the work of the Kingdom with significant scholarly training. We believe your investment in a graduate education will help you make a difference as you embrace the good work to which God has called you.
Program Quick Facts
- Next start: October 23, 2023
- 6 start dates per year
- 30 credits
- $622 per credit
- $18,660 total tuition costs (2023–24)
- Fully accredited university
Highest Accreditation
Not all online programs are accredited—something you never have to worry about at NU.
Exceptional Education
80+ years of experience and knowledge went into creating our online courses.
Faith Integration
Every course includes a component that helps you relate the subject to your faith.
Faculty Who Care
Our instructors are experts who love students and bring out their very best.

Word from the Dean of the College of Ministry
“The College of Ministry serves our community by helping make it one where faith truly seeks understanding. In addition to teaching the Bible to students from many and varied majors, our faculty (all ordained ministers) stand ready to serve as spiritual mentors for the students under our care.”
Dr. Joshua Ziefle
Dean, College of Ministry
Purpose
The Master in Ministry (MIM) is a totally online graduate degree offered by the College of Ministry at Northwest University. It is designed to prepare students—intellectually, spiritually, and functionally—for vocational or lay ministry in a variety of contexts. This program provides a foundational education to anyone seeking entry into ministry. It is specifically designed for students with non-ministry bachelor’s degrees and those seeking their ministerial credentials.
Program Highlights and Structure
The MIM degree program is specifically targeted for individuals who evidence a divine call on their life and wish to pursue lay or vocational ministry and who already possess an undergraduate degree in a field other than Bible, Theology, Christian Education, or Ministry. We recognize that men and women are called to ministry from a variety of backgrounds, and offer this degree as an opportunity for those who want to follow the next steps of the Lord’s leading. Students studying for this degree can expect coursework related to Scripture, theology, and ministry. Significantly, the MIM provides individuals wishing to transition into ministry from a lay background by providing the academic foundation needed to obtain ministerial credentials.
The MIM is designed with a completely online delivery system enabling students to complete this degree in sixteen months or (four semesters). Students whose schedules may periodically prevent full-time enrollment can reduce their load under the guidance of trained academic advisors. Thus, working professionals can remain fully engaged within their profession while furthering their education. Students participate in an online mutually- supportive and engaging learning community that empowers and reinforces Christian leadership formation. In some situations students may elect to complete certain courses via traditional in-person settings: single four-day intensives and as a set of three Friday/Saturday weekend intensives This flexible delivery format is designed to accommodate the diverse needs and desires of our graduate students.
View Course Descriptions
You can explore program details such as course descriptions and graduation requirements for this program in our academic catalog.
Go to the Catalog
Questions about this program?
I would love to answer any questions about the Master in Ministry program that you may have.
Brennan Hinton
Graduate Enrollment Counselor
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425-889-7795