Worship Arts and Ministry Degrees
Serve Others Through Worship Arts and Ministry in Many Industries
Grand Canyon University offers you the opportunity to turn your calling into a career by pursuing one of our worship arts and ministry degrees. From media ministry to urban and global ministry to advanced ministerial studies, the College of Theology at GCU has a ministry degree option that can best suit your personal, spiritual and professional goals.
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Earn your ministry degree to take the first step toward your future career.
Explore Specialties You Can Pursue in Ministry
Earning your ministry degree at GCU allows you to focus your studies on what you’re truly passionate about. From worship arts to urban and global ministry, you can choose your path to channel your calling into a fulfilling and rewarding career in the church.
Fast-Track Your Path to Becoming a Pastor
At GCU, you can put yourself on the path to becoming a pastor in a timely manner while still receiving a quality education from dedicated, knowledgeable faculty.
As part of GCU’s commitment to affordable education, students in GCU’s accelerated bachelor’s to MDiv degree program can apply for the Barnabas Scholarship and graduate in as little as 5 years.3
Learn MoreAccredited and Respected Ministry Degrees From GCU
Ministry degrees at GCU are proudly accredited, leaving no room for doubt that you’re earning a quality degree from a university that meets high educational standards.
Ministry degrees at GCU are offered through various formats, so you can decide which program and setting best fits your lifestyle and schedule. Whether you get your online ministry degree, prefer an on-campus environment or need evening classes, GCU can provide you with the resources and support you need.
GCU offers a range of resources and information to help you pursue an affordable, Christian education. Aspiring pastors should consider the Barnabas Scholarship if participating in the Barnabas Pastoral Program.3
Types of Ministry Degrees at GCU
At GCU, we offer various levels of ministry degrees. Earn your degree and further your career whether you’re a newcomer to college or an experienced professional in the church.
Bachelor’s in Ministry Degree
Browse through our different undergraduate ministry degree options to find the one that best supports your sense of calling.
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Master’s Degrees in Ministry
GCU offers various ministry master’s degree options to provide you with the opportunity to earn a degree that best fits your desire to grow in your relationship with the Lord as you minister to others.
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Doctoral Ministry Degree Programs
Advance your ministerial knowledge to the highest level by pursuing a doctoral ministry degree. Work to gain the knowledge and skills you need to become a potential leader in the church.
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Graduate Certificates in Ministry
Earning a graduate certificate could be the next best step in your ministerial service. Explore our graduate certificate options.
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A ministry or worship arts degree from GCU can prepare you to explore various career opportunities. With the knowledge and experiences you can gain from a GCU ministry degree, you’ll have the opportunity to demonstrate your love of Christ and passion for servant leadership to future churches and ministries where you may serve.
FAQs for Ministry Degrees
Our frequently asked questions are here to provide you with in-depth answers to questions you may have about pursuing a career in ministry.
1 The earnings referenced were reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (“BLS”), Postsecondary Philosophy and Religion Teachers, as of May 2022, retrieved on Jan. 2, 2024. Due to COVID-19, data from 2020 to 2022 may be atypical compared to prior years. BLS calculates the median using salaries of workers nationwide with varying levels of education and experience. It does not reflect the earnings of GCU graduates as postsecondary philosophy and religion teachers, nor does it reflect earnings of workers in one city or region of the country or a typical entry-level salary. Median income is the statistical midpoint for the range of salaries in a specific occupation. It represents what you would earn if you were paid more money than half the workers in an occupation, and less than half the workers in an occupation. It may give you a basis to estimate what you might earn at some point if you enter this career. Grand Canyon University can make no guarantees on individual graduates’ salaries. Your employability will be determined by numerous factors over which GCU has no control, such as the employer the graduate chooses to apply to, the graduate’s experience level, individual characteristics, skills, etc., against a pool of candidates.
2 The earnings referenced were reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (“BLS”), Clergy, as of May 2022, retrieved on Jan. 2, 2024. Due to COVID-19, data from 2020 to 2022 may be atypical compared to prior years. BLS calculates the median using salaries of workers nationwide with varying levels of education and experience. It does not reflect the earnings of GCU graduates as clergy, nor does it reflect earnings of workers in one city or region of the country or a typical entry-level salary. Median income is the statistical midpoint for the range of salaries in a specific occupation. It represents what you would earn if you were paid more money than half the workers in an occupation, and less than half the workers in an occupation. It may give you a basis to estimate what you might earn at some point if you enter this career. Grand Canyon University can make no guarantees on individual graduates’ salaries. Your employability will be determined by numerous factors over which GCU has no control, such as the employer the graduate chooses to apply to, the graduate’s experience level, individual characteristics, skills, etc., against a pool of candidates.
3 The Barnabas Pastoral Scholarship will be used to cover your GCU tuition expenses in your fifth year of enrollment. This scholarship has no cash value and cannot be used for room and board.
4 Suggs, A. (2023, Nov. 9). Your Complete Step-by-Step Guide to Becoming a Pastor. ChristianMinistryEDU. Retrieved Jan. 16, 2024.
5 ChristianEducation.com. (n.d.). Becoming a Religious Teacher. Retrieved Jan 16, 2024.
6 Indeed. (2022, June 4). How To Become a Youth Pastor. Retrieved Jan. 16, 2024.
Grand Canyon University's ministry degrees offer the flexibility you need to get ahead, while providing a quality education to help you thrive.