Degree Comparison Charts
Master's Degree Comparison Chart
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MDiv | MTS | MATM | MAGML |
MAC | MJA | |
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SCHOOL | School of Mission and Theology | School of Mission and Theology | School of Mission and Theology | School of Mission and Theology | School of Mission and Theology | School of Mission and Theology |
TOTAL UNITS | 120 quarter units | 80 quarter units |
80 quarter units
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80 quarter units | 64 quarter units | 60 quarter units |
DEGREE PREREQUISITES | An accredited bachelor's degree with a cumulative undergraduate grade point average of 2.7 or above* | An accredited bachelor's degree with a cumulative undergraduate grade point average of 2.7 or above* |
An accredited bachelor's degree with a cumulative undergraduate grade point average of 2.7 or above* | An accredited bachelor's degree with a cumulative undergraduate grade point average of 2.7 or above* | An accredited bachelor's degree with a cumulative undergraduate grade point average of 2.7 or above* | An accredited bachelor's degree with a cumulative undergraduate grade point average of 2.7 or above* Also requires 3-5 years of work experience in justice and advocacy. |
KEY BENEFITS | Provides a full, comprehensive training in biblical studies and theology to open doors for ordination, further academics, parachurch ministry, or service in any vocation | Gives students a solid academic foundation in biblical and theological studies for further academic studies or to inform one's ministry and work in local communities | Forms students for work in the local church or communities through a range of biblical, theological and ministry leadership courses, and through a practicum to help students integrate theory into practice | Prepares students for service in cross/multi-cultural contexts, equipping students with theological, biblical, sociological and anthropological tools. The program will enriches students' leadership skills with newfound insights into leadership roles and relationships. | Prepares chaplains to create new paths and spaces for providing spiritual care while staying grounded in their personal Christian faith. | Provides a formational education for those enacting God’s call to “do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly” in their contexts. This online program equips students with a comprehensive understanding of the pursuit of justice as an integral part of God’s mission in the world. |
COMPLETION TIME | Online MDiv has a 3-5 year completion rate. Pasadena and Houston Cohorts require a 3-year, full-time pace. | Typical 2 - 4 year completion rate. | Online MATM has a 2-4 year completion rate. The Houston Cohort requires a 2-year, full-time pace. | Typical 2 - 4 year completion rate. | 2 years (Cohort pace required) | 2 to 2-1/2 years (cohort pace required) |
FLEXIBILITY | Pasadena Hybrid, Houston Hybrid, or 100% online |
100% online | 100% online or Houston Hybrid | 100% online | Houston Hybrid | 100% online |
VISA ELIGIBILITY | No** | No | No | No | No | No |
LANGUAGE OPTIONS | English and Spanish | English | English and Spanish | English | English | English |
ACADEMIC CALENDAR | Class Start Dates | Class Start Dates | Class Start Dates | Class Start Dates | Class Start Dates | Class Start Dates |
APPLICATION DEADLINES | Accepts students for Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer quarters. | Accepts students for Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer quarters. | Accepts students for Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer quarters. | Accepts students for Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer quarters. | Accepts students for the Fall Qtr Only. | Accepts students for the Fall Qtr Only. |
COURSE SCHEDULE | View Schedule | View Schedule | View Schedule | View Schedule | View Schedule | View Schedule |
TUITION AND FEES | Click here for more information | Click here for more information | Click here for more information | Click here for more information | Click here for more information | Click here for more information |
DEGREE OUTLINE | MDIV Degree Outline | MTS Degree Outline | MATM Degree Outline | MAGML Degree Outline | MAC Degree Outline | MJA Degree Outline |
CONTACT | Admissions Office [email protected] (626) 584-5400 Houston Office [email protected] (713) 360-3401 |
Admissions Office [email protected] (626) 584-5400 |
Admissions Office [email protected] (626) 584-5400 Houston Office [email protected] (713) 360-3401 |
Admissions Office [email protected] (626) 584-5400 |
Wendy Scott Admissions Counselor [email protected] (713) 360-3401 |
Susan Farrar Admissions Counselor [email protected] (626) 831-9039 |
*You may be eligible to apply as a Special Student if you do not hold an accredited bachelor's degree. Click here for more information.
** The Pasadena MDiv Cohort is the only visa-eligible program. Please contact the Admissions Office for more information.
DMIN | DGL | PhD Theology | PhD Intercultural Studies | ThM Theology | ThM ICS | |
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SCHOOL | School of Mission and Theology | School of Mission and Theology | School of Mission and Theology | School of Mission and Theology | School of Mission and Theology | School of Mission and Theology |
TOTAL UNITS | 48 units | 54 units |
58 units
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58 Units | 36 Units | 36 Units |
DEGREE PREREQUISITES | A theological master's degree from an accredited institution with a graduate grade point average of 3.0 or higher. Applicants holding a non-MDiv theological master's degree must demonstrate graduate level courses in the following areas: three (3) biblical studies (including one OT and one NT), a theology, a Church history, and Christian ethics. |
A theological master's degree from an accredited institution with a grade point average of 3.0 or higher. Graduate transcripts should include a balance of theology and/or missiology coursework totaling a minimum of 36 quarter units (27 semester units). Applicants who hold an accredited master's degree but do not meet the above prerequisite coursework may be considered for admission under DGL Preparatory Status. |
Applicants must have a theological master’s degree with a foundation in biblical languages (either an MDiv or a degree equivalent to Fuller's MA in Theology, from an ATS-accredited school), and a cumulative graduate grade point average of 3.5 or above. Applicants wishing to have their transcripts assessed concerning this requirement should contact the Office of Admissions for details. | A master's degree from an accredited institution with a grade point average of 3.5 or higher. Applicants must have completed at least 80 quarter units of graduate-level coursework of a theological nature that includes one graduate course in a behavioral or social science discipline (such as Cultural Anthropology) and sufficient academic exposure to specific missiological field. See website for specifics. | An MDiv or equivalent degree, or an MA degree with a strong Biblical Studies emphasis, from an institution accredited by the Association of Theological Schools, with an overall GPA of at least 3.3 on a 4.0 scale | An ATS-approved MDiv degree or its equivalent, or an accredited MA degree of a theological nature of at least 80 quarter units (54 semester units) and the completion of no less than 48 quarter units (32 semester units) of graduate-level theological studies prior to beginning the ThM program, with a cumulative graduate grade point average of 3.3 or above |
KEY BENEFITS | Form pastors and other ministry leaders to be reflective and nimble, stretching them theologically and exposing them to new models of ministry | Equips leaders for research and missionally informed action; Applied research with emphasis on introducing positive change in your particular context of service | Prepares you for a vocation in academic theological teaching and scholarship | Prepares you for research, writing, and teaching with emphasis on intercultural studies | Broaden and deepen your theological knowledge and competencies beyond the Master of Divinity (MDiv) level | Provides students with the missiological framework for research and reflection by building on the biblical, theological, and historical studies gained through their previous work |
COMPLETION TIME | 3-5 years (part-time) |
4 years (part-time) |
4-8 years (full-time) |
3-8 years (full-time) |
1-2 years | 1-2 years |
FLEXIBILITY | Hybrid, with one on-campus seminar per year. Personalized Track students have a 100% online option. | Primarily online (cohort) and 4 on-campus intensives. | On campus (Pasadena); second phase may be completed from a distance | On campus (Pasadena) with 18-month minimum requirements |
On campus (Pasadena) | On campus (Pasadena) |
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
WHO SHOULD CONSIDER THIS PROGRAM? | Pastors and ministry leaders who are looking to be further equipped in their ministry call by learning new models of ministry and leadership. | Experienced leaders who want to integrate theory and practical research to develop an individually tailored action plan to effect change in their service context | Individuals seeking a career in academic research and teaching at seminaries, colleges or universities. | Individuals who are inspired to make an academic contribution to missiological theory and knowledge. | Master's degree students who want to pursue advanced study in theological disciplines. | Individuals with MDiv degree or its equivalent who are motivated to pursue concentrated coursework and do research in one area of missiological study. |
LANGUAGE OPTIONS | English, Spanish, and 한국어(Korean) | English and 한국어(Korean) |
English | English | English | English |
APPLICATION DEADLINES | See DMin Website | See DGL Website | January 2 | January 15 | View Deadline | View Deadline |
COURSE SCHEDULE | View Schedule | View Schedule | View Schedule | View Schedule | View Schedule | View Schedule |
CONTACT | Debi Yu [email protected] 626-584-5315 |
Debi Yu [email protected] 626-584-5315 |
Admissions [email protected] 626-584-5400 |
Admissions [email protected] 626-584-5400 |
Admissions [email protected] 626-584-5400 |
Admissions [email protected] 626-584-5400 |
FINANCIAL AID OPPORTUNITIES | 25% institutional scholarship | 30% institutional scholarship | Click here for more information | Click here for more information | Click here for more information | Click here for more information |
ACADEMIC CALENDAR | Class Start Dates | Class Start Dates | Class Start Dates | Class Start Dates | Class Start Dates | Class Start Dates |
MSMFT | DMFT | PhD in Clinical Psychology | PsyD in Clinical Psychology | |
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SCHOOL | School of Psychology & Marriage and Family Therapy | School of Psychology & Marriage and Family Therapy | School of Psychology & Marriage and Family Therapy | School of Psychology & Marriage and Family Therapy |
TOTAL UNITS | 98 quarter units, or 100 units if pursuing License Professional Clinical Counseling License (LPCC) in CA |
70 quarter units | 298 quarter units | 242 quarter units |
DEGREE PREREQUISITES |
An accredited bachelor's degree with a cumulative undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 or above | An accredited MA or MS in the licensure the applicant holds, including but not limited to the MFT degree, with a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or above. Applicants must provide proof of active licensure as a Marriage and Family Therapist or related mental health licensure, including: Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) | An accredited bachelor's degree with required psychology and statistics prerequisite coursework. An undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 or higher is considered competitive | An accredited bachelor's degree with required psychology and statistics prerequisite coursework. An undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 or higher is considered competitive |
KEY BENEFITS | Forms you to serve as a skilled therapist and spiritually grounded therapist or counselor who will guide others to healing and wholeness | The program is designed for licensed mental health clinicians who are seeking to deepen their clinical expertise and further their professional training. A hallmark of the DMFT program is the clinician-consultant model, founded on our core belief that clinicians who specialize in the treatment of couples and families are uniquely equipped for consulting based on their knowledge of systemic theories and the process of change. | Forms you to serve as a skilled clinical practitioner and research interpreter with a theological understanding that richly informs your work. Give you unique training in the integration of psychology and theology, and will provide you with a unique opportunity to receive training working with clients from diverse population groups | Forms you to serve as a skilled clinical practitioner and research interpreter with a theological understanding that richly informs your work. Give you unique training in the integration of psychology and theology, and will provide you with a unique opportunity to receive training working with diverse population groups |
COMPLETION TIME |
2 - 3 years | 2 years | 6 years | 5 years |
FLEXIBILITY | On campus (Pasadena, Phoenix campuses) |
Hybrid: online and in-personMeeting at Phoenix campus for Fall Term, Pasadena campus for Winter Term and Houston campus for Spring Term | On campus (Pasadena) |
On campus (Pasadena) |
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
WHO SHOULD CONSIDER THIS PROGRAM? | Individuals who hold an accredited bachelors degree and would like to pursue a career in clinical practice | Individuals who are licensed mental health clinicians seeking to licensed clinicians seeking to deepen their clinical skills while learning how to translate their clinical expertise as consultants in diverse settings, culminating in a clinically focused dissertation. | Individuals who would like preparation for careers focusing on: 1) teaching and conducting research at major universities 2) working on interdisciplinary teams at hospitals and clinics and 3) independent private practice | Individuals who would like preparation for careers focusing on: 1) independent private practice 2) working on interdisciplinary teams in hospitals and clinics and 3) teaching at the graduate school level |
LANGUAGE OPTIONS | English | English | English | English |
APPLICATION DEADLINE | Spring Qtr Deadline: Jan 31 Fall Qtr Priority: Feb 15 Fall Qtr Final: June 1 |
February 1 (each year) |
Early Application: Nov 1 Final Application: Dec 1 |
Early Application: Nov 1 Final Application: Dec 1 |
COURSE SCHEDULE | View Schedule | View Schedule | View Schedule | View Schedule |
ACADEMIC CALENDAR | Class Start Dates | Class Start Dates | Class Start Dates | Class Start Dates |
CONTACT | Liz Yoshonis Pasadena Campus [email protected] 626-584-5400 Jeffrey Penzone Arizona Campus [email protected] 602-377-1720 |
Jeffrey Penzone [email protected] 602-377-1720 |
Liz Yoshonis [email protected] 626-584-5400 |
Liz Yoshonis [email protected] 626-584-5400 |
DEGREE OUTLINE | MSMFT Degree Outline | DMFT Degree Outline | PhD Degree Outline | PsyD Degree Outline |
FINANCIAL AID OPPORTUNITIES | Vermeer and MSMFT Scholarships. Please contact the admissions counselor for more information. | DMFT Scholarship. Please contact the admissions counselor for more information. | PhD Annual Scholarship Please contact the admissions counselor for more information. |
PsyD Annual Scholarship Please contact the admissions counselor for more information. |
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