Why get a graduate certificate in Christian Studies at Northwestern?

This certificate will expand your knowledge of scripture and theology as you gain an introduction to graduate-level education. By completing key courses from the Master of Arts in Theological Studies (MATS) program, you will grow deeper in biblical knowledge.

The Graduate Certificate in Christian Studies is fully transferable toward completion of the Master of Arts in Theological Studies (MATS), the Master of Arts in Ministry Leadership (MAML), or the Master of Divinity (MDIV), should you want to continue your studies. Students entering the program must already have a bachelor’s degree.

If you have a passion to study the Bible and want to understand important theological concepts, this might be the right graduate certificate for you.

What will you learn?

Some classes include:

• Spiritual Formation
• Biblical Hermeneutics
• Biblical History
• Theology

As a Christian Studies student, will learn to analyze, think critically, and become well-grounded in Scripture.