Cedarville Magazine Spring 2026

MASTER OF DIVINITY (MDiv) PROGRAM DETAILS: §Program Level: Graduate §Program Delivery: In person §Credit Hours: 61–79 §Completion Time: Two to three years, depending on MDiv pathway. CONCENTRATIONS: §Bible Translation §Biblical and Theological Studies Research §Biblical Care and Counseling §Church Planting and Revitalization §Ministry Leadership (MDiv+MBA Pathway) §Philosophy and Theology §Missions §Pastoral Leadership §Women’s Ministry §Youth and Family Ministry FACULTY SPOTLIGHT DR. WILLIAM (BILLY) M. MARSH Associate Professor of Theology; Director of MDiv Programs As director of the MDiv, Dr. Billy Marsh teaches several classes within the program and oversees students’ ministry internships. He has made significant contributions to Reformation studies and Martin Luther studies. Dr. Marsh is a lifelong student of the Word who passes on a deep passion for theology to his students, preparing them to rightly interpret, share, and treasure the Word of God. Ten years ago, we launched the Master of Divinity, and it has quickly become the SBTS's flagship program. Each MDiv student is equipped with a thorough understanding of the Bible, skills to teach effectively, and a disposition to be shaped by the Bible. We prepare each student to be a minister of the Word with over 40 hours of practical ministry training, including a concentration that matches their calling. THE SCHOOL OF BIBLICAL AND THEOLOGICAL STUDIES PATHWAYS: §BA+MDiv Accelerated Pathway: Earn both your BA in biblical studies and your MDiv in just five years. §Advanced MDiv: Transfer up to 30 credits of undergraduate coursework to your MDiv so you can complete your MDiv from any undergraduate major. §Traditional MDiv: Complete in-depth theological study and practical ministry training in this three-year program. CEDARVILLE.EDU/MDIV 14

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