Make an original contribution to Pentecostal ministry
What You'll Be Equipped to Do
Upon completing the D.Min., you'll be prepared to:
Develop insights and practices that advance the field based on your unique ministry experience
Think critically at a doctoral level
Conduct high-quality research and apply it directly to real-world ministry challenges
Lead with theological depth
Exegete Scripture through a Pentecostal hermeneutic and apply biblical truth to contemporary ministry contexts
Bridge scholarship and practice
Integrate rigorous academic work with the lived reality of pastoral leadership
Who This Program Is For
This doctoral degree is designed for those who want to become a minister or a Bible college instructor.
This degree is ideal for:
Pastors who want to deepen their theological training while serving their congregation
Leaders preparing to teach at the Bible college level
Those called to advanced ministry with both theological depth and practical application
BCCS’s retention rate goal is 60% or greater.
Prerequisites include 3+ years of full-time or bi-vocational ministry experience, along with current involvement.
Program Overview
36 Semester Hours | Complete in 4 Years
Our D.Min. program is structured to fit the rhythm of active ministry. Classes meet on a semester basis (Fall and Spring), with weekly 90-minute seminars where you'll engage in guided discussions, present your research, and learn alongside other ministry leaders. The rest of your time is spent reading, researching, and writing—on your schedule.
Synchronous Seminar Meetings
You'll meet with your instructor and cohort once a week for an hour and a half. Seminar times are coordinated between students and instructors to accommodate different time zones and ministry schedules.
Affordable & Accessible
Thanks to our generous donors, students pay just $800 per semester—no matter how many classes you take. That's only $1,600 per year for a fully accredited doctoral degree.
Completion Timeline
Most students complete the program in 4 years. You have a maximum of 6 years to finish, including your dissertation.
What You’ll Study
Our D.Min. curriculum blends rigorous theological study with practical ministry application—preparing you to lead with both depth and effectiveness.
Go In-Depth
For a comprehensive, detailed review of the program, please view the handbook below.
Course Preview
Throughout the program, you'll engage with:
Core Theological Studies
Doctoral Research and Writing, Pentecostal Hermeneutics, Pentecostal Theology of Ministry
Ministry Practice & Leadership
Pentecostal Preaching, Practical Ministry Electives, Higher Education Administration
Academic Preparation
Teaching Practicum, Bible or Theology Electives
Dissertation Development
Doctoral Dissertation and Defense
Ready to Apply?
Applying is simple. Submit your application, provide your transcripts and references, and connect with our admissions team. They'll walk you through the process and help you discern if this program is the right fit for your ministry.
Questions?
Whether you're wondering about program structure, course scheduling, or how the D.Min. integrates with your current ministry, our team is ready to help.
