Academics

UDTS offers three graduate theological degree programs: Master of Divinity (MDiv), Master of Arts in Mission and Discipleship (MAMD), and Doctor of Ministry (DMin). The University of Dubuque offers the Master of Arts in Ministry (MAM) degree.

Our students routinely excel in the classroom and are well prepared for denominational ordination exams. 

Click on the links below to learn more about the goals and requirements for each of our graduate degrees.

Master of Divinity (MDiv) - 75 credit, Distance or Residential with August Residency

Master of Arts in Mission Discipleship (MAMD) - 40 credit, Distance or Residential with August Residency

Master of Arts in Reformed Theology - 36 credit, hybrid

Master of Arts in Ministry (MAM) - 30 credit, 100% Online

Doctor of Ministry (DMin) - 40 credit, Distance with May Residency

We also offer the Christian Leadership Program, created to educate future lay ministers during their commissioning process and provide any interested Christian access to high quality, online seminary education.

At UDTS, we value building community for students, regardless of whether they are residential or learning from a distance. Do you have questions about life in seminary? Reach out to UDTS Admission at UDTSAdmission@dbq.edu or 563.589.3115 to be connected with a current student.