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PhD in Biblical Studies

Move beyond reading the Bible devotionally and start engaging it academically. This PhD trains students of Scripture to become skilled researchers, teachers, and interpreters of the Word of God.

Program Quick Facts

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Online, flexible and accessible learning

60

Credit hours needed to complete the program

3

Years to complete

14

Week semesters offered three times per year

Here, you won’t just study the Bible. You’ll learn to steward it.

You’ll engage Scripture in its original languages, wrestle with the text in its historical and theological context, and develop original research that serves both the Church and the academy. Every course is built to sharpen your mind and clarify your calling.

You won’t leave here as a detached academic. You’ll leave as a faithful scholar, equipped to shape conversations, train leaders, and help others understand the Word of God with clarity and conviction.

  • Treats scholarship as discipleship, not detachment
  • Grounds advanced research in faith, humility, and reverence for Scripture
  • Prepares you to teach, write, and lead with confidence and credibility
Online learning student

This doctorate brings together historical insight, original-language study, and theological reflection. You’ll learn not only what Scripture says but how to uncover its meaning in its original context and communicate that truth to the Church and the academy today.

First Year

Second Year

Third Year

Book of Joshua Seminar

    Advanced Semitic Bible Study Methods

    Dissertation Research and Writing II

Book of Samuel Seminar

Doctoral Internship I

Dissertation

Prophets Seminar

Doctoral Internship II

    Dissertation Defense

 NT Biblical Exposition

    Dissertation Topic Development

Dissertation Revisions (If Necessary, Post Defense)

 OT Biblical Exposition

    Doctoral Design and Methodology

 

Semitic Bible Study Methods

    Doctoral Colloquium I

 

    Biblical Greek Grammar I

    Dissertation Research and Writing I

 

Practical Leadership Skills

    Doctoral Colloquium II

 

 

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Many people never pursue theological education because they can't justify the debt. 

We built a different model. 

Low monthly tuition. No student loans. You will earn your degree debt-free so you can step into ministry unburdened. 

The PhD in Biblical Studies program requires 60 credit hours of core and concentration courses which estimates your total cost of attendance at $5,910

  • Anyone who has a calling to ministry, can afford their degree
  • Tuition adjustment programs are available
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YOUR SUCCESS IS OURS

Hear what our students have to say...

50%

Received a ministry promotion or employment after graduation
“My education at QCT gave me opportunities I would have never had without my degree. Because of Queens, I am now a mental health coach and started a prison ministry". 
Dr. Charlene Truss PhD in Psychology-Theology, 2024

85%

of Churches and employers accept credentials from Queens College of Theology
"Because of Queens College of Theology, I was sought after and appointed as a part-time pastor and head of international counseling" 
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Dr. Johan Reiners PhD in Biblical Studies, 2024

92%

Believe our programs helped prepare our graduate for a career in ministry or their Church
"QCT taught me to think for myself, to research and act on the research rather than simply believe what I was told...after graduation, I was appointed as a priest of my childhood Church." 
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Ashley Deutschmann PhD in Biblical Studies, 2025

Why choose Queens College of Theology?

Called to ministry? Pursue a rigorous, debt-free theological path built for real life.
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Mission & Openness

Often require doctrinal agreement up front and steer you toward one tradition.

Mission & Openness

We’re Bible-anchored and invite critical inquiry. You won’t be forced to affirm our beliefs; we equip you to think biblically and form your own convictions.

Format & Flexibility

Set lecture times; participation penalties; commuting or residency expectations.

Format & Flexibility

Fully online, designed for ministry schedules with asynchronous learning (no required live attendance), and 14-week semesters with most assignments due at the end. 

They don't take responsibility

$20k–$60k+ tuition, surprise fees, and stacks of textbooks costs

Cost

Transparent pricing with no hidden fees. Students know the full cost of their degree upfront, with tuition averaging 50% less than comparable seminaries.

Aiming too high, falling short

Accredited and built to check the boxes for secular licensure for reporting requirements. 

Credentials and Calling

Queens College of Theology is the founding accredited member of the Association of Christian Education, so our degree programs are designed from the ground up to prepare you for ministry. 

See If This Program Is Right For You

You don't need to have everything figured out, you just need to be ready to take the next faithful step. Your calling matters. Your future matters.