PhD in Biblical Studies
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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
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.
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First Year |
Second Year |
Third Year |
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Book of Joshua Seminar |
Advanced Semitic Bible Study Methods |
Dissertation Research and Writing II |
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Book of Samuel Seminar |
Doctoral Internship I |
Dissertation |
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Prophets Seminar |
Doctoral Internship II |
Dissertation Defense |
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NT Biblical Exposition |
Dissertation Topic Development |
Dissertation Revisions (If Necessary, Post Defense) |
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OT Biblical Exposition |
Doctoral Design and Methodology |
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Semitic Bible Study Methods |
Doctoral Colloquium I |
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Biblical Greek Grammar I |
Dissertation Research and Writing I |
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Practical Leadership Skills |
Doctoral Colloquium II |
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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Why choose Queens College of Theology?
Often require doctrinal agreement up front and steer you toward one tradition.
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.
Set lecture times; participation penalties; commuting or residency expectations.
Fully online, designed for ministry schedules with asynchronous learning (no required live attendance), and 14-week semesters with most assignments due at the end.
$20k–$60k+ tuition, surprise fees, and stacks of textbooks costs
Transparent pricing with no hidden fees. Students know the full cost of their degree upfront, with tuition averaging 50% less than comparable seminaries.
Accredited and built to check the boxes for secular licensure for reporting requirements.
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.
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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.
