The Master of Arts in Biblical and Theological Studies offers lay-leaders or ministers an opportunity to focus their attention specifically on biblical and theological content for the purpose of better teaching and serving the church in their context. Often people express interest in furthering their biblical/theological education, but are not interested in long degrees, such as the MDiv. This 30-hour degree is not intended as a precursor for any other degree.

The MABTS is offered via three delivery modes: classroom, online, or students can mix delivery modes through our blended format.

Anderson University accepts students on the basis of academic qualification, character and evidence of the potential to benefit from the university experience. Each applicant’s record will be examined for evidence reflecting potential for intellectual and social growth, strength of character, and seriousness of purpose. The University considers all qualified applications without regard to race, religious creed, place of national origin, sex, disability, or ethnic group. Admission will be on a competitive basis, with the best qualified students receiving priority.

Official sealed transcripts are to be directly mailed to Admission Operations, 316 Boulevard Box 1127, Anderson, SC 29621

Up to 6 semester hours of graduate credit from a regionally-accredited college, university or seminary may be transferred into the degree program at the time the student is admitted, provided the grades earned were B or higher. Transferability of hours will be determined by the Dean based on equivalence to courses required in the MABTS program.

We understand that sometimes your educational journey does not work out the way you had originally planned. Clamp Divinity School offers Provisional Acceptance for those who are unable to meet the admissions requirements. Students must provide an appropriate score from the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). The Admissions Committee of the Clamp Divinity School may establish additional conditions in order to have the provisional status removed. Student performance in the program will strongly factor into committee decisions.

Students who do not meet the prerequisites may also attend courses on a non-degree basis. Students must still complete the application process. Non-degree students will not receive academic credit, and courses will not apply toward an academic degree or be transferred to another institution.

The current cost of tuition is $385* per credit hour or $1,155 for a three-hour course. Students can obtain educational loans through the Financial Aid office. We also have a selected list of potential scholarship opportunities.

*This amount is subject to change and dependent upon institutional discretion. Additional fees may apply.