Program Details
Liberty’s 100% online Doctor of Worship Studies – Leadership emphasizes practical application of worship studies to the ministry by providing theological, philosophical, and practical studies of music based on the demands of contemporary evangelical worship ministry. This degree equips students with the knowledge and expertise needed to function in a variety of music and worship cultures and contexts within the evangelical community. The specialization in leadership additionally supports student’s management and organizational skillset to allow them to better lead in ministry organizations. This program targets career ministers of music or worship pastors who have first-hand ministry experience and want to better serve their congregations. This doctoral degree will also equip students to teach worship studies in a college or university setting, write professionally in worship studies topics, and to pursue leadership roles in worship-related fields such as Christian music publishing.
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100% OnlineSchool Accreditation & Licensing
Liberty University is accredited by:
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges is the regional accrediting body for southern states.
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Master DegreeRecommended GPA
3.0 or above (4.0 scale)Admission Tests
Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students)Application Requirements
Official College Transcript(s), Statement of Purpose/Intent
Additional Info
- Applicants must have a regionally or nationally accredited Master of Music degree or its equivalent.