Bible and Theology Explore Our Programs
Flexible Learning Options Are Available!
Residential programs are conducted in person on campus. Hybrid programs consist of mostly online study and learning with a visit to Wheaton’s campus for one week during the semester for an in person / intensive week of study with the class.
M.A. in Biblical Exegesis
This language-based degree emphasizes the study of both the Old and New Testaments within an evangelical framework and prepares you for both doctoral programs and work in ministry, missions, translation, education, and more. (Hybrid, Residential)
M.A. in Biblical and Theological Studies
Gain a strong foundation of biblical knowledge to better serve your business, organization, or church. Our students bring a range of professional backgrounds, including medicine, music, law, accounting, publishing, and pastoral ministry. (Hybrid, Residential)
Ph.D. in Biblical and Theological Studies
This program fosters faithfulness to the teaching of Scripture and theology in combination with creative and critical reflection on its significance for the church and contemporary culture. (Residential)
M.A. in History of Christianity
Gain unprecedented access to expert faculty, impressive research facilities, rich hands-on learning opportunities in method and content, and a vibrant alumni community, whether in-person, hybrid, or remote. (Hybrid, Residential)
M.A. in Old Testament Archaeology
Investigate the world of the Bible through the rigorous study of ancient artifacts and texts. This program combines coursework with fieldwork, as students have the opportunity to participate in excavations at Tel Shimron, the largest site in Israel’s Jezreel Valley. (Residential)
M.A. in Theology
In this program you will be equipped with a theological education that is rooted in Scripture and engaged with the theological traditions of the global church in order to form students as faithful stewards of Christian thought for the church and academy today. (Hybrid, Residential)
Meet Our Faculty Biblical and Theological Studies Faculty
![Andrew Abernethy, Ph.D. Headshot](https://pxl-wheatonedu.terminalfour.net/fit-in/300x450/filters:format(webp)/prod02/channel_1/media/faculty/Abernethy-Andrew.jpg)
Andrew Abernethy, Ph.D.
Assistant Dean of Biblical and Theological Studies in the Litfin Divinity School; Program Director of the M.A. in Biblical Exegesis Program; Professor of Old Testament![James M. Arcadi, Ph.D. Headshot](https://pxl-wheatonedu.terminalfour.net/fit-in/300x450/filters:format(webp)/prod02/channel_1/media/faculty/james-m-arcadi-2024-200X300.jpg)
James M. Arcadi, Ph.D.
Guest Assistant Professor of Biblical and Theological Studies![M. Daniel Carroll R. (Rodas), Ph.D. Headshot](https://pxl-wheatonedu.terminalfour.net/fit-in/300x450/filters:format(webp)/prod02/channel_1/media/faculty/Daniel-R-Carroll-Faculty-Headshot.jpg)
M. Daniel Carroll R. (Rodas), Ph.D.
Scripture Press Ministries Professor of Biblical Studies and Pedagogy![Marc Cortez, Ph.D. Headshot](https://pxl-wheatonedu.terminalfour.net/fit-in/300x450/filters:format(webp)/prod02/channel_1/media/faculty/Marc-Cortez-head-shot-200X300.png)
Marc Cortez, Ph.D.
Dean of the Litfin Divinity School, Professor of Theology, Director of M.A. in Biblical and Theological Studies![Timothy Larsen, Ph.D., D.D. Headshot](https://pxl-wheatonedu.terminalfour.net/fit-in/300x450/filters:format(webp)/prod02/channel_1/media/graduate-school/degrees/history-of-christianity/Larsen-22_edit-1.jpg)
Timothy Larsen, Ph.D., D.D.
Carolyn and Fred McManis Professor of Christian Thought and Professor of History![Esau McCaulley, Ph.D. Headshot](https://pxl-wheatonedu.terminalfour.net/fit-in/300x450/filters:format(webp)/prod02/channel_1/media/faculty/McCaulley,-Esau-200X300.jpg)
Esau McCaulley, Ph.D.
Jonathan Blanchard Associate Professor of New Testament and Public Theology![Jennifer Powell McNutt, Ph.D. Headshot](https://pxl-wheatonedu.terminalfour.net/fit-in/300x450/filters:format(webp)/prod02/channel_1/media/graduate-school/degrees/ma-biblical20studies/Jennifer-McNutt-headshot.jpg)
Jennifer Powell McNutt, Ph.D.
Franklin S. Dyrness Professor of Biblical and Theological Studies, Professor of Theology and History of Christianity, Director of M.A. in History of Christianity, Director of M.A. in Theology![Rev. Amy Peeler, Ph.D. Headshot](https://pxl-wheatonedu.terminalfour.net/fit-in/300x450/filters:format(webp)/prod02/channel_1/media/faculty/Amy-Peeler.jpg)
Rev. Amy Peeler, Ph.D.
Kenneth T. Wessner Professor of New Testament![Richard Schultz, Ph.D. Headshot](https://pxl-wheatonedu.terminalfour.net/fit-in/300x450/filters:format(webp)/prod02/channel_1/media/faculty/Schultz-Richard.jpg)
Richard Schultz, Ph.D.
Blanchard Professor of Old Testament![Daniel Treier, Ph.D. Headshot](https://pxl-wheatonedu.terminalfour.net/fit-in/300x450/filters:format(webp)/prod02/channel_1/media/faculty/Treier-Dan-2023-head-shot-1.jpg)
Daniel Treier, Ph.D.
Gunther H. Knoedler Professor of Theology Director of Ph.D. ProgramReady to Take the Next Step?
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