Loma Linda University’s MS in Chaplaincy program is a professional degree that prepares students for ministry as chaplains. It combines foundational theological knowledge with specialty training and clinical experience. It is a unique and comprehensive master’s degree which meets all requirements for employment as a chaplain as defined by the Association of Professional Chaplains (APC).
108 quarter units. The average length of time to complete if enrolled full-time is 3 years.
Possible Careers
Graduates will meet the requirements for employment as a full, board-certified chaplain as defined by the Association of Professional Chaplains (APC). Chaplains may choose careers in healthcare, military, education, corporate, and beyond.
Application Deadlines
Quarter
Application Open
Priority Deadline
Final Deadline
Summer of 2021
Jan 1, 2020
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Jun 1, 2021
Admissions Requirements
Bachelor’s degree from a regionally-accredited institution
Undergraduate cumulative gpa - 3.0 minimum
PPI evaluation; visit www.ets.org for information and instructions
International: Internet-based TOEFL test score of 83 or higher (computer and paper-based tests vary)
Integrating faith and health
Loma Linda University educates and encourages a balanced life by living our values of humility, compassion, justice, integrity, excellence, freedom and self- control. You will be surrounded by faculty who are committed to healthcare innovation and research while engaging your spirituality.
Expected Cost of Attendance
Academic Year 2020-2021
Year of Program:
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Tuition
$19,560
$19,560
$19,560
Fees
$2,700
$2,700
$2,700
Books & Supplies
$900
$900
$900
Instruments
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Misc (e.g., Boards, Licensing exam, Uniforms)
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Total
$23,160
$23,160
$23,160
Notes
Expected costs for the 2020-2021 academic year are based on full time attendance. From year to year, increases are anticipated consistent with inflation in the professional education sector.
Financial assistance at the graduate level is limited. Please see the Financial Aid section of the LLU website or contact the LLU Financial Aid department directly.
Estimated Living Expenses
Academic Year 2020-2021, off campus, with a roommate
Year of Program:
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Months enrolled
9
9
9
Room & Board
$12,645
$12,645
$12,645
Transportation
$2,880
$2,880
$2,880
Personal Expenses
$2,070
$2,070
$2,070
Notes
Amounts are what a student can apply to borrow for the number of months shown in each academic year based on living off campus with a roommate and not with a relative.
International students need to calculate 12 months of living expenses based on the numbers listed here.
In general, to qualify for financial aid a student must be enrolled at least half time taking degree requirements. Half time is 6 units in a quarter for undergraduate programs and 4 units in a quarter for graduate programs.
