Program Description
The 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). It has been developed using guidelines established by the Association of Professional Chaplains (APC), who oversees and rigorously maintains national “best practice” standards for the chaplaincy profession. This professional graduate degree:
- Meets the Association of Professional Chaplains (APC) and Adventist Chaplaincy Institute (ACI) Full Board Certification academic requirements
- Blends theological study with clinical experience
- Provides specialty training in spiritual care and/or chaplaincy
- Prepares for employment as a professional Chaplain
- Provides professional spiriual care training for other healthcare disciplines
The program will also prepare students to meet competencies in four areas of chaplaincy:
- The students will integrate theory and practice competencies.
- The students will form professional identity and conduct competencies.
- The students will conduct themselves in professional practice skills competencies.
- The students will function effectively with organizational leadership competencies.
Program Length
108 quarter units. The average time to complete the degree is 3 years if enrolled full-time.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 | — | Jun 1, 2021 |
| Autumn of 2021 | May 1, 2020 | — | May 1, 2021 |
Admissions Requirements
- Undergraduate record from a regionally accredited institution with a grade point average of B (3.00) or better in the overall program and in the major field
- Critical essay
- Three (3) letters of recommendation (two academic and one pastoral)
- Admissions interview
- One (1) unit of CPE highly preferred
- All official transcripts of college/university work (mailed directly to LLU)
- International applicants must submit current TOEFL scores and evaluations of any international transcripts – please visit http://www.llu.edu/apply/intltrans.html
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 | — | — | — |
| Misc (e.g., Boards, Licensing exam, Uniforms) | — | — | — |
| 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 refer to the Financial Aid section on the LLU website. Scholarships are available to enrolled students at the LLU School of Religion.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.