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    Master of Divinity (MDiv)

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    Cambridge, USMDivIn-person3 years
    $96,504.00
    Tuition
    over 36mo
    20%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    112
    Cohort
    students
    96
    Credits
    $25.00
    App fee

    Master of Divinity (MDiv) at Harvard University is a 96-credit, 3-year, in-person MDiv program based in Cambridge, US. Tuition is $96,504.

    About the program

    The three-year full-time program combines intellectual scholarship in religious traditions, scriptural languages, and theologies with field education in ministry settings such as chaplaincy and religious communities. It prepares students for ordained or lay ministry, social service, interfaith work, teaching, and nonprofit leadership.

    Focus: coursework
    Top 3 QS World University Rankings Theology Divinity Religious Studies 2020

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jan 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min The GRE is completely optional for all applicants to our degree programs. Applicants may submit GRE scores if they feel it would be a beneficial component to their application. There is no minimum score requirement.
    TOEFL
    required
    Min 100 or higher on the Internet-based TOEFL test
    IELTS
    required
    Min 7.5 or higher on the IELTS test

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $29,527.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Divinity (MDiv) at Harvard University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Divinity (MDiv) at Harvard University is $96,504 across 96 required credits.
    Is Master of Divinity (MDiv) at Harvard University online or in-person?
    Master of Divinity (MDiv) at Harvard University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Divinity (MDiv) at Harvard University take to complete?
    Master of Divinity (MDiv) at Harvard University is structured around 3 years and 96 credits.
    How competitive is Master of Divinity (MDiv) at Harvard University?
    Master of Divinity (MDiv) at Harvard University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 20%.
    How large is the Master of Divinity (MDiv) at Harvard University cohort?
    Master of Divinity (MDiv) at Harvard University typically enrolls around 112 students per cohort.