Overview

Qualified undergraduates from Samford University’s Divinity can complete both degrees in as few as six years instead of seven, saving time while gaining early access to graduate-level theological training at Beeson Divinity School.

Because this pathway requires careful planning, students should consult with their academic advisors as early as possible in their undergraduate studies.

This program is a great fit for students who are:

Majoring in biblical studies, Christian and religious studies (including ministry leadership), Christian ministry, or human development and family science
Academically strong and able to complete your undergraduate core, general education, and major requirements in three years.
Committed to spiritual formation, vocational discernment and ministry leadership

Interested in accelerating your path to seminary and long-term ministry service

Academic Highlights Include

Up to 27 credit hours of Beeson Divinity School coursework taken during the final undergraduate year
Graduate courses that count toward both the bachelor’s degree and the Master of Divinity
Participation in a co-curricular program of spiritual and vocational mentoring

A strong foundation in biblical studies, theology, ministry leadership and spiritual formation

Career Preparation

Graduates of the accelerated BA–MDiv program are well prepared for vocational Christian ministry, including pastoral leadership, missions, church ministry, chaplaincy and further theological study.After Earning the Bachelor’s Degree

Students transition to graduate status and pay Beeson Divinity School tuition
Students receive scholarships from Beeson Divinity School
With one year of Master of Divinity coursework already completed, most students finish the degree in approximately two additional years

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Christian Ethics
God and Nature
Biblical and Religious Studies
Archaeology and the Lands of the Bible
History of Christianity
Global Christianity

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00

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More details

Rolling Admission - Decisions will be released once a month, typically beginning in December until the class is full.

Language

English

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Credits

183 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Homewood, United States

Disciplines

Theology and Religious Studies View 869 other Bachelors in Theology and Religious Studies in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completed International Undergraduate Application
$50 application fee
Official government documentation (passport, visa)
Documentation for financial support (bank statement, minimum balance $50,260)
Translated and notarized transcript
If your high school courses were not taught in English
WES Course by Course Evaluation
SpanTran/TEC Course by Course Evaluation
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Personal essay
Letter of recommendation
ACT/SAT scores (student may request waiver)
English Proficiency

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

42590 USD / year

≈ 42590 USD / year
Out-of-State

42590 USD / year

≈ 42590 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

42590 USD / year

≈ 42590 USD / year

Living costs

Homewood

United States

850 - 1300 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

This program is a great fit for students who are:

Academic Highlights Include

Career Preparation

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Homewood

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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