Dr. John Hurtgen, Dean
Campbellsville University, 1 University Drive, UPO 790, Campbellsville, KY 42718
jehurtgen@campbellsville.edu 270-789-5029
Dr. Ken Hollis, Director, Marriage and Family Therapy
Campbellsville University - Louisville Campus, 4420 Dixie Highway, Suite 230, Louisville, KY 40216
kahollis@campbellsville.edu 502-753-0264 (x6016)
Dr. Terry L. Wilder, M.Div. Program Director
Campbellsville University, 1 University Drive, UPO 790, Campbellsville, KY 42718
tlwilder@campbellsville.edu 270-789-5039
Monica Bamwine, Graduate Admissions
Campbellsville University, 1 University Drive, UPO 805, Campbellsville, KY 42718
mkbamwine@campbellsville.edu 502-789-5221
Trevor McWhorter, Director of Online Enrollment
Campbellsville University, 1 University Drive, UPO 937, Campbellsville, KY 42718
tgmcwhorter@campbellsville.edu 502-789-5552
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Email: Theology@campbellsville.edu
School of Theology Mission and Goals
Producing Servants for the Church and World
The Mission of the School of Theology is to Produce Servants for the Church and World. Because Jesus described his mission just this way: “For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many” (Mark 10:45, NIV). God sent his Son, Jesus Christ, to be the only savior the world will ever need. But he sends out men and women to serve in his name in the church and in the world.
We carry out this task with a wholehearted response of gratitude, worship, and stewardship to God as revealed in Jesus Christ.
The tools for the task consist of a comprehensive program of Christian studies (Biblical studies & theology, church history & philosophy, pastoral ministries & counseling, educational & family ministries, missions & evangelism).
This is done as an integral part of Campbellsville University, a fellowship of learners dedicated, under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, to become salt and light for a world in need.
Servants for the Church and World Who Are …
Passionately Evangelistic - People who are passionate about God’s good news in Jesus Christ and who have a strong desire for others to experience life in him.
Rooted in the Biblical Story - People who love God’s powerful Word and who in community with others are learning, knowing, trusting, and following the Sacred Scriptures which are able, from beginning to end, to show the way to salvation in Jesus Christ.
Church Connected - People who have a high view of the local church, but whose field of vision does not limit ministry to the “four walls” and who see the local church as a base from which to go out into the world.
Servant Leaders - People, of high moral character and kingdom heart, who are developing Jesus’ qualities of servant leadership and who in turn develop servant leaders under them.
Spiritual Entrepreneurs - Creative people who are energized by the possibilities of what God and faithful persons together can do; builders who start with nothing and see spiritual dreams take shape; inventors capable of reinvention to maintain effective ministry.
Partners in an Enduring Fellowship - Students who make an impact for Christ during their student days; alumni who display an abiding love for and commitment towards CU; brotherhoods and sisterhoods, forged at CU, that are fruitful for ministry well beyond four to five years of campus life.
Graduate Degrees Offered
Master of Marriage and Family Therapy (M.M.F.T.)
Master of Marriage and Family Studies (M.M.F.S.)
Master of Theology (M.Th.)
Master of Divinity (M.Div.)
Master of Marriage and Family Therapy (M.M.F.T.)
Please note that CU offers the Master of Marriage and Family Therapy program in two locations, Louisville, Kentucky and Los Angeles, California. Specific requirements for each program are identified as “KENTUCKY SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS” or “CALIFORNIA SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS”. All items not specifically labeled apply to both programs:
MMFT Program Values
–A Christian commitment to act and serve responsibly
–The promotion of ethical and competent family systems practices A respect for
diversity among people and other cultures
–A commitment to empower clients and client systems
–Promotion of life-long learning and growth in the marriage and family therapy
profession
The Master of Marriage and Family Therapy Program Purpose:
The MMFT is offered to enhance career opportunities and prepare graduates with the knowledge and skills to counsel individuals, couples and families in a variety of occupational venues.
While enrolled in this program, students examine the philosophical underpinnings that religion, spirituality, philosophy, classical and contemporary theory, social situation, media, biology, and knowledge contribute to the development of mankind. In this process students are stimulated and challenged, using various methods of instruction, to broaden their thinking and interaction with individuals, couples and families. Our efforts prepare graduates to identify, evaluate, develop and explore thoughts and behaviors of themselves and those for whom they provide counseling services.
Student Rights
All students in the Master of Marriage and Family Therapy program have the right to:
1. To be treated with dignity and respect:
2. To fair and impartial treatment relative to issues of admission, continuance and
termination in the MMFT program
3. To inclusion in the decision-making process related to curriculum and program
issues through the student representative to the division:
Student Responsibilities
All students in the Master of Marriage and Family Therapy program have a responsibility:
1. To uphold their respective professional code of ethics;
2. To be an active participant in the learning process and the development of the
professional self which includes values, attitudes, self-awareness and professional skills. To sign and provide a promissory agreement with the program (Appendix B). The signature pledges your commitment to provide the program your employment location and responsibilities for a period of not less than three years after graduation. This information is kept within a secure, password protected computer, and used only for assessment purposes. The data requested does not include social security number, but it does include date of birth, age at graduation, race, gender, student ID, contact information, agency name, supervising employers name, location of employment (address), work activities, and your willingness to supervise a student in the future if requested. The information is kept for immediate and future evaluation and is not shared with the Alumni Office or the Business Office.
Grade Point Average
No student may graduate with an MMFT Program GPA of less than 3.0 or with more than one “C” grade (C-, or C, or C+) in their MMFT Program graduate coursework.
Transfer Credit
A maximum of 12 credit hours of graduate credit may be transferred from another regionally accredited graduate institution if those credits are deemed equivalent to the course requirements of this graduate program. Transfers must be approved before beginning coursework in this program. Approval of transfer credits may be granted after an examination of the transfer request (accompanied by appropriate documentation) by the dean of the School of Theology and the director of the Marriage and Family Therapy program. Transfer courses must be full-term courses from a regionally accredited institution of higher education (SACS, MSCHE, etc.) and not workshops. Workshops are not accepted as graduate courses. While workshops are valuable for increasing knowledge, a collection of workshops is not acceptable for university credit. When entering the graduate program, students are pledging their commitment to complete this program as designed.
Incomplete Grades
“Incompletes” are not automatically granted to a student who fails to complete the requirements for a particular course. Students requesting an incomplete must submit the appropriate paperwork for their professor’s approval before the end of the term (copies of which are found in your syllabus or can be obtained from your professor or from the program director). This paperwork includes a plan to complete the course within the next 12-months. Grades of ” complete” will become an “F” after 12-months. Students can only carry three “incompletes”. Any student with more than three incompletes will not be allowed to register for future terms until at least one incomplete has been removed.
Life Experiences
No credit is given for life or work experiences.
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KENTUCKY SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS:
All course work in the MMFT program is designed to fulfill the mission, goals and competencies consistent with the values of our Christian University and ethical codes of the profession. The curriculum of this program has been accepted by the Kentucky Board of Licensure for Marriage and Family Therapists, and meets the stringent accreditation requirements of the Commission on Academics for Marriage and Family Education (COAMFTE).
Criteria and Processes for Student Admissions
Applicants to the MMFT Program at Campbellsville University must meet the University’s Graduate Council requirements in order to be considered for admissions. Requirements are:
1. A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution.
2. Completion of an application for the Master of Marriage and Family Therapy
program.
3. Official transcripts from all universities attended. A student with a GPA of 3.0 will
receive unconditional acceptance. A student with a GPA below 2.9 will receive conditional acceptance (student cannot earn a “C” during first 4 classes).
4. Three letters of recommendation regarding academic potential for graduate study.
5. Statement of interest for pursuing the MMFT degree. This essay needs to be 500-
750 words in length, describing (a) why you want to become a Marriage and Family Therapist and (b) experiences or abilities that you believe will make you an effective therapist.
6. Interview with MMFT Admissions Committee
The MMFT Admissions Committee consists of the MMFT Program Director and faculty members. Each member in attendance during the student interview recommends one of the following actions:
1. Full acceptance
2. Conditional acceptance, specifying conditions that must be improved or corrected.
3. Denial
After application materials are reviewed and the interview is completed, the program director will notify the applicant as to the decision of the MMFT Admissions Committee.
Please submit your MMFT Program application materials to:
Campbellsville University, LEC - South, 4420 Dixie Highway, Suite 230, Louisville, KY 40216
The Master of Marriage and Family Therapy (MMFT) requires students to successfully complete 60 credit hours of coursework. The curriculum meets the education requirements of the Kentucky Board of Licensure for Marriage and Family Therapists as outlined in KRS 335.330 (3), as well as and the stringent accreditation requirements of the Commission on Academics for Marriage and Family Education (COAMFTE). The MMFT program is designed to prepare graduates with the knowledge and skills to counsel individuals, couples and families.
Applications may be submitted at any time and are reviewed continually. The Marriage and Family Therapy Program accepts new students at the beginning of each new academic term. Applications are reviewed and interviews scheduled once ALL materials have been received by the program. In order to register for courses in your desired term of study, the application materials must be processed and the entrance interview conducted 30 days in advance of the term beginning fall or spring.
The MMFT Degree features a program designed to meet education requirements for licensure as a marriage and family therapist in Kentucky (LMFT), as well as the stringent accreditation requirements of the Commission on Academics for Marriage and Family Education (COAMFTE).
The 60-credit hour program has a delivery system that includes approximately 50% of the academic course work online and the remaining coursework in a face-to-face delivery format. To accommodate non-traditional students, courses are offered in the evenings and meet one night a week. Courses are scheduled in eight-week terms.
A sequenced calendar of courses is recommended and included in the Program Handbook. A full-time course of study includes two courses each eight-week term. Students are eligible to begin their practicum experience after they have successfully completed 18 credit hours (please arrange a meeting with the MMFT Field Director once you have completed 12 credit hours of coursework in this program). Students desiring part-time study will follow the part-time academic plan.
Practicum
The Master in Marriage and Family Therapy requires practicum experience of 300 hours of direct client contact (and least 10 of those hours need to be “relational hours”-therapy with two or more people who are related or connected in some way), and 10-credit hours of MFT690 (Practicum). Students may begin their practicum experience after they have successfully completed (a) 18 credit hours of prerequisite courses, (b) Introduction to Practicum and (c) at least 6 of the required 12-hours of individual therapy provided at no cost to the student. Students in practicum will meet 1-hour per week for individual supervision and 1-hour per week for group supervision. Students must be enrolled in practicum as long as they are seeing clients. Practicum process and requirements can be found in detail in the CU Well handbook.
Graduate Examination
All MMFT graduates must successfully complete a comprehensive examination consisting of MFT content in order to receive their diploma. Students are eligible to take the comprehensive examination once coursework is satisfactorily completed. Students must pass the comprehensive examination before they participate in graduation activities. A passing score is 70% or higher. If a student does not succeed in their first attempt to pass the examination an analysis of concern areas is conducted and the student is provided an additional opportunity to improve knowledge, skills and their performance.
For additional statements and policies, please see the MMFT Program Handbook.
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CALIFORNIA SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS:
MMFT Program Degree Completion Requirements
Statement for CA Approval:
The 60-unit curriculum meets the education requirements of the California Licensure Board for Marriage and Family Therapists.
Clinical Placement for the Los Angeles Education Center
Traineeship - 375 hours total (200 individual direct client hours, 100 relational direct client hours, plus 75 hours client centered advocacy):
Minimum 100 Relational Hours
Maximum 200 Individual Hours
Maximum 75 Client Centered Advocacy Hours
Students may begin their practicum experience after they have successfully completed 13 credit hours in the program. Prior to beginning the experience, students must obtain approval from Phillips’ MMFT Core Faculty; if students are at a site other than the California Family Counseling Center, then the Co-Director(s) of Clinical Placement must approve the adequacy of the field agency and the field agency supervisor. Finally, an Affiliation Agreement between Phillips and the Agency must be prepared and executed by all parties before students may begin seeing clients at the site.
The academic coursework and clinical hour requirements of the program is designed to be completed in five (5) sequential semesters; successful completion of all required coursework clinical hours is necessary for students to meet graduation requirements for the clinical Master of Marriage and Family Therapy degree. Student graduates who successfully complete all coursework and clinical hours in the MMFT Program will fulfill the educational requirements for MFT licensure in the state of California. No student may graduate with an MMFT Program GPA of less than 3.0 or with more than one “C” grade (C-, or C, or C+) in their MMFT Program graduate coursework.
Students who need additional time to complete the clinical hour requirement may enroll in a Practicum course for each additional semester they need to complete their clinical hours. Students who enroll in fewer than all credits offered each semester and students who take a leave of absence from the program will also need additional time to complete graduation requirements. Degree completion requirements must be completed within seven (7) years of initial matriculation.
MMFT Program Dissemination
The MMFT Degree features a program designed to meet education requirements for licensure as a marriage and family therapist in the state of California. The 60-credit hour program is delivered over five terms. Courses are typically offered on a weekday and on Saturday. Courses are scheduled in 16-week terms for Fall and Spring.
The Summer term is 15 weeks. A sequenced calendar of courses (found on the following page) is recommended. A full-time course of study is between 11-13 units per term. Students are eligible to begin their practicum experience after they have successfully completed 13 credit hours and have met the criteria for trainee approval status. A student desiring part-time study will meet with the MMFT Site Director and/or the student’s MMFT Advisor to create a part-time academic plan for each term. Along with challenging and expanding student knowledge, the MMFT Program focuses on relationships. Consistent with the mission of Phillips, the MMFT Program works toward developing individuals who commit to positive social change.
All Phillips MMFT courses are taught during the day or in the evenings by a team of core and adjunct faculty. Phillips uses an educator/practitioner model in which each faculty member is a licensed mental health professional and has an active clinical practice in addition to teaching at Phillips.
Criteria and Processes for Student Admissions
Applicants to the MMFT Program at Phillips must meet the school’s admissions requirements in order to be considered for admission. Requirements are:
1. A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution.
2. Completion of an application for admission to Phillips’ Master of Marriage and Family
Therapy program. A $80 application fee is required.
3. Submit official transcripts from the bachelor’s degree conferral college or university
and all previous colleges or universities where graduate level coursework was completed.
4. Three letters of recommendation regarding academic potential for graduate study.
5. A 400-700 word essay describing (a) why the applicant wants to become a therapist,
and (b) some of the experiences and abilities that will make the applicant an effective therapist.
While past professional experiences strengthen an application, no academic credit is given for life experience. The Admissions Committee consists of the MMFT Program Director at Campbellsville University, the Site Director for the MMFT Program at Phillips, and MMFT Program faculty members.
Each member in attendance during the student interview recommends one of the following actions:
1. Full acceptance
2. Conditional acceptance, specifying conditions that must be improved or corrected
3. Denial
After application materials are reviewed, a letter of decision, invitation, or both are mailed to the applicant at the address provided on the application.
Please submit MMFT Program application materials to:
Phillips Graduate Institute Los Angeles Education Center of Campbellsville University 16830 Ventura Blvd., Suite 200
Encino, CA 91436
Attn: Enrollment Services
OR
Applications may be submitted at any time and are reviewed continually. The Phillips MMFT Program accepts new students at the beginning of each fall and spring academic terms. Applications are reviewed and interviews are scheduled once all application materials have been received by the the enrollment team. To best ensure registering for courses in the desired term of study, the application materials should be processed and the entrance interview conducted 30 days in advance of the term beginning fall or spring.
Admission Notification
Applicants will receive a written letter of notification when:
a) All admission materials are received
b) Students will be provided notification about the results as soon as they are available.
Notification will indicate acceptance, conditional acceptance, or denial.
Conditional Admission
Students accepted into the MMFT Program as conditional
1. Must maintain a grade of “B” or higher in all coursework taken in the first two full
terms (10 courses) of enrollment.
2. Have their course performance assessed (each term) by their MMFT Advisor who will
report progress to Phillips’ MMFT Site Director, and the MMFT Program Director
(Campbellsville University).
3. Complete all admissions requirements not met during the admissions review and
interview, thus responsible for “conditional acceptance,” by the end of the second
week of the first term.
4. Earn no more than one “C” (C-, or C, or C+) grade during graduate program
enrollment.
Field Practicum
The MMFT Program requires field practicum experience of 375 hours in specific categories: 200 hours of individual direct client contact hours, 100 hours of relational direct client contact hours, and 75 client-centered advocacy hours. Students may begin their practicum experience after they have successfully completed 13 credit hours in the program. Prior to beginning the practicum experience, students who choose to accumulate hours at a site other than the California Family Counseling Center must obtain approval from Phillips’ Co-Director(s) of Clinical Training and Placement regarding the adequacy of the field agency and the field agency supervisor. An affiliation agreement between Phillips and the Agency must be prepared and executed by all parties before students being seeing clients at the site. If students do not meet the graduation requirement of 375 hours over the five academic terms of the MMFT Program, they may extend the program by 1-2 terms to complete their hours. Students extending their program to complete their hours will register for MFC 596 Field Study Practicum and will continue seeing clients at their placement site.
Graduate Examination
In order to receive their degree diplomas, all MMFT students must successfully complete three comprehensive capstone experiences prior to graduation: a written examination and an oral examination covering MMFT Program content, completion of all requirements in the Professional Project course, and completion of the MMFT Program’s practicum graduation requirement (see Field Practicum information below). Students will complete the capstone experiences during MFC 534 Applied Therapeutic Methodology: Relational Therapy II, and MFC 522 Professional Project. Students must pass both the MFC 534 Applied Therapeutic Methodology: Relational Therapy II and MFC 522 Professional Project courses.
For additional statements and policies, please see the MMFT Program Handbook.
Master of Marriage and Family Studies (M.M.F.S.)
The Master of Marriage and Family Studies Degree Purpose:
The Master of Marriage and Family Studies is offered to enhance career opportunities and prepare graduates with the knowledge to apply systemic and developmental concepts in working with families, couples, and individuals in a variety of agency, faith based, and employment contexts.
MMFS Program Values:
A Christian commitment to act and serve responsibly
The promotion of ethical and competent family systems practices
A respect for diversity among people and other cultures
A commitment to empower individual, couples and families
Promotion of life-long learning
Criteria and Processes for Student Admissions:
Applicants to the MMFS Program at Campbellsville University must meet the University’s Graduate Council requirements in order to be considered for admissions. Requirements are:
1. A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution.
2. Completion of an application for the Master of Marriage and Family Studies degree.
3. Official transcripts from all universities attended. A student with a GPA of 3.0 will receive unconditional acceptance. A student with a GPA below 2.9 will receive conditional acceptance (student cannot earn a “C” during first 4 classes).
4. Three letters of recommendation regarding academic potential for graduate study.
5. Statement of interest for pursuing the MMFS degree.
6. Interview with MMFS Admissions Committee. The MMFS Admissions Committee consists of the MMFT Program Director and faculty members. Each member in attendance during the student interview recommends one of the following actions:
1. Full acceptance
2. Conditional acceptance, specifying conditions that must be improved or corrected.
3. Denial
After application materials are reviewed and the interview is completed, the program director will notify the applicant as to the decision of the MMFS Admissions Committee.
Please submit your MMFT Program application materials to: Campbellsville University, LEC - South, 4420 Dixie Highway, Suite 230, Louisville, KY 40216
Applications may be submitted at any time and are reviewed continually. The Marriage and Family Studies degree accepts new students at the beginning of each new academic term. Applications are reviewed and interviews scheduled once ALL materials have been received by the program. In order to register for courses in your desired term of study, the application materials must be processed and the entrance interview conducted 30 days in advance of the term beginning fall or spring.
The 30-credit hour program has a delivery system that includes approximately 50% of the academic course work online and the remaining coursework in a face-to-face delivery format. To accommodate non-traditional students, face-to-face courses are offered in the evenings one night a week or during the daytime two days a week. Courses are scheduled in eight-week terms.
MMFS students can only have one “C” on their transcript and be eligible to graduate. If a student has three “C“‘s or three “Incompletes” on their transcript during their academic process, that student will be asked to either re-take a course or complete an incomplete course before being allowed to continue in the program.
Program Dissemination:
All MMFS courses are taught by a team of doctoral faculty. While the teaching faculty is primarily composed of Marriage and Family Therapists. Nearly half of the curriculum is taught online, and all face-to-face courses are available in the day or evening to accommodate the adult learner.
Faculty for M.M.F.S.
Dale Bertram, Marriage and Family Therapy
BA Eastern New Mexico University - double major in Religion and Speech Communication,
MA Eastern New Mexico University - Religion
MEd Albertson College of Idaho - General Counseling
PhD Nova-Southeastern University - Family Therapy
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist/ AAMFT Approved Supervisor
Kenneth Hollis, Theology/ Marriage and Family Therapy (Program Director)
B.S. University of Louisville - Sociology
M.Div. The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary - Pastoral Care and Counseling
D.Min The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary - Family Ministry
PhD The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary - Christian Counseling/Marriage and Family Studies
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist/ AAMFT Approved Supervisor
Rahsheeno Griffith, Marriage and Family Therapy
BS Boyce College - Christian Counseling
MA The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary - Biblical Counseling
MS Campbellsville University - Counseling
PhD - University of Louisiana at Monroe - Marriage and Family Therapy
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Scott Wigginton, Theology - Theology/ Marriage and Family Therapy
BA Western Kentucky University
M.Div. Th.M. & PhD, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist/ AAMFT Approved Supervisor
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Master of Theology (M.Th.)
Faculty and Staff for M.Th.
Dean of the School
John E. Hurtgen, Ph.D.
B.A., University of Louisville; M.Div., Ph.D., Southern Baptist Theological Seminary;
Post-Doctoral Studies, University of Louisville
Joe Early, Ph.D./Church History, Theology, Philosophy
B.S., Cumberland College; M.Div., Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary; Ph.D., Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Shane Garrison, Ed.D./Educational Ministries, Pastoral Leadership
B.S., Campbellsville University; M.Div., M.A. Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary; Ed.D., Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
Twyla Hernandez, Ph.D./Christian Missions
B.A., Middle Tennessee State University; M.Div., Southern Baptist Theological Seminary; Ph.D., Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
Ken Hollis, Ph.D./Pastoral Care and Counseling, Pastoral Ministry
B.S., University of Louisville; M.Div., D.Min., Ph.D., Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
Kim Miracle, Ed.D./Biblical Studies
B.A., Morehead University; Ed.D., University of the Cumberlands; M.Th., Campbellsville University
Mike O’Neal, Ph.D./Old Testament
B.A., University of Kentucky; M.Div., Th.M., Ph.D., Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
Tommy Valentine, Ph.D./Pastoral Ministry and Preaching
B.S., University of Louisville; M.Div., Ph.D., Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
Scott E. Wigginton, Ph.D./Pastoral Leadership
B.A., Western Kentucky University; M.Div., Th.M., Ph.D., Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
Terry L. Wilder, Ph.D./Biblical Studies
B.A. and M.A., Dallas Baptist University; M.Div BL, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary; Ph.D., University of Aberdeen
Secretary, Campbellsville Main Campus, Sherry Bowen; slbowen@campbellsville.edu; 270-789-5029
Director, Graduate Enrollment, Monica Bamwine; mkbamwine@campbellsville.edu; 270-789-5221
Online Enrollment and Retention Coordinator, Joscelyn Smith, jlsmith@campbellsville.edu; 270-789-5352
Assistant Director, Louisville Education Center, Deborah Thomas, dethomas@campbellsville.edu; 502-694-4764, x6102
MTh Advisor, Conover Education Center/Harrodsburg, Dr. Tommy Valentine; stvalentine@campbellsville.edu; (859) 605-1389
Admissions to the Master of Theology Program
Students who wish to be admitted to graduate studies in the School of Theology must first complete all application procedures required by the Office of Admissions of the University. When admission to the University’s graduate studies program is completed, their application materials will be forwarded to the Dean of the School of Theology for assessment.
The following are required for admission to Campbellsville University’s Master of Theology Program:
1. Online application.
2. Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
3. Eighteen (18) hours of prerequisite coursework in either undergraduate Christian studies (e.g., Bible, theology, religion, ministry education) or graduate theological education or a combination of both.
4. If the student’s overall undergraduate GPA is below 3.0, they must complete either the GRE (Graduate Record Exam) or the MAT (Miller Analogy Test).
5. Submit a philosophy of Christian ministry essay, two to three pages in length, in which the applicant summarizes: his or her faith in Jesus Christ, call to Christian ministry, current title and place of service, and current ministry philosophy.
6. Submit two (2) reference letters: 1) from a former professor and 2) from the applicant’s current local church pastor.
7. Complete an interview with the Dean of the School of Theology.
Application and Document Submission
Harrodsburg applicants should submit required documents to the following address:
Campbellsville University
1150 Danville Rd.
Harrodsburg, KY 40330
Louisville Education Center applicants should submit required documents to the following address:
Campbellsville University
CU Louisville
2300 Greene Way
Louisville, KY 40220
Online students should submit application and required documents as directed by Online Grad Admissions counselors.
Go to https://online.campbellsville.edu/online-degrees/masters-theology/.
Comprehensive Philosophy of Ministry Essay
Each student submitted a two or three-page minimum Philosophy of Ministry Essay as an applicant into the program. In the student’s last graduate term, he or she must complete in addition to all coursework, a Comprehensive Essay. The Comprehensive Essay allows the student to (1) update the Philosophy of Ministry statement made at application into the program and (2) synthesize the 18-hour area of emphasis with his or her Philosophy of Ministry statement.
The student will follow the instructions below.
- The student will declare to the advisor intent to write the Comprehensive Essay at the beginning of his or her last graduate term.
- Compose a seven to ten page critical essay (New Times Roman font, 1” margins, double-spaced, excluding cover page [title, your name, date, advisor’s name]) in which you update your Philosophy of Ministry statement in light of your 18-hour emphasis.
- Synthesize your understanding of the philosophy and practice of Christian ministry with the knowledge and skills that were part of your seminar coursework. In light of your 18-hour emphasis respond to the following questions (be as specific as possible).
- How would you now describe your philosophy of Christian ministry?
- How has study in your area of emphasis altered, expanded, and/or given new vision for your philosophy of ministry?
- What sources and resources do you now hold as necessary for ministry?
- What new goals do you set for yourself and for your ministry?
- Submit the essay to your advisor as per the following time schedule.
- December Graduation: Essay is due on or before November 15.
- May Graduation: Essay is due on or before April 15.
- August Graduation: Essay is due on or before July 1.
Financial Aid
Students who wish complete financial aid information are advised to consult the University’s Office of Financial Aid at 270-789-5207.
The following two scholarship opportunities are available:
General Student Fund: Limited funds are available to School of Theology students who demonstrate financial need. Partial scholarship assistance on a semester-by-semester basis is available.
The George W. and Myrtle Howell Memorial Scholarship: this scholarship is available to assist students who have a paid position in a Baptist Church.
Academic Terms
- There are six 8-week Graduate Terms (G1-G6).
- Students may enter the program prior to any of the graduate terms.
- M.Th. online courses are offered each graduate term (G1-G6).
- Students may complete the program in 12-15 months, if they consistently take at least two courses per graduate term.
- Additional information is available at www.campbellsville.edu/theology.
Master of Divinity (M.Div)
Follow your calling and become equipped to advance the gospel through the church and into the world with Campbellsville University’s Master of Divinity program.
Through this academically rigorous program, you’ll explore Christianity in-depth and develop the leadership skills it takes to do Christ’s work in the church and on the mission field. Delivered with an asynchronous course schedule, the Master of Divinity (MDiv) allows you to balance your professional responsibilities with your studies while you prepare for a rewarding calling in ministry.
REAL-WORLD PREPARATION
With our Master of Divinity online program, when you graduate, you’ll be prepared to:
- Pastor a church or serve on a church staff.
- Serve as a military chaplain.
- Serve in cross-culture and international missions.
- Lead a non-profit, faith-based organization
MASTER OF DIVINITY PROGRAM DETAILS
- Program Director: Dr. Terry Wilder/ (270) 789-5039/ tlwilder@campbellsville.edu
- Website: www.campbellsville.edu/mdiv
- 8-week graduate terms (G1-G6)
- Students can enter the program at the beginning of any graduate term
- Length of program: 75 credit hours
- Format: Fully online.
- Tuition: $308 per credit hour. The degree is the most affordable MDiv in the region.
- Three Tracks: Biblical Studies, Pastoral Care and Chaplaincy, and Ministry and Missions Leadership
Faculty and Staff for M.Div.
John E. Hurtgen, Ph.D., Dean of the School of Theology
B.A., University of Louisville; M.Div., Ph.D., Southern Baptist Theological Seminary; Post-Doctoral Studies, University of Louisville
Terry L. Wilder, Director, Master of Divinity
B.A. and M.A., Dallas Baptist University; M.Div BL, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary; Ph.D., University of Aberdeen
Joe Early, Ph.D./Church History, Theology, Philosophy
B.S., Cumberland College; M.Div., Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary; Ph.D., Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Shane Garrison, Ed.D./Educational Ministries, Pastoral Leadership
B.S., Campbellsville University; M.Div., M.A. Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary; Ed.D., Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
Twyla Hernandez, Ph.D./Christian Missions
B.A., Middle Tennessee State University; M.Div., Southern Baptist Theological Seminary; Ph.D., Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
Ken Hollis, Ph.D./Pastoral Care and Counseling, Pastoral Ministry
B.S., University of Louisville; M.Div., D.Min., Ph.D., Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
Kim Miracle, Ed.D./Biblical Studies
B.A., Morehead State University; Ed.D., University of the Cumberlands; M.Th. Campbellsville University
Mike O’Neal, Ph.D./Old Testament
B.A., University of Kentucky; M.Div., Th.M., Ph.D., Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
Tommy Valentine, Ph.D./Pastoral Ministry and Preaching
B.S., University of Louisville; M.Div., Ph.D., Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
Scott E. Wigginton, Ph.D./Pastoral Leadership
B.A., Western Kentucky University; M.Div., Th.M., Ph.D., Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
Secretary, Campbellsville Main Campus, Sherry Bowen; slbowen@campbellsville.edu; 270-789-5029
Director, Graduate Enrollment, Monica Bamwine; mkbamwine@campbellsville.edu; 270-789-5221
Online Enrollment and Retention Coordinator, Joscelyn Smith, jlsmith@campbellsville.edu; 270-789-5352
Admissions to the Master of Divinity Program
1. Online application.
2. Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
3. If the student’s overall undergraduate GPA is below 3.0, they must complete either the GRE (Graduate Record Exam) or the MAT (Miller Analogy Test).
4. Submit a philosophy of Christian ministry essay, two to three pages in length, in which the applicant summarizes: his or her faith in Jesus Christ, call to Christian ministry, current title and place of service, and current ministry philosophy.
5. Submit two (2) reference letters: 1) from a former professor and 2) from the applicant’s current local church pastor.
6. Complete an interview with the Director of the Master of Divinity program.
MDiv Transfer Credit Policy
Transfer credits will be evaluated by the School of Theology Dean and/or the Master of Divinity program director. Up to 50 credit hours may be transferred. Courses with a letter grade of “B” or better from a regionally accredited graduate program will be considered.
Financial Aid
Students who wish complete financial aid information are advised to consult the University’s Office of Financial Aid at 270-789-5207.
The following two scholarship opportunities are available:
General Student Fund: Limited funds are available to School of Theology students who demonstrate financial need. Partial scholarship assistance on a semester-by-semester basis is available.
The George W. and Myrtle Howell Memorial Scholarship: this scholarship is available to assist students who have a paid position in a Baptist Church.
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