Doctor of Ministry

After entering professional ministry, many religious leaders seek opportunities to hone skills or deepen knowledge in a practical area of their life and work. The first professional doctorate in ministry was developed at Claremont in the 1960s (then known as the Rel.D.), and this rigorous program continues today as the Doctor of Ministry.

The Claremont D.Min. program is unique in its academic rigor and it's student-centered flexibility. Students in the program work one-on-one with a faculty mentor on a topic of interest to the student. This can include areas of ministry such as:

• Biblical Studies and Theology
• Leadership
• Preaching and Worship
• Spiritual Care and Counseling
• Urban and Multicultural Ministries
• ... and many more!

The Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.) is a 32-unit semester-based degree that offers opportunities for spiritual development as well as for growth in knowledge and ministerial competency. The D.Min. program concludes with a professional project that is designed to benefit the student’s own ministry and contribute to broader religious communities.

For complete details about this program, view the easy-to-use 2009-2010 Catalog.

Doctor of Ministry for Pastoral Care and Counseling in Korean Contexts
The D.Min. or Pastoral Care and Counseling in Korean Contexts is under development. A description of the program can be read here.