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Master of Divinity (MDiv)

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MDiv Program at a glance

  • 3-year degree (72 units)
  • A thesis is required
  • A modern foreign language is required
  • Application deadlines: February 15 and September 30

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The Master of Divinity Degree Program at the Institute of Buddhist Studies

To meet the needs of those seeking professional certification either as a Buddhist minister or as a Buddhist chaplain, the Institute of Buddhist Studies announces the addition of a Master of Divinity degree program. This is a three year, graduate level program of study designed to prepare students for professional service either to a sangha or in public institutions, such as hospitals and hospices, jails and prisons, military and university.

Click here for admissions and graduation requirements.

NOTE: The IBS is applying to the State of California for approval of an M.Div. degree. Students interested are advised to apply for the MBS, and upon approval of the M.Div. program will be able to transfer into that program.