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What is the difference between a Master of Divinity (MDIV) degree and Master of Arts in Theological Studies (MATS) degree?

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What is the difference between a Master of Divinity (MDIV) degree and Master of Arts in Theological Studies (MATS) degree?

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The Master of Divinity degree is the first professional degree in theological education, and is offered as a basic theological degree for those who seek to serve as the pastors, prophets, evangelists, teachers, and other leaders of the church of Jesus Christ. The Master of Arts in Theological Studies degree is a basic theological degree that is academic rather than professional in orientation, and provides theological studies for persons who are exploring career options, preparing for doctoral studies, church leadership positions, or specialized forms of lay ministry. The MATS program is also for those persons who are investigating the relationships between a professions and theological issues of faith and the modern world.