Bible and Theology Explore Our Programs

Flexible Learning Options Are Available!

Residential programs are conducted in person on campus. Hybrid programs consist of mostly online study and learning with a visit to Wheaton’s campus for one week during the semester for an in person / intensive week of study with the class. 

Joel--Shinhyoung

M.A. in Biblical Exegesis

This language-based degree emphasizes the study of both the Old and New Testaments within an evangelical framework and prepares you for both doctoral programs and work in ministry, missions, translation, education, and more. (Hybrid, Residential)

Jennifer McNutt at Beeson

M.A. in Biblical and Theological Studies

Gain a strong foundation of biblical knowledge to better serve your business, organization,  or church. Our students bring a range of professional backgrounds, including medicine, music, law, accounting, publishing, and pastoral ministry. (Hybrid, Residential)

Esau McCaulley

Ph.D. in Biblical and Theological Studies

This program fosters faithfulness to the teaching of Scripture and theology in combination with creative and critical reflection on its significance for the church and contemporary culture. (Residential)

Timothy Larsen

M.A. in History of Christianity

Gain unprecedented access to expert faculty, impressive research facilities, rich hands-on learning opportunities in method and content, and a vibrant alumni community, whether in-person, hybrid, or remote. (Hybrid, Residential)

Tel Shimron

M.A. in Old Testament Archaeology

Investigate the world of the Bible through the rigorous study of ancient artifacts and texts. This program combines coursework with fieldwork, as students have the opportunity to participate in excavations at Tel Shimron, the largest site in Israel’s Jezreel Valley. (Residential)

Marc Cortez

M.A. in Theology

In this program you will be equipped with a theological education that is rooted in Scripture and engaged with the theological traditions of the global church in order to form students as faithful stewards of Christian thought for the church and academy today. (Hybrid, Residential)

Meet Our Faculty Biblical and Theological Studies Faculty

Andrew Abernethy, Ph.D. Headshot

Andrew Abernethy, Ph.D.

Assistant Dean of Biblical and Theological Studies in the Litfin Divinity School; Program Director of the M.A. in Biblical Exegesis Program; Professor of Old Testament
James M. Arcadi, Ph.D. Headshot

James M. Arcadi, Ph.D.

Guest Assistant Professor of Biblical and Theological Studies
M. Daniel Carroll R. (Rodas), Ph.D. Headshot

M. Daniel Carroll R. (Rodas), Ph.D.

Scripture Press Ministries Professor of Biblical Studies and Pedagogy
Marc Cortez, Ph.D. Headshot

Marc Cortez, Ph.D.

Dean of the Litfin Divinity School, Professor of Theology, Director of M.A. in Biblical and Theological Studies
Timothy Larsen, Ph.D., D.D. Headshot

Timothy Larsen, Ph.D., D.D.

Carolyn and Fred McManis Professor of Christian Thought and Professor of History
Amy Lew Headshot

Amy Lew

Senior Office Coordinator | Graduate Biblical and Theological Studies
Esau McCaulley, Ph.D. Headshot

Esau McCaulley, Ph.D.

Jonathan Blanchard Associate Professor of New Testament and Public Theology
Jennifer Powell McNutt, Ph.D. Headshot

Jennifer Powell McNutt, Ph.D.

Franklin S. Dyrness Professor of Biblical and Theological Studies, Professor of Theology and History of Christianity, Director of M.A. in History of Christianity, Director of M.A. in Theology
Rev. Amy Peeler, Ph.D. Headshot

Rev. Amy Peeler, Ph.D.

Kenneth T. Wessner Professor of New Testament
Richard Schultz, Ph.D. Headshot

Richard Schultz, Ph.D.

Blanchard Professor of Old Testament
Daniel Treier, Ph.D. Headshot

Daniel Treier, Ph.D.

Gunther H. Knoedler Professor of Theology Director of Ph.D. Program

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