Wheaton College Graduate School

Where you'll find advanced theological and ministry training designed to enhance your professional education and holistic development - all from a distinctly Christian perspective.

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Our Degree Programs

The Wheaton College Graduate School offers doctoral and master’s degree programs in the areas of psychology, education, ministry, leadership, and bible/theology. Each program is designed to provide excellent training in theory and praxis from a distinctly Christian perspective.
* denotes program that is 100% online
^ denotes flexible learning program available

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School of Mission, Ministry, and Leadership

The School of Mission, Ministry, and Leadership inspires and equips academically grounded, spiritually maturing, and practically skilled leaders who live out Christ’s mission, proclaiming and demonstrating the gospel and serving the Church in a changing world.

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School of Biblical and Theological Studies

The School of Biblical and Theological Studies offers a variety of graduate programs that promote the development of academic skills necessary for advanced study and service in the church and society worldwide.

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School of Psychology, Counseling, and Family Therapy

The School of Psychology, Counseling, and Family Therapy offers nationally accredited graduate psychology programs that prepare students for licensure. These programs integrate Christian belief and practice with the best of contemporary scholarship and professional standards in the disciplines of clinical psychology, counseling, and marriage and family therapy.

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Social Sciences

Our three graduate programs in the Social Sciences work to discover and illuminate how societies—in all their economic, social, political, educational, linguistic, and cultural dimensions—function and how we, as neighbors, citizens, and above all as Christians might contribute to their flourishing.

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Graduate Certificates

Our graduate certificates offer specialized training and endorsement in the fields of TESOL, Intercultural Studies, Humanitarian and Disaster Leadership, and Clinical Mental Health Counseling. To inquire about certificates, contact admissions directly.

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Residential and Flexible Learning

We offer a variety of ways to pursue our graduate degrees:

  • All graduate programs are offered residentially 
  • Flexible learning programs allow students to remain in their current job and location 

^ denotes flexible learning program available

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Partnerships

The Wheaton College Graduate School has formed partnerships with several major Christian organizations that provide qualified groups and cohorts of students to pursue select M.A. degrees in a flexible, accessible, tailored, and deeply discounted format.

About Wheaton College Graduate School

Founded in 1937, Wheaton College Graduate School offers advanced theological and ministry training designed to enhance your professional education and holistic development. Through doctoral and master's degrees taught by world-class faculty, you will be prepared for effective service in your chosen field.

With alumni serving in over 100 countries and on 6 continents worldwide, the mission of Wheaton College Graduate School is to form servant scholars and leaders through exceptional graduate programs for Christ and His Kingdom. 

Our Mission

To form servant scholars and leaders through exceptional graduate programs for Christ and His Kingdom.

Our Vision

God transforming the world through scholars and practitioners rooted in Christ and equipped for global leadership.

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Consider a Graduate Assistantship

Interested in free housing, half of your tuition covered, and real-world experience? Check out our Graduate Assistantships! 

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Schedule Your Graduate School Visit!

The best way to experience Wheaton College Graduate School is to visit our campus! Join us for a customized individual visit, one of our Academic Program Receptions, or a tailored group visit.

Interested in meeting our faculty, current students, and alumni? Attend an academic reception to learn more about your specific program and department of interest.

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Biblical Faith and Learning

Wheaton College is a distinctively Christian institution and our Graduate School is no different. Graduate students have the opportunity to join small groups, attend a weekly graduate chapel, and other options that all contribute to the unique purpose of this school.

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