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Master of Arts in Religion and Leadership (MARL) at Emory University

Emory University, United States

Programme overview

A two-year master's degree that prepares students for leadership beyond church and congregational ministry, including nonprofits, religious education, community organizing and spiritual entrepreneurship. Offered in residential and hybrid formats.

Faculty: Candler School of Theology  |  Duration: 2 years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Atlanta, GA, United States

What you will study

Nearly half the credit hours (21) are electives that can be taken across Emory or used toward one of Candler's certificate programmes. Hybrid students take most classes online and attend two required in-person courses, typically short intensives in August, January or summer.

Career pathways

Graduates pursue careers in religious education, nonprofits, spiritual entrepreneurship, community organizing and related fields.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Bachelor's degree (BA, BS or equivalent) with a well-balanced liberal arts programme and a 2.75 GPA on a 4.0 scale from a regionally accredited institution; all completed applications are reviewed regardless of GPA. Candler MDiv, MRPL, MTS and special students may apply with a new application. Transfer credit of up to 15 credit hours is possible for courses with a grade of at least 3.0.

Duration: 2 years

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