Master of Religion and Public Life (MRPL) at Emory University

Programme overview

The MRPL is designed for professionals in fields such as law, healthcare and social work who must address faith in their work and understand the role of religion in the lives of those they serve.

Faculty: Candler School of Theology | Duration: 1 to 5 years, part-time or full-time; campus, hybrid or online; 36 credit hours | Study mode: full-time, part-time, online | Location: Atlanta, GA, United States

What you will study

36 credit hours: 9 hours of common courses (religion and society, world religions, Christian beliefs and practices), 24 hours of electives, and a 3-hour integrative paper plus a portfolio. Cumulative GPA of 3.0 is required to graduate.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Bachelor's or equivalent degree from a regionally accredited college or university, with a well-balanced programme of liberal arts work.

USD 28,324 a year (2026-27). Candler School of Theology tuition for MDiv, MRL, MRPL, MTS, ThM and ThD ($14,162 per fall and spring term). Tuition only; excludes fees, housing, health insurance and living costs. Emory publishes one tuition rate for all students. Source

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