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Scholarship-Based Education

   

Students invited to enroll in MCOB will be selected by the administration and faculty based on their proven capability in a school of preaching or Christian university equivalent from schools associated with the churches of Christ. Exceptions may be made for ministers with years of experience. Ministerial experience may be considered equivalent to undergraduate scholastic achievement in such cases. 



Online Classes

MCOB offers a completely online learning experience.   

The institution has a special interest in helping bi-vocational preachers continue their ministerial education. We recognize the need and desire of those who are limited by time restraints and location to learn in a college-level setting. Our schedule and online program are crafted to cater to these needs by offering a flexible method of study. 

Non-Discrimination Policy

McGarvey College of the Bible admits students of any race, color, national or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to the students of the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, scholarship and financial aid, and other school-administered programs.

Course of Study

Master of Arts in Christian Doctrine

The Master of Arts in Christian Doctrine is comprised of twelve courses in doctrinal studies totaling thirty-six semester hours. Classes meet once a week for thirteen weeks each semester. Each class consists of two hours of instruction and one hour for student assignments.

First Year

Spring Semester

TH 5101 Introduction to Graduate Studies in Theology: Research methodologies with an emphasis on the discipline of theology; a primer for the program


TH 5102 Theology and Scripture: Studies in Advanced Hermeneutics; expounds upon the connection between biblical hermeneutics and theology

Summer Semester

TH 5203 Theology and Ministry: Intends to help students bridge the gap between theological studies in the classroom and their application in ministry


TH 5204 Biblical Doctrine of the Godhead: Study of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit: Triune nature, attributes, characteristics, and works

Fall Semester

 TH 5305 Biblical Doctrine of the Bible: Study of the inspiration, canonicity, and development of the Holy Scriptures


TH 5306 Biblical Doctrines of Man, Sin, and Salvation: Study of man’s origin, duty, and destiny; study of the origin, effects, and results of sin; study of the eternal plan of God to save man from sin and destruction 

Second Year

Spring Semester

TH 5407 Biblical Doctrine of the Church: Study of the founding, organization, and purpose of the church of Christ


TH 5408 Biblical Doctrine of the Last Things: Study of things related to the second coming of Christ, the resurrection of the dead, final judgment, and eternity

Summer Semester

TH 5509 Old Testament Theology: Analyses and applications of the theological message of the Old Testament


TH 5510 New Testament Theology: Analyses and applications of the theological message of the New Testament

Fall Semester

TH 5611 Theology throughout Church History: Study of the most prominent men, events, writings, and doctrines in the discipline of theology throughout church history


TH 5612 Theology of the Restoration Movement: Study of the most prominent men, events, writings, and doctrines in the discipline of theology associated with the Restoration Movement

School Calendar

Spring Semester begins each year on the second Monday in January and continues until the thirteen weeks of class meetings are concluded.

Summer Semester begins each year on the first Monday in June and continues until the thirteen weeks of class meetings are concluded.

Fall Semester begins the second Monday in September and continues until the thirteen weeks of class meetings are concluded.

Graduations are conducted every other December following completion of the program.

MCOB CATALOG 2025-2026

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