Trevecca Nazarene University · Program Overview

Worship and Leadership

Trevecca’s Master of Arts in worship and leadership equips students to be effective servant leaders and skilled local church practitioners. This interdisciplinary degree incorporates theological and leadership training, Old and New Testament principles for worship, concepts of conflict resolution and organizational management skills.

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36Credit hours
$463Per credit hour
$16,668Estimated tuition
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The Master of Arts in worship and leadership combines ministry training with thoughtful and practical ways to serve the local church. The curriculum spans worship theology, biblical studies, the history of worship and contemporary leadership dynamics. Through robust theological and leadership training, students learn how to create and cultivate a…

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Why this program

Program benefits and learning experience

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Program advantage

Take one course at a time and enroll at your convenience.

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Learning experience

Utilize a built-in support system and complete your degree alongside others who are working toward similar goals.

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Professional preparation

Enjoy the collaborative learning environments fostered by our innovative academic community.

Inside the program

What to expect

The Master of Arts in worship and leadership combines ministry training with thoughtful and practical ways to serve the local church. The curriculum spans worship theology, biblical studies, the history of worship and contemporary leadership dynamics. Through robust theological and leadership training, students learn how to create and cultivate a thriving community culture in the local church that encourages authentic worship and effective leadership. Other focal points include time management; team building; the pastor/worship pastor relationship; and leadership issues confronting the Christian church.

As part of the curricular experience, students develop an e-portfolio that showcases cumulative academic work from the program. The e-portfolio is designed to be a practical resource that enriches applications for ministerial roles throughout a graduate's career.

Here’s a look at the approximate tuition rates you could expect for this program at Trevecca, including the cost per credit hour and the total tuition expense for the full degree program. Please note that rates and fees are subject to change.

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More about the Worship and Leadership

  • Learn from a dynamic mix of faculty and leading educators, pastors, musicians, composers, theologians, artists and professional practitioners.
  • College instructor in worship or leadership at the undergraduate level
  • Jonathan Bartling Vice President for Academic Affairs and Accreditation Jonathan is the vice president for academic affairs and accreditation and a professor of leadership studies at Trevecca. He has served Trevecca as an academic administrator since 2017, and also as the chair of the Institutional Review Board ... Read Full Bio
  • Kristin Bledsoe Dean, School of Leadership & Interdisciplinary Studies, Professor of Leadership Studies Dr. Kristin Bledsoe is a distinguished leadership educator and the Academic Dean for the School of Leadership and Interdisciplinary Studies at Trevecca Nazarene University in Nashville, Tennessee. In her dual role as an Associate Professor, she ... Read Full Bio
  • Jonathan Downs Professor of Leadership Studies and Research Jonathan serves as a professor of leadership studies and research in Trevecca’s School of Leadership and Interdisciplinary Studies. His 26 years of experience in higher education includes a role as chair/program director for the Center for ... Read Full Bio
  • Sam Green Chair of the Department of Worship Samuel D. Green has served at Trevecca since 1998 and serves as chair of the Department of Worship in the School of Music and Worship Arts, where he also directs undergraduate research. Samuel holds graduate degrees from Belmont University, ... Read Full Bio

Tuition and program cost estimates

Estimated program tuition

Published tuition estimate
$16,668
Cost per credit$463
Credit hours36

Published tuition estimates from Trevecca’s program page. Additional fees, books, and other costs may apply; confirm current pricing and total costs with the university.

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