--- title: Explore NNU Graduate Theology description: Strengthen your calling and expand your influence through flexible, Christ-centered graduate programs in theology. --- [![Regular Stacked](https://explore.nnu.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/Regular%20Stacked.png?width=1682&height=1327&name=Regular%20Stacked.png "Regular Stacked")](https://nnu.edu/) ![PastoralMinistryDegree](https://explore.nnu.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/PastoralMinistryDegree.jpeg?width=1200&height=630&name=PastoralMinistryDegree.jpeg "PastoralMinistryDegree") # NORTHWEST NAZARENE UNIVERSITY ## LEAD IN MINISTRY WITH A GRADUATE THEOLOGY DEGREE FROM NNU Strengthen your calling and expand your influence through flexible, Christ-centered graduate programs in theology. ![Graduate_Earn_Your_Degree](https://explore.nnu.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/Graduate_Earn_Your_Degree.webp?width=2000&height=1331&name=Graduate_Earn_Your_Degree.webp "Graduate_Earn_Your_Degree") ## A Graduate Theology Degree That Equips You for Ministry ### Flexible, Affordable, and Rooted in Faith at NNU Northwest Nazarene University’s graduate theology degrees are designed for pastors, teachers, and ministry leaders who want to grow in biblical understanding, spiritual formation, and leadership capacity. Online delivery and faculty support make it easy to balance your studies with your calling. “Before I enrolled, I assumed that online education would leave many gaps in student, professor and colleague interaction and therefore learning, but I was wrong. The online atmosphere offered deep, meaningful and even transformational discussion.” #### Kalyn Voglemann M.Div. in Missional Theology “A passion for leadership and a commitment to excellence made the Ph.D. program at Northwest Nazarene University the obvious choice for me. The NNU experience is both professionally and personally rewarding, providing an alignment of vision, values, personal courage, faith and community.” #### Dr. Robert Sanchez Graduate of the NNU Doctoral Program ##### New cohorts start regularly ##### Accredited by NWCCU since 1930 ##### Online courses offer flexibility and convenience ##### 40+ degrees and certificates offered ##### Competitive, affordable tuition rates ##### Virtual community of 7,500 students taking online courses ## Graduate Theology Degrees Online ### at Northwest Nazarene University NNU’s online graduate theology programs are built for pastors, ministry leaders, and those called to serve the Church. With flexible online courses, you can deepen your biblical understanding and leadership skills while continuing your ministry. Backed by over 110 years of Christ-centered education, NNU equips you to serve faithfully and lead with confidence in today’s complex world.   [Find Out More Information](https://explore.nnu.edu/theology#RFI) ![GraduateUniversityImage](https://explore.nnu.edu/hubfs/GraduateUniversityImage.png "GraduateUniversityImage") ![GradSalary3](https://explore.nnu.edu/hubfs/GradSalary3.png "GradSalary3") ## Missional Impact NNU’s theology programs prepare you to make a meaningful difference in churches, schools, nonprofits, and communities—where faithful leadership and spiritual depth are most needed. ![GradEquip](https://explore.nnu.edu/hubfs/GradEquip.png "GradEquip") ## Professionally Equipped NNU’s graduate theology programs equip you with the biblical knowledge, spiritual formation, and leadership tools you need to serve with wisdom, clarity, and conviction. ![GradAchievement](https://explore.nnu.edu/hubfs/GradAchievement.png "GradAchievement") ## Achievement Experience a deep sense of growth and purpose as you respond to your calling, complete your degree, and enter or continue ministry prepared to lead with both compassion and confidence. ## Choose NNU ### For Your Graduate Theology Degree At Northwest Nazarene University, our online graduate theology programs equip you to serve with wisdom, purpose, and spiritual depth. Whether you’re called to pastoral ministry, teaching, or nonprofit leadership, you’ll grow in biblical understanding and practical skills. Study with professors who care about your calling and prepare to lead with both courage and compassion. ![GraduateProgramsImage](https://explore.nnu.edu/hubfs/GraduateProgramsImage.png "GraduateProgramsImage") ![GraduateEmpowered](https://explore.nnu.edu/hubfs/GraduateEmpowered.png "GraduateEmpowered") ## Be Empowered ### To Pursue Your Calling Whether you’re called to the pulpit, the classroom, or the mission field, NNU’s graduate theology programs equip you with the knowledge, character, and faith to lead with confidence and compassion. [Find Out More Information](https://explore.nnu.edu/theology#RFI) Northwest Nazarene University 623 S University Blvd, Nampa, ID 83686 1.877.668.4968