Executive Doctor of Ministry Cohort

• This innovative cohort is designed as a two-year Doctor of Ministry (DMin.) degree, plus one-year for writing a dissertation totaling 30-credit hours
• Six online courses one per semester (Fall, Spring, Summer) with a three and a half-day on-site immersion experience for each course. Four of the courses include a 1-credit hour seminar.
• Dissertation preparation begins in the first course

FALL 2025 

• Pentecostal Ministry in the 21st century (3-credit hours)
• Seminar #1: Critical-Analytical Review and Writing (1-credit hour)
• Experiential Immersion: Springfield, Missouri

SPRING 2026

• Leading Christian Organizations (3-credit hours)
• Seminar #2: Advanced Research Techniques (1-credit hour)
• Experiential Immersion: Maui, Hawaii

SUMMER 2026

• Renewing the Spiritual Leader (3-credit hours)
• Experiential Immersion: Colorado Rocky Mountains, Colorado

FALL 2026

• Biblical Theology of Ministry (3-credit hours)
• Seminar #3: Project Planning (1-credit hour)
• Experiential Immersion: Israel

SPRING 2027

• Leading Ministry in Emerging Culture (3-credit hours)
• Seminar #4: Publishing (1-credit hour)
• Experiential Immersion: Washington, DC

SUMMER 2027

• Project Design (3-credit hours)
• Experiential Immersion: Los Angeles, California

FALL 2027

• Dissertation Project (4-credit hours)

Spring 2028

• Dissertation/Project Writing (4-credit hours)

• Academic: Accredited MDiv or ministry-related master’s degree with a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale. Commitment to intense academic education.
• Experience: Significant ministry experience that enables the applicant to engage as a ministry peer.
• Ministry: Currently involved in a full-time vocational ministry context with a proven leadership role for not less than 5 years.
• Personal: Commitment to actively engage in personal and professional transformation.

The financial framework for this cohort is designed to be accessible and transparent. The Executive DMin. Cohort is priced at $25,000*. This includes tuition of $18,900 and $6,100 in program fees paid during the coursework phase (first two years) of the program.

• Tuition rate = $630/credit hour
• Fees of $1,016 per semester paid during the coursework phase of the program include on-site experiences, food, required textbooks, dissertation-project mentor and project advisors, and membership into the inaugural AGTS Fellowship of Pentecostal Leaders
• Not Included: Air travel to learning sites, accommodations, and editing fees

*Price applies for students completing in three years. Additional fees apply for students who take longer to complete the program.

Planned experiential immersions include:

Israel (Turkey and Greece at participant’s own cost)

Education in Israel is an immersive journey where history, faith, and discovery unite. Walking Jerusalem’s streets, exploring Galilee’s shores, and studying Jesus’ ministry, participants engage deeply with biblical history. With international scholar Wave Nunnally, they experience firsthand the intersection of ancient wisdom and modern innovation in this sacred land.

Maui, Hawaii

Maui, Hawaii, offers an inspiring education enriched by nature, culture, and faith. Surrounded by stunning landscapes, participants grow academically and personally. Since the 19th century, churches have shaped learning. Participants study with Pastors James and Janelle Marocco at King’s Cathedral and Chapels, a global ministry advancing the Kingdom of God, and preserving the “aloha”.

Washington, DC

Taking a class in Washington, D.C., offers a transformative experience in history, leadership, and innovation. Surrounded by iconic landmarks and institutions, participants learn with Len Sweet and Mark Batterson while engaging congressional leaders, gaining firsthand insights into governance, faith, and the intersection of education and national influence.

Colorado Rocky Mountains, CO

The retreat in the Rockies will be an unforgettably powerful time of personal spiritual formation in both solitude and community in a spectacular setting led by one of our own AG giants in facilitating deep growth in world changing leaders.

Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles, the birthplace of the 1906 Azusa Street Revival, holds deep significance in Pentecostalism. Participants explore its history and impact through leaders like William J. Seymour. By refining writing skills, they contribute to preserving and continuing the powerful legacy of Pentecostal faith and renewal.

Springfield, MO

Springfield, Missouri, the Queen City of the Ozarks, is a center of faith, history, and education. Home to the Assemblies of God headquarters, Flower Pentecostal Heritage Center, National Assemblies of God Prayer Center, Convoy of Hope, and the Assemblies of God Theological Seminary. Participants will have opportunity to visit the Flower Pentecostal Heritage Center, National Assemblies of God Prayer Center while fostering leadership and global missions. Participants will engage with national Assemblies of God leaders.

For more information, please contact:

Brenda Reed

DMin Operations Coordinator and Administrative Assistant

AGTS serves the larger Pentecostal traditions with 21st century leadership for the Church and its mission. AGTS is accredited by The Association of Theological Schools and The Higher Learning Commission. AGTS is the national seminary of the Assemblies of God.