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As today’s church membership evolves, YTI is changing the conversations about God and training leaders for the future church. While the church body is shifting and today’s churches face challenges, we are cultivating people to lead and become part of the change through an education at Yellowstone Theological Institute. Join the community and be part of the mission to open the conversations about God to all.
Apply to the Only Theological Master’s Programs in Montana
With the only theological master’s programs in Montana, the Yellowstone Theological Institute offers a Master of Arts (MA) and, starting in 2025, Master of Divinity (MDiv).
Our master’s programs are designed to educate students—many of which are second-career students—through intensive programs, with knowledge that allows graduates to use their education in many roles, both inside and outside a church calling or position.
In YTI’s academic programs, students can expand their learning, grow in their faith, and apply their education to their current or future career.
Master of Arts
Diploma of Christian Theology
Convenient Formats
The MA program is designed to let students pursue this degree without uprooting their lives. Courses are offered both as weeklong intensives and as 10-week evening classes in Bozeman during each academic term, and students can choose to attend most courses either in-person or online via live video.
Areas of Concentration
To meet the needs of each student, the master’s programs include foundational classes with additional concentration areas to guide students into their study areas of focus, with a clear outline of classes and course schedules.
Eligibility Requirements
For our master’s programs and diploma programs, there are specific eligibility requirements.
Master’s programs:
- Minimum 3.0 GPA
- Bachelor’s degree from accredited U.S. institution or foreign university
- Proficient in English
Diploma programs:
- High school diploma or equivalent
“Faith is the soul’s
adventure.”
-William Bridges
Why Join Us?
At YTI, we are training leaders of the future church to walk side by side with people who are convinced, who are skeptical, who don’t believe at all or who remain on the outside of religion because they don’t know where to turn. Our leaders and students at YTI recognize the need to meet people where they are in their spiritual journeys.
Tuition and Fees
At YTI, tuition and fees vary by program area and are made affordable through a small faculty, endowment-based giving and more. Tuition scholarships are considered for all master’s program candidates, based on their academics and GPA.
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