Thread: please help...looking for tuition free masters/Doctorate degree

I have spent about 20 hours scouring the net for information.

I do not have any money to pay, but I want a Masters degree, or doctorate though I am not sure that is possible without a masters...in Christian studies -Ministry/Pastoral/Divinity/Counseling /Leadership/Bible study/something (that when I look at the syllabus I get excited) from a reputable school that will be recognized. If possible, I would love to get something having to do with writing or journalism . I prefer something that caters more to the people and building a ministry, but with solid biblical courses.

If possible, I would like to complete it very quickly.

Does not have to be accredited, but I would like for it to be recognized as reputable. I do not live in the US, but would like it to be recognized there.

I have already looked at Nations University and it does not fill me with great excitement.

I am an aspiring author and would like to have a background that will fill me with knowledge to write to the people for evangelizing, not necessarily for academic purposes.

I have investigated Galios and would like to know what people think of this one?

Again, I cannot put any money into the education .

If you could please help me, I would appreciate it.

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	Grand Canyon University Grand Canyon University GCU offers the following online degree programs: Bachelor's Degrees in Elementary Education, Christian Studies, Addiction Counseling, Justice Studies, Public Safety Administration, Public Safety and Emergency Mgmt, and Second Education; Master's Degrees in Christian Studies, Teaching, Business Administration (MBA), Ccounting, Master of Education (with a variety of concentrations), Addiction Counseling, Criminal Justice, Leadership, Nursing, Professional Counseling, General Pschology, and Industrial & Organizational Psychology; and Doctorate's in Education. The school is regionally accredited, the most widely recognized accreditation. Click Here to receive FREE information on this school.

	Kent State University Kent State University Kent State offers online Master of Music in Music Education, an online RN to BSN degree, a MA in Journalism and an MA in Communications - Public Relations. Kent State is a very highly regarded, selective school with a long history for excellence. It is regionally accredited, the most widely recognized form of accreditation. Click Here to receive FREE information on this school.

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I don't believe that what you're looking for actually exists in the DL world. There are situations at regular B&M universities where a doctoral student might be given a stipend for being a teaching assistant but I think that's as good as it gets. It shouldn't be too surprising though. It would be a little like going to a good restaurant and expecting free food.

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What about Ames Christian College, theres a few threads about it. It's not free nor accredited but its an option to look at. I believe its 100% online but dont quote me.

Online Degrees

Originally Posted by Kizmet

I don't believe that what you're looking for actually exists in the DL world. There are situations at regular B&M universities where a doctoral student might be given a stipend for being a teaching assistant but I think that's as good as it gets. It shouldn't be too surprising though. It would be a little like going to a good restaurant and expecting free food.

How can you actually say so? There seem to be many online schools that are tuition free.

Originally Posted by johnp

What about Ames Christian College, theres a few threads about it. It's not free nor accredited but its an option to look at. I believe its 100% online but dont quote me.

Online Degrees

Oh yes, I found this. Thank you. I think I may sign up for this because I like the syllabus, but it does not offer any degree. Only a certificate.

P.S., if it is not a fast program, that is ok too. It does not have to meet all of my specfications.

[QUOTE=ilovegod;353408]..................I do not have any money to pay, but I want a Masters degree, or doctorate though I am not sure that is possible without a masters...in Christian studies -Ministry/Pastoral/Divinity/Counseling /Leadership/Bible study/something .................If possible, I would like to complete it very quickly................Does not have to be accredited, but I would like for it to be recognized as reputable. I do not live in the US, but would like it to be recognized there.
...................... I am an aspiring author and would like to have a background that will fill me with knowledge to write to the people for evangelizing, not necessarily for academic purposes..............................Again, I cannot put any money into the education .
.......................QUOTE]

You could get yourself ordained and pick up a doctorate from the Universal life Church. I've attended a couple of weddings by ministers from this church which is perfectly legal in the USA. One of their doctorates may fit your need for writing, however it will not work if you want to join academia.
http://www.ulc.net/index.php

Originally Posted by ilovegod

..............There seem to be many online schools that are tuition free.

Could you please list those that you have found?

	George Washington University George Washington University GWU offers an online Bachelor’s Degree in Police Science; and Master’s Degrees in Education and Human Development, Paralegal Studies, Public Relations, Educational Technology Lead, MBA – Healthcare, and MPS in Security and Safety Leadership. GW University is a prestigious and well regarded school. Established in the heart of the nation's capital in 1821, GW provides innovative programs in more than 200 fields of study, including graduate certificate, master's and doctoral programs. Under the guidance of a world-renowned faculty, you will explore both theory and practice in courses that prepare you to meet the needs of an increasingly complex society. Click Here to receive FREE information on this school.

	Grand Canyon University Grand Canyon University GCU offers the following online degree programs: Bachelor's Degrees in Elementary Education, Christian Studies, Addiction Counseling, Justice Studies, Public Safety Administration, Public Safety and Emergency Mgmt, and Second Education; Master's Degrees in Christian Studies, Teaching, Business Administration (MBA), Ccounting, Master of Education (with a variety of concentrations), Addiction Counseling, Criminal Justice, Leadership, Nursing, Professional Counseling, General Pschology, and Industrial & Organizational Psychology; and Doctorate's in Education. The school is regionally accredited, the most widely recognized accreditation. Click Here to receive FREE information on this school.

	Counseling Degrees Counseling Degrees Counselors work in diverse community settings designed to provide a variety of counseling, rehabilitation, and support services. Their duties vary greatly, depending on their specialty, which is determined by the setting in which they work and the population they serve. Although the specific setting may have an implied scope of practice, counselors frequently are challenged with children, adolescents, adults, or families that have multiple issues, such as mental health disorders and addiction, disability and employment needs, school problems or career counseling needs, and trauma. Counselors must recognize these issues in order to provide their clients with appropriate counseling and support. •People interested in counseling should have a strong desire to help others and should be able to inspire respect, trust, and confidence. •Education and training requirements vary by State and specialty, but a master’s degree is required to become a licensed counselor. •Projected job growth varies by specialty, but job opportunities should be favorable as job openings are expected to exceed the number of graduates from counseling programs. Click Here to find FREE information on schools offering this course of study.

[QUOTE=Ian Anderson;353422]

Originally Posted by ilovegod

..................I do not have any money to pay, but I want a Masters degree, or doctorate though I am not sure that is possible without a masters...in Christian studies -Ministry/Pastoral/Divinity/Counseling /Leadership/Bible study/something .................If possible, I would like to complete it very quickly................Does not have to be accredited, but I would like for it to be recognized as reputable. I do not live in the US, but would like it to be recognized there.
...................... I am an aspiring author and would like to have a background that will fill me with knowledge to write to the people for evangelizing, not necessarily for academic purposes..............................Again, I cannot put any money into the education .
.......................QUOTE]

You could get yourself ordained and pick up a doctorate from the Universal life Church. I've attended a couple of weddings by ministers from this church which is perfectly legal in the USA. One of their doctorates may fit your need for writing, however it will not work if you want to join academia.
http://www.ulc.net/index.php


Could you please list those that you have found?

So are you saying, get ordained free, and then get a doctorate from there?

Trinitytheology.org
freelandia.com I think
apostlic faith online college...others say it is free
Galios..has specific guidelines for masters..
northwesternseminary
ministers-best-friend
central christian college of the bible
nations university
jesus bible college
Logos Divinity school has a few hundred dollar "registration" fee, but tuition is free.
gracenotes.com

I do not know if they are accredited or not..some are, some not. And to be honest, I really am confused about what they should have in the way of accreditation. I am American but I live in Europe.. I would go with Nations Universitysince there seem to be suggestions online here for that one...but I am not pulled to it.

There were a lot more, but these were the ones I was most interested in.

	George Washington University George Washington University GWU offers an online Bachelor’s Degree in Police Science; and Master’s Degrees in Education and Human Development, Paralegal Studies, Public Relations, Educational Technology Lead, MBA – Healthcare, and MPS in Security and Safety Leadership. GW University is a prestigious and well regarded school. Established in the heart of the nation's capital in 1821, GW provides innovative programs in more than 200 fields of study, including graduate certificate, master's and doctoral programs. Under the guidance of a world-renowned faculty, you will explore both theory and practice in courses that prepare you to meet the needs of an increasingly complex society. Click Here to receive FREE information on this school.

	Grand Canyon University Grand Canyon University GCU offers the following online degree programs: Bachelor's Degrees in Elementary Education, Christian Studies, Addiction Counseling, Justice Studies, Public Safety Administration, Public Safety and Emergency Mgmt, and Second Education; Master's Degrees in Christian Studies, Teaching, Business Administration (MBA), Ccounting, Master of Education (with a variety of concentrations), Addiction Counseling, Criminal Justice, Leadership, Nursing, Professional Counseling, General Pschology, and Industrial & Organizational Psychology; and Doctorate's in Education. The school is regionally accredited, the most widely recognized accreditation. Click Here to receive FREE information on this school.

	Counseling Degrees Counseling Degrees Counselors work in diverse community settings designed to provide a variety of counseling, rehabilitation, and support services. Their duties vary greatly, depending on their specialty, which is determined by the setting in which they work and the population they serve. Although the specific setting may have an implied scope of practice, counselors frequently are challenged with children, adolescents, adults, or families that have multiple issues, such as mental health disorders and addiction, disability and employment needs, school problems or career counseling needs, and trauma. Counselors must recognize these issues in order to provide their clients with appropriate counseling and support. •People interested in counseling should have a strong desire to help others and should be able to inspire respect, trust, and confidence. •Education and training requirements vary by State and specialty, but a master’s degree is required to become a licensed counselor. •Projected job growth varies by specialty, but job opportunities should be favorable as job openings are expected to exceed the number of graduates from counseling programs. Click Here to find FREE information on schools offering this course of study.

Originally Posted by ilovegod

How can you actually say so? There seem to be many online schools that are tuition free.

Which ones?

It keep saying my post will not be visible until a moderator has approved it..
And I have posted a list of the schools twice now...but it is not showing.

I am not interested in taking one course and getting a doctorate degree... as the person above had spoke about. That would qualify the Universal life church then as a diploma mill I guess. I know I did say I want it FAST, but I just meant that I want the studies to be accelerated..not to take 3 or 4 full years.

Trinitytheology
Calvin School
Galios...
ministers-best-friend
gracenotes
northwesternseminary
central christian college of the bible
freelandia
Apostlic Faith Online
Nations University
Jesus Bible College

These are just the ones I am interested in...there were more..some were accredited, others were not...and I do not understand all that either...I am American living in Europe and wonder how it differs here.

Apostlic Faith may or may not be free..and I forgot Logos Divinity has a registration fee...
and saltlakebiblecollege dot org

My posts keep getting hijacked...sorry. They will not let me post them. REALLY lame.

Originally Posted by ilovegod

My posts keep getting hijacked...sorry. They will not let me post them. REALLY lame.

Here's a link that explains it. Sorry for the inconvenience.
http://www.degreeinfo.com/distance-l...-posts-go.html

Also, as a new member, it is probably not the best idea to jump in and begin criticizing without understanding what is going on.

Ok Thank you...I understand. It was just really frustrating to retype the same thing several times....I am waiting for the previous posts I have made to get posted. But I hope that other people will please tell ME what YOU know..I came here looking for info, and you are asking me for the info that I am looking for! :)