Degrees
The Divinity School offers two basic theological master’s degrees and one advanced-level master’s degree. The school also offers a Doctor of Theology program.
Master of Divinity (M.Div.) degree — A three-year, professional degree preparing women and men for ordained leadership in the church.
Options in addition to the basic M.Div. include:
- a concentration in Christian education
- a certificate in Baptist studies
- a certificate in Anglican studies and
- a certificate in Gender, Theology and Ministry.
Master of Theological Studies (M.T.S.) degree — A two-year, academic degree primarily focused on preparing women and men for the teaching ministry of the church.
Master of Theology (Th.M.) degree — A one-year, advanced-level degree that builds upon work already completed in one of the basic theological degrees.
Doctor of Theology (Th.D.) degree — A four- to five-year degree that prepares students for academic appointments in theological schools or leadership positions in the church.
Special Student — A category for students who wish to take courses for credit, but are not enrolled in a degree program.
The Online Bulletin has complete information on the curriculum and courses.
For the Ph.D. program, visit the Graduate Program in Religion.