Is a masters degree required for application to the doctoral programs?
For the Ph.D., while a master’s degree is not a requirement, it is a distinct advantage in the application process, and in fact, most students admitted to the Ph.D. program have already earned master’s degrees. The background gained from one or two years of study beyond the undergraduate level allows a student to enter a doctoral program prepared to do the advanced work required for a Ph.D. It is important to add, however, that students with an undergraduate record of high quality and extensive academic preparation relevant to their proposed plan of study may be admitted with only a B.A. An M.Div. or an equivalent degree is required for admission to the Th.D. program. If you have a question about whether your degree would be considered equivalent, please contact Th.D. Administrator, Kathryn Kunkel (617-495-7884, kathryn_kunkel@harvard.edu).
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