What Programs Do ELCA Seminaries Offer?
See also Find an ELCA Seminary | Why Choose an ELCA Seminary? Master of Divinity Each seminary offers a four-year academic and professional degree program, including a one year internship, which meets the normal academic requirements for ordination in the ELCA. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is normally required for admission. Master of Arts / Master of Theological Studies These two-year post-baccalaureate programs may be oriented toward academic and practical preparation for lay ministries in the church or toward the academic study of theological disciplines. Some seminaries offer specialized programs in aspects of ministry such as youth and family, music or Christian education. Master of Theology / Master of Sacred Theology These degree programs build on the Master of Divinity or Master of Arts programs and provide a fuller mastery of one area or discipline of theological study. Doctor of Ministry ELCA seminaries in all three clusters offer this advanced
