Degrees Offered & Application
Master of Divinity
The Master of Divinity (M.Div.) degree program prepares persons for ordained ministry through a four-year curriculum consisting of three years in residence and one year of supervised internship. The curriculum includes academic studies and a variety of contextual learning experiences throughout the four years. The program offers an intentional approach to the multi-cultural context in which the church carries out its mission.
For more information about the M.Div. degree : Requirements/Applying
Master of Arts in Religion
The Master of Arts in Religion (M.A.R.) degree program is a two-year course of study designed to prepare persons for lay church occupations. This program is also appropriate for persons desiring theological perspective or a broad background in the theological disciplines preparatory for further graduate study. The M.A.R. degree is the basic academic credential for Lutheran candidates seeking consecration as Diaconal Ministers, ELCA Deaconesses or certification as a Level II Associate in Ministry.
For more information about the M.A.R. degree : Requirements/Applying
Master of Sacred Theology
The Master of Sacred Theology (S.T.M.) degree is an opportunity to acquire a more in depth mastery of one area or discipline of theological study than is normally provided in the professional master's degree.
For more information about the S.T.M. degree: Requirements/Applying
Doctor of Ministry
The Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.) program exists in order to enable seminary graduates to develop further their scholarship and effectiveness in ministry.
For more information about the D.Min. degree: Requirements/Applying
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Jenny Tomalka
Director of Admissions
JTomalka@ltss.edu
Anthony Dicks
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ADicks@ltss.edu
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