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Academic Programs

Important Notice: As of February 20, 2008, the Board of Trustees has suspended recruitment for all programs for the coming academic year, 2008-2009. Courses of study are continuing for current students in Spring 2008. Summer 2008 Doctor of Ministry residencies will take place as scheduled.

More information from Academic Dean Ruth Meyers about 2008-2009 course offerings for current students.>

A distinctive integration of theory and practice with an emphasis on congregational development characterizes Seabury's academic programs: Master of Divinity, Master of Theological Studies, and certificate programs offered during the 9-month academic year; and Doctor of Ministry programs with summer residencies.

The Master of Divinity program, Seabury's core academic program, builds on the results of the "Toward a Higher Quality of Christian Ministry" research project and contemporary theological understandings of God's mission. From the beginning of their studies, students develop their understanding of mission in the contexts of contemporary U.S. cultures. As they progress through the program, students repeat cycles of theory, formation, practice, and reflection, thereby integrating knowledge, character formation, and skills needed for ordained and lay leadership in the church today.

In the Master of Theological Studies program, students elect a concentration in a specific theological discipline or in church music and liturgy. Taking courses in the M.Div. program, students benefit from the missional approach to theological study that characterizes a Seabury education.

Students preparing for ordination who have previous theological study or other special needs may enroll in a certificate program for one or two years of study designed in consultation with the student's diocese.

Two Doctor of Ministry programs provide opportunity for professional development for clergy who come to campus for a few weeks each summer for three years. The D.Min. in Congregational Development focuses on development of knowledge and skills for effective congregational change. In the D.Min. in Preaching program, a program offered collaboratively with several seminaries in the Association of Chicago Theological Schools, students work with renowned preachers and teachers to develop their understanding of and skills in preaching. Both programs foster interaction with peers and encourage integration of course work with the student's current ministry context.