Admissions to Our Degree Programs
The Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago offers the following degree programs:
For information about each program follow the links to the left or scroll down; admissions information is linked provided or linked from each section.
The Master of Arts Program is for
- Persons who desire to engage in theological study to enhance their Christian life.
- Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) members who are preparing to become diaconal ministers, deaconesses, associates in ministry, or who wish to pursue other special ministries within the Lutheran church.
- Persons who wish to pursue theological study as an academic discipline and plan to enter a doctoral program.
Degree required for admission: A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university.
| Link to Admissions info about the Masters of Arts program. |
| Link to learn about the Master of Arts' concentrations & emphases. |
The Masters of Divinity Program is for
- Persons who are preparing for ordained ministry and for general pastoral and religious leadership responsibilities in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) or in another denomination or ministry setting.
- Persons who wish to prepare to enter a doctoral program.
Degree required for admission: A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university.
| Link to Admissions info about the Masters of Divinity program. |
|Link to learn about the Master of Divinity's concentrations & emphases. |
The Dual Degree Program (A.M./M.A. or M.Div.) with the University of Chicago is for
- Persons who have interests in the theological and pastoral studies represented by the M.A. and M.Div. degrees and in the studies of clinical practice and social work administration represented by the master of arts (A.M.) in social work. The vocational aims of those undertaking this coordinated program may include service as a social worker or administrator in a church-related social welfare agency; service in pastoral ministry with special emphasis on social work skills (including counseling or advocacy); or part-time or sequential service in both professions.
Degree required for admission: A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university.
If you would like more information about this program, please contact our Admissions staff, at (773) 256-0727.
The Master of Theology Program is for
- Persons who desire to do advanced theological work in one of the following areas: biblical studies, historical studies, theological studies, church and society, and world mission.
- Persons who are beginning their preparation for the Ph.D. degree.
At LSTC, the acquisition of the Th.M. is one step in the process toward the Ph.D.
Degree required for admission: An M.Div. degree or its equivalent.
| Link to Admissions info about the Master of Theology program. |
|Link to learn about the Master of Theology's concentrations & emphases.|
The Doctor of Philosophy Program is for
- Persons who desire to undertake the most advanced level of theological study and research.
- Persons who wish to prepare for a career of teaching in theology or religious studies.
- Persons who wish to prepare to serve as research and program executives for church boards or agencies, as college or university chaplains, as editors, publishers, and writers, or as pastoral leaders who envision a scholarly dimension to their ministry.
Degree required for admission: An M.Div. degree or its equivalent.
| Link to Admissions info about the Master of Theology program. |
| Link to learn about the Master of Theology's concentrations & emphases.|
The Doctor of Ministry Program is for
- Persons who desire to engage in advanced theological reflection on a particular aspect of their practice of ministry.
- Persons who are committed to working collegially with peers and instructors to advance their level of theological and practical ministry skills.
- Persons who are seeking to revitalize their ministries.
Key requirements for admission to all D.Min. Programs includes:
- M.Div degree or its equivalent
- Three years or more of full-time professional ministry experience
LSTC offers two Doctor of Ministry Programs:
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