LUTHERAN THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY AT PHILADELPHIA

The Lutheran Theological Seminary in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, aims to create the spiritual leaders of tomorrow by offering an educational experience that will help you deepen your faith commitment for active engagement in the global community. The seminary welcomes all denominations of the Evangelical Lutheran faith, instructing students from more than 28 backgrounds. No matter to which denomination you belong, you will be able to enrich your spiritual and college life by participating in pr... ograms like the Urban Theological Institute, which offers degrees relevant to the African American community, the Faith and Life Institute and the Intersections Institute. The seminary’s academics include advanced degrees and certificate programs, some of which are: * Divinity * Religion * Public Leadership * Sacred Theology * Ministry * Philosophy No matter which career you pursue, you will receive the training and theological education to become actively involved in nurturing faith communities throughout the world. Your education will be enhanced by the seminary’s worship events and leisure activities. When you are not studying, you can take a break by participating in one of the seminary’s recreational events; or, if you are seeking spiritual inspiration, you can quietly meditate and pray in the student chapel. Each academic program has its own admissions requirements, although all applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution to be considered for enrollment. The seminary strives to help more students join its dynamic faith community by offering financial aid to eligible students. Forms of aid include need and merit-based grants, loans and scholarships, available from LTSP and Eby foundations, as well as the state of Pennsylvania.More