UNIFICATION THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY

If you’re looking for a theological education that will prepare you for leadership in the Unification Church and for practice in many types of ministry, including evangelism, religious education, missionary work, and more, the Unification Theological Seminary in Barrytown, New York, may be the place for you. The school is a graduate level institution and interfaith seminary, with faculty and students representing a broad range of religious traditions. To honor its diversity, the school offers... classes in Christianity, Islam, Buddhism and many others. Academics include a master’s of arts in Religious Studies, master of Religious Education, master of Divinity and doctor of Ministry programs. The school also offers chaplaincy programs for students seeking a career as a professional chaplain in hospital, hospice, military, correctional facility and other settings. Admissions are based on academic excellence and spiritual and moral character. A personal interview is required, as are two letters of recommendation, with at least one being from a church leader. No specific course of undergraduate education is necessary, although a basic knowledge of history, social and natural sciences, psychology and philosophy is recommended. To be considered for financial aid, students must complete the FAFSA before August 1 of the prior academic year. The school offers many scholarships, including the Ecumenical, Family Federation USA, Partial Tuition scholarships and many more. Other assistance options include federal subsidized or unsubsidized Stafford loans.More