Marylhurst University

Program Information

Degree Offered

D.Min.- Minister

Format: Campus

Program Description:

The Doctor of Ministry is offered through a cooperative agreement with San Francisco Theological Seminary.

While there is a depth of mystery and humility in faith, San Francisco Theological Seminary's Doctor of Ministry program at Marylhurst University is designed to give students’ faith a practical application, allowing it to achieve its full meaning as a force for positive change.

Students from all major traditions – Christianity, Judaism, Buddhism or Islam – will learn to apply theology to a concrete pastoral discipline.

Doctor of Ministry graduates leave with greater career potential and a deeper appreciation for the many connections among faith, community and personal goals.

In this program, students:
• Gain a greater understanding of sacred literature;
• Learn about modern pastoral issues;
• Develop skills for a career in educational leadership; and
• Expand theological knowledge.

LASTING RELATIONSHIPS

The convergence of clergy and lay pastors from many faiths provides students with opportunities for networking and support. While working on the Doctor of Ministry degree, students strike up relationships with colleagues that often lead to new career paths, new insights into challenging spiritual, political and ethical issues, and friendships that last for decades.

SAN FRANCISCO THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY

The Doctor of Ministry is granted by this esteemed theological institution. Located in San Anselmo, California, San Francisco Theological Seminary has been providing continuing education and advanced degrees for clergy and pastoral professionals for more than 100 years.

DEDICATED FACULTY

Both San Francisco Theological Seminary and Marylhurst University offer students a team of skilled theologians, each with a doctoral degree and years of experience in ministry, education or public service.

Eligibility Requirements:

Applicants must either be ordained by a recognized religious congregation or have endorsement as a non-ordained person from their religious organization. The completion of three years of ministry after ordination is required.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No

Classification: Master's Colleges & Universities I

Institution Sector: Private not-for-profit

Locale: Large Suburb

Size & Settings: 1,000 - 4,999