Saint Paul School of Theology

Leawood, KS

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The best academic and religious education possible.

Saint Paul is committed to the formation of people for innovative, creative ministry through rigorous academic life; the exploration of Scripture, tradition, and ministry practices; and diverse, contextual experience. 

Why choose Saint Paul?
Theology meets life at Saint Paul School of Theology so students are better equipped to make a difference in today’s world. We’ve created groundbreaking theology degrees through collaborations with the Church of the Resurrection in Leawood, Kansas (Greater Kansas City Metro Area), and Oklahoma City University in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Each institution we have worked with has contributed its core strengths and principles, so students get an integrated theological education with real-world, practical ministry experience. Saint Paul School of Theology graduates have a solid theological foundation and the experience necessary to educate and lead. They are leaders who rely on the power of Jesus Christ to renew the church and transform the world.

Students who attend Saint Paul School of Theology are provided with a high-quality education. Are key differentiators are listed below:
• Students benefit from our real-world education model
• Students learn from both professors and practitioners
• Students are able to connect with other students through spiritual formation retreats.

Our unique education experience
We believe that holistic formation for ministry and mission happens in the context of a worshipping Christian community which models the interconnectedness of all life by its participatory decision-making processes and corporate life.

As an educational community we are committed to pluralistic, functional teaching and learning across geographic divides, emphasizing interdisciplinary studies and a diversity of perspectives toward a goal of preparing leaders with theological integrity.

We believe that this theological education must include rigorous scholarship, lifelong learning, integrated reflection/practice, and a global outlook. When you choose to go to Saint Paul School of Theology for your theology degree, you choose to receive the best academic and religious education possible.

Our focus of ministry
We are committed to providing theologically-informed and competent leadership for local churches and for the church at large through the preparation of both clergy and laity. Through innovative approaches blending classroom content and on-the-ground training, Saint Paul students are able to lead in diverse ministry settings while in seminary and beyond.

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11 Graduate Program Options Offered

Program Certificate Master's Doctorate
Campus Hybrid Online Campus Hybrid Online Campus Hybrid Online
Divinity            
Ministry        
Theology            

Located in Leawood, KS

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Programs

Master of Divinity (M.Div)
79 CREDIT HOURS

The Master of Divinity (M.Div) prepares leaders for ministry in a church setting, chaplaincy, and other forms of religious leadership. Graduates provide leadership in renewal of the church, demonstrate critical and practical understanding of the Bible, and obtain requirements necessary for ordination.

Specializations for Contemporary Ministry:
• Evangelism
• Wesleyan Studies
• Women, Society, and Church Studies

Master of Arts in Christian Ministry
38 CREDIT HOURS

The Master of Arts in Christian Ministry (MACM)  is designed to provide theologically informed and competent lay and ordained leaders in specialized ministry for the local church and beyond. The MACM cultivates awareness of the social and cultural contexts in which ministry occurs. It promotes growth of knowledge and skills for competence in a specialized area of ministry.

Recently designed, this degree program will meet the academic requirements for ordination as a Deacon in the United Methodist Church.

Specializations for Contemporary Ministry:
• Social Justice & Advocacy
• Prophetic Witness and Service
• Deacon Ministries
• UMC Basic Graduate Theological Studies or Advanced Course of Study

Master of Arts in Theological Studies
38 CREDIT HOURS

The Master of Arts in Theological Studies or MATS is designed to provide academic grounding in theological studies for persons intending to pursue further graduate study or for personal academic research. The MATS degree program educates persons in biblical, historical, and theological studies through rigorous research and writing, culminating in an interdisciplinary capstone project in an area of academic specialization.

Doctor of Ministry (DMin)
30 CREDIT HOURS

The Doctor of Ministry (DMin) is the highest degree in professional ministry and seeks to provide advanced level leadership. Through study, reflection, engagement, and field research, the DMin program provides leaders in ministry an opportunity to reflect more deeply on their theology, identity, and practice of ministry, while developing a model of ministry which can be commended to other leaders.

Courses are offered online and in hybrid format (online and on campus for one week each fall and spring semester)

Cost Per Credit Hour

$637.00

$637.00

varies by program

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