Deepen your practice of ministry with a Doctorate
Lancaster Theological Seminary’s fully accredited, Doctor of Ministry program for religious professionals is designed to help you:
- Grow spiritually
- Lead with inspiration and insight
- Inquire deeply through study and research
- Engage in rich dialogue with renowned faculty and engaged colleagues from many faith traditions.
Earn your Doctorate in 4 years, or choose our accelerated option and graduate in 3 years!
Convenient online learning
Spend 5 days on campus in the fall & spring
Our DMin program:
- Integrates theological reflection with your ongoing practice of ministry;
- Provides opportunities to learn with and from peers;
- Blends convenient online coursework with powerful on-campus intensive courses one week each semester.
Our DMin program offers you a rare and valuable opportunity to engage with others on the big questions:
- What does it mean to be human?
- How wide is God’s mercy?
- What is the nature of power?
- What is needed for human flourishing?
Admission Requirements
- Accredited Master of Divinity degree, ministry related or religious studies master’s degree
- Significant ministerial experience (usually 3-5 years)
- The ability to thoughtfully interpret scripture and theological tradition
- The ability to articulate a self-understanding of ministerial identity and vocational calling.
Click here for the full description of admission requirements.
Dynamic Electives
- Theological Improv
- Forming Faith in an Internet World
- Grief & Trauma Informed Ministry
- What Happens When All Are Welcome?
- Sustaining Spiritual Life in the 21st Century
- Where Theology & Strategic Planning Meet
- Social Justice & Faith Communities
Exciting Core Courses
- Listening as an Act of Love
- America’s Changing Religious Landscape
- Developing Leaders and Cultivating Partnerships
- Major Project Proposal Preparation
Earn your DMin in 4 years!
(accelerated option available)
