Master of Divinity
The Master of Divinity degree program prepares students to be faithful and effective pastors in the 21st century. The four-year program includes one full year of internship.
Admission to the M.Div. Program
Admission requirements:
- bachelor's degree with minimum 3.0 GPA
- a commitment to Christ and his church
Application requirements:
- three letters of recommendation
- an autobiographical/faith statement
- undergraduate transcripts
- application form
Academic schedulEs and key dates
View the current academic schedules and key dates.
Graduation Requirements
Coursework can be completed by a combination of residential study, distance learning and learning in context. Graduation Requirements include:
- 30 courses of study
- a Bible proficiency exam
- teaching parish contextual education
- internship
M.Div. Curriculum
Explore the Academic Catalog for information on required and elective courses, organized by department and by class year.
ELCA Candidacy Information
Outlines the requirements for candidacy in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.
M.Div. Distributed Learning Program
The Master of Divinity Distributed Learning program (M.Div. DL) allows students to complete the requirements of a full M.Div. degree at Luther Seminary potentially without having to relocate to St. Paul.
ELCA Candidacy Information
Outlines the requirements for candidacy in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
Students of Other Traditions
The Student Resource Center at Luther is poised to accompany ecumenical students through their degree and candidacy processes.
Youth and Family Concentration
M.Div. students interested in focusing their pastoral leadership around youth ministry can take a concentration in Children, Youth and Family Ministry.
