Ministry Training

The ministry degree program at Interdenominational Theological Center offers students preparation to become ordained ministers or priests in various Christian religious sects and traditions, to preach at churches or religious schools/organizations. Students seeking a divinity degree will have gained knowledge in the theology and polity of a particular church, church law, liturgy and ritual, principles of pastoral ministry, homiletics, evangelism, church/parish organization and management, Christian ethics, church history, and related studies. Get more details below including other Georgia colleges that offer ministry training.

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Interdenominational Theological Center

Also known as GTC Gwinnett Tech

5150 Sugarloaf Parkway, Lawrenceville, GA

Interdenominational Theological Center is operated as an interdenominational Christian institution located in Atlanta, GA, which maintains a seminary for individuals seeking to become priests.The school is also a "historically black college", or HBCU, which was among one of the schools established after the civil war to provide education for African-American students. The school enrolls about 400 students yearly, which can provide a great learning environment for students. Interdenominational Theological Center offers several programs for students to choose from. The more popular enrolled programs among individuals are listed below:

• Ministry
• Theology and Religious Vocations

Students applying for admission are asked to submit an application, transcripts, as well as any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by the school.

Interdenominational Theological Center also provides student services such as flexible courses for working or busy students and career guidance for students that may require additional help.

Interdenominational Theological Center is accredited by the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools, having held that accreditation for the last fifty-four straight years. To read more and get consumer disclosures, please visit itc.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Ministry Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. GTC Gwinnett Tech offers a master's degree program in ministry.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Clergy

Description

Conduct religious worship and perform other spiritual functions associated with beliefs and practices of religious faith or denomination. Provide spiritual and moral guidance and assistance to members.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, clergy employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.6% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA
  • Total Employment: 280
  • Average Hourly Rate: $23.36
  • Average Annual Salary: $48600

Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in philosophy, religion, and theology. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).