Ministry Training

The ministry degree program at Memphis Theological Seminary 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 Tennessee colleges that offer ministry training.

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Memphis Theological Seminary

Southern Avenue, Memphis, TN

Memphis Theological Seminary, located in Memphis, Tennessee, is a school dedicated to providing faith-filled education. The school maintains a Cumberland Presbyterian affiliation, and offers priest studies through its seminary. Memphis Theological Seminary had an enrollment of 300 students last year. Memphis Theological Seminary offers several programs for students to choose from. Here are the programs with more popularity among students:

• Ministry
• Substance Abuse and Addiction Counseling
• Theological and Ministerial Studies
• Religious Studies

Students applying for admission are most often asked to submit an application, transcripts and records, as well as any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the admissions staff.

Memphis Theological Seminary also provides academic counseling assistance for students that may require additional help.

Tuition for the graduate programs is approximately $11,000 for the year, though it may change based on different types of circumstances. Students should check the school's net price calculator to find what your personalized cost of attendance would be. Living quarters are available on-campus for potential students. The yearly cost of housing is approximately $740. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools has accredited the education provided by Memphis Theological Seminary for over forty-one straight years. For information and consumer disclosures, please check out school's website.

Students Enrolled in the Ministry Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Memphis Theological Seminary 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

• Memphis, TN-MS-AR
  • Total Employment: 120
  • Average Hourly Rate: $26.09
  • Average Annual Salary: $54270

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).