Ministry Training

The ministry degree program at San Francisco 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 California colleges that offer ministry training.

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San Francisco Theological Seminary (SFTS)

1600 Holloway Ave, San Francisco, CA

San Francisco Theological Seminary, located in San Anselmo, CA, is a Presbyterian Church affiliated school that provides students an excellent educational experience, including religious leadership training through its seminary. This school has an enrollment of around 400 students per year. San Francisco Theological Seminary has several programs to select from. Some of the more popular programs offered for students are:

• Ministry
• Theological and Ministerial Studies
• Theology and Religious Vocations
• Theology

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts and records and any standardized tests, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff.

San Francisco Theological Seminary also provides student services including help with employment options for students and career guidance for students that may require additional help.

This school's tuition for the graduate programs is approximately $12,000 annually, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students should check the school's net price calculator to see the personalize cost of attendance. Living accommodations are available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is around $5,700. Financial aid may be provided to those that meet the necessary requirements.

This school has been accredited by the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools since 1938. To learn more and get consumer disclosures, please visit sfts.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Ministry Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. San Francisco 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

• Oakland-Hayward-Berkeley, CA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 490
• San Francisco-Redwood City-South San Francisco, CA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 310
  • Average Hourly Rate: $32.38
  • Average Annual Salary: $67350

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).