Ministry Training

The ministry degree program at Union 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 New York colleges that offer ministry training.

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Union Theological Seminary

807 Union Street, Schenectady, NY

Union Theological Seminary is a place of learning located in New York, NY. This school provides various educational experiences for its faith-filled students. This school enrolls about 300 students annually, providing students an excellent learning atmosphere. Union Theological Seminary offers several great programs to select from. The more popular enrolled programs among students are listed below:

• Ministry
• Theology

To be considered for admissions, you may be required to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school records, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff.

Union Theological Seminary also offers student services such as academic guidance for students that may require additional help and help with employment options for students.

The tuition for the graduate level programs is approximately $29,000 for the year, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students should check the school's tuition calculator to determine cost. Housing is available for students, and generally costs approximately $9,600 per year. This school may provide financial assistance for students who qualify by way of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Union Theological Seminary has been accredited by the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools since 1938. To see more and get consumer disclosures, you can visit utsnyc.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Ministry Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Union Theological Seminary has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Master's Degree
• Doctorate Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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

• Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY
  • Total Employment: 510
  • Average Hourly Rate: $24.08
  • Average Annual Salary: $50080

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).