Methodist Theological School in Ohio

Divinity

The Master of Divinity (M.Div.) prepares persons who will seek, embody and proclaim God's good news that liberates individuals and communities from personal or systemic brokenness. The program prepares students to practice and lead theological reflection with others in ways that promote ministries of personal wholeness, faithful and hospitable community, and justice.

Ministry

In an era of cultural and ecclesial change, the Doctor of Ministry degree at MTSO seeks to provide the church with transformative leaders equipped with advanced skills for critically and theologically engaging issues and their contexts in ways that contribute to vital faith communities and institutions.

Public Theology

The Master of Arts in Public Theology (MAPT) equips persons to provide leadership for the formation and transformation of individuals and communities by nurturing personal and public liberating faith. Public theology engages theology and contemporary issues at the intersection of the church, academia, and civil society, deepening the knowledge and skills of those working to build societal peace, justice, and the common good.

Social Justice

The MASJ is a professional master's degree that provides an interdisciplinary approach to the interface between social justice, religion, and ethics. Combining academic learning, global engagement, community connection, and skill-building with critical analysis and reflection, graduates develop skills for leadership, organizing, educating, and collaborating in diverse social, political, and educational contexts and lead social justice initiatives in diverse professional settings.

Theological Studies

The MTS provides a broad foundation in the areas of Bible, Church History, Theology, Ethics, and Interreligious Contexts. Students pursuing this degree will gain skills for participating intelligently in public discourse about religious issues and in some fields may be prepared for further study for an advanced degree. Beyond the introductory levels of these disciplines, MTS students are required to concentrate in one field and achieve sufficient depth.