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Your Spiritual Journey Starts Here
Are you still discerning which degree, specialization, or non-degree program best fits your call to ministry? Are you interested in learning more about the Wesley community, classes, financial aid, and more? Join us!
Prospective Master's Students
Interested in Trying a Class?Expand
Are you looking to:
register for a master's-level class (for credit, audit, or CEUs) while still discerning?
take a course(s) to fulfill a denominational or graduate theological requirement?
Visit our Try-A-Class page to get started as a non-degree student.
Click here to learn more: https://www.wesleyseminary.edu/admissions/try-a-class/
To be admitted as a non-degree student, you must be a graduate of a regionally accredited college and must submit a completednon-degree application form. Additionally, you must send an official transcript directly from the undergraduate college or university to the Wesley Office of Admissions.
Non-degree students are not eligible for financial assistance or campus housing.
Schedule a One-On-One VisitExpand
Schedule a personalized campus visit, in-person or online.
Meet with recruiter Elizabeth Pruchnicki to learn about degrees, specializations, field experience and education, and financial aid opportunities.
Online Chat with a Recruiter Sign-up
In-Person Campus Visit Request Form
Window on Wesley: Online Open HouseExpand
Discover Wesley!
This online special open house event is designed for prospective master's students hoping to attend Wesley Theological Seminary online or in-person in Washington, DC, or a combination of both!
Fall Dates Coming Soon. Take advantage of other opportunities to visit or connect with us:
Online Chat with a Recruiter Sign-up
In-Person Campus Visit Request Form
During the open house, experience awindowinto the rich, theological education that the seminary has to offer:
converse with current students, faculty and admissions staff
discussmaster's-leveldegree programs
visit a class online
learn how you can balance life, work and ministry while earning a Master’s degree
Questions about joining an event online? Email us at admissions@wesleyseminary.edu.
Welcome Table: In-Person Open HouseExpand
In-Person Open House
Join us on campus for our open house, Welcome Table.
At this event you can:
- discuss master's-level degree programs
- fellowship & dine with a faculty member and current students
- meet & greet staff and other prospective students
- attend a class in-person
- reflect on your call
- receive information on student services and applying to Wesley
- explore how to finance your education
Fall Dates Coming Soon. Take advantage of other opportunities to visit or connect with us:
Online Chat with a Recruiter Sign-up
In-Person Campus Visit Request Form
Questions about joining an event online? Email us at admissions@wesleyseminary.edu.
Doctor of Ministry Events
Interested in the Doctor of Ministry?Expand
Have you completed your Master of Divinity or equivalent theological degree?
Learn about our Doctor of Ministry degree program here, or contact:
Rev. Dr. JaNice Parks, Director of Enrollment at jparks@wesleyseminary.edu.
The application deadline is October 15th to begin in the Winter term (Jan. & March) and February 15th for the Spring term (May & June).
Doctor of Ministry Day Expand
Doctor of Ministry Information Day is held in the months of January and May during the D.Min. terms.
During the open house you'll get a glimpse of programs and community at Wesley Theological Seminary while discovering the opportunities available to you in the Doctor of Ministry:
- learn about our upcomingDoctor of Ministry tracks
- discuss tuition, the length of the program, course formats, and electives
- hear from faculty for one of our upcoming tracks
- and discover how you can balance advancing in your D.Min. degree studies with life and ministry
Doctor of Ministry - Online Coffee Hour EventsExpand
D.Min. Coffee Hours
Bring a cup of coffee, or your favorite beverage, and join us online for a Q & A opportunity with the Office of Admissions. Hosted by Rev. Dr. JaNice Parks, Director of Enrollment.
During Coffee Hour, learn about upcoming tracks, obtain guidance on the admissions process and discover how the Doctor of Ministry at Wesley will advance your mission and ministry.
Click on a date to register:
Additional dates coming soon.
If you have immediate questions, contact us today at Admissions@wesleyseminary.edu.
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Masters Study Program
Wesley Theological Seminary offers a wide selection of academic and applied masters degrees and dual degrees in cooperation with American University, Washington, D.C.
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Non-degree Programs
Almost all master’s courses offered at Wesley are open to non-degree students. Do you need information on our non-degree programs?
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Doctor of Ministry Program
Wesley'sDoctor of Ministry Program enables pastors to develop an integrated theology of ministry that embraces the total life and mission of the church.
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Masters Degrees
Fall Semester
November 15: Early admission priority
February 1: If you want to be considered for Merit-based Financial Aid, Student Pastors, Community Engagement Fellows
March 1: InternationalApplicants
May 1: Need-based financial aid
July 15: Master's level applicants
August 15: Non-degree applicants
Spring Semester
December 15: Master's level applicants
January 15: Non-degree applicants
Non-Degree
Fall Semester
August 15: Non-degree applicants
Spring Semester
November 30: National Capital Semester for Seminarians
January 15: Non-degree applicants
Doctor of Ministry
Only 20 spaces available. Apply early!
October 15: Winter tracks
February 15:Spring tracks (includes Church Leadership Excellence)
The Office of Admissions
We're located in the Trott Administration building, Suite 202.
Contact us at (202)885-8659 or admissions@wesleyseminary.edu
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