Please see Course Offerings for detailed explanations of how courses are offered at VTS.
Click on Course Listings to view the descriptions of specific courses in each ministry area
or check the 2006-2007 VTS Catalog.

The Master in Divinity program is a three-year residential program designed for those in
the ordination process in the Episcopal Church or the equivalent in other denominations. It provides a foundation in all theological areas: Biblical Studies, Historical Studies, Ministerial Studies, Studies in Christian Worship, Studies in Faith and Society, and Theological Studies.

The Master in Theological Studies is designed for lay people who wish to seek theological education resources and preparation for lay ministry /vocations in the church and the world.
MTS students have a wide variety of backgrounds and interests. The multi-track program
seeks to meet these divergent needs. Students may complete this degree in two-years as
a full time student or up to seven years part-time.

Virginia Theological Seminary offers two programs of study leading to a degree of
Master of Arts in Christian Education and Master of Arts in Christian Education and Youth Ministry. These programs support the ministry of Christian Education by providing professional formation and education for lay people or clergy who provide that ministry in parish and schools. This is a summer program that may be completed in three to seven years.

Virginia Seminary also offers programs in Doctor of Ministry in Ministry Development,
Doctor of Ministry in Educational Leadership and Non-Degree Studies.