Located in Chicago’s Hyde Park neighborhood, the Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago is a leading urban Lutheran seminary that equips students for visionary ministry in a global context. True to our Lutheran heritage and built on a foundation of intellectual rigor, we form leaders who bear witness to the good news of Jesus Christ and are prepared to serve in diverse settings. As a Reconciling in Christ seminary, we are committed to hospitality, justice, and reconciliation, welcoming all who seek to grow in faith and service.

Guided by our mission to form visionary leaders, LSTC is shaped by Christ-centered values, a commitment to diversity, and a deep engagement with our urban, global, and interfaith context. Our Public Church curriculum, recognized as one of the most innovative among North American seminaries, prepares students to lead in a rapidly changing world. Partnerships with 11 denominational seminaries, membership in the Association of Chicago Theological Schools (ACTS), and our proximity to the University of Chicago provide rich academic and practical learning experiences. Our three on-campus Centers for interfaith engagement, multicultural ministry, and religion and science further expand students’ formation as public leaders.