Columbia, South Carolina
Our mission at Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary (LTSS) is to teach, form, and nurture women and men for public ministry in a context that is Christ-centered, faithfully Lutheran and ecumenically committed.
About LTSS
About LTSS
God calls people every day to step up to the challenge, expand horizons, and bring change to the world through the power of the Gospel. Our mission at Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary (LTSS) is to teach, form, and nurture women and men for public ministry in a context that is Christ-centered, faithfully Lutheran and ecumenically committed.
Students of LTSS experience: curriculum focused on meaningful leadership, mission, and ministry; experiential service learning and community engagement; high-quality instruction by dedicated faculty; ecumenical context; and holistic student formation.
Degrees and Programs
Degrees and Programs
Divinity -M.Div.
Sacred Theology-STM
Theological Studies –MTS
Religious Leadership-MA leaderships
Certificate in Lutheran Studies
Quick Facts
Quick Facts
Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary, located in Columbia, South Carolina is a theological seminary of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
Accreditation is by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) and the Association of Theological Schools in the United States and Canada.
In 2012, LTSS merged with Lenoir-Rhyne University, also affiliated with the ELCA. Lenoir-Rhyne is based in Hickory, North Carolina, LTSS operates as a satellite campus in Columbia.
Information
- Number of Students – 164
- Number of Faculty – 12
- Number of Degrees and Programs – 6
- Learning models – Residential and Online
Discernment Weekends
Discernment Weekends
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LTSS Admissions
Admissions Assistance
Schedule a Visit
Schedule a Visit
Appointments are available at select times Monday through Friday. You’ll have the chance to meet with an enrollment counselor, faculty members, and students during your visit. Once you register, we’ll be in touch to confirm the details.
Our Students Speak
“It is a special experience to have actual family here, but at LTSS it is hard to tell where your biological family ends and your family in Christ begins.”
“My favorite memory during my time at LTSS was serving LR and Bethlehem Lutheran Church as vicar. I was blessed in many ways while serving as vicar, and my curiosity of parish and campus ministry was fully affirmed during that time. I built lasting relationships with members of the LR and Hickory communities.”
“”We learn a lot from each other because we approach things from different perspectives. Being in seminary together has been a great gift to both of us.”
Ready to take the next step?
LTSS Admissions
Coordinator of Seminary Enrollment
803-461-3297