Gettysburg & Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Unifying, Learning, Serving: United Lutheran Seminary is a welcoming and diverse learning community equipping people to proclaim the living Gospel for a changing church and world.

About United

United Lutheran Seminary builds and sustains an affirming and diverse learning community of faithful, well-educated leaders skilled at guiding grace-filled encounters. Deeply rooted in the history of Lutheranism within Christianity, we witness to and participate in the work of God in the world through spiritual leadership, public advocacy, impactful worship, and care of neighbor.

Degrees and Programs

Degrees

Master of Divinity

Master of Arts – Academic Track

Master of Arts – Professional Track Deacon Ministry Specialization

Master of Arts – Professional Track Congregational Leadership Specialization

Master of Arts – Professional Track Public Leadership Specialization

Master of Sacred Theology

Doctor of Ministry

PhD in Public Theology and Witness

Certificates

Urban Theological Institute Certificate in Christian Ministry

Salt & Light Church Program – Urban Theological Institute Certificate in Church Leadership

Certificate in Theological Studies for ELCA Theological Education for Emerging Ministries (TEEM)

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Academics

Degree Programs

Certificates

Quick Facts

Information

Number of Students – 253 degree-seeking; 46 affiliate/ certificate
Number of Faculty – 17
Number of Degrees and Programs – 5
Learning models – A flexible range of course modalities

Discernment Retreats

The Weekend

The ULS Admissions office hosts discernment events specifically focused on theological education and seminary life, and we invite you to join us!

United Admissions

Admissions Assistance

We are here to assist in your discernment and application process and can help you learn how seminary may play a role in the unfolding of your vocation.

Admissions

Schedule a Visit

Discerning a call to ministry? Come to ULS and explore where God might be calling you next! The ULS Admissions office hosts discernment events specifically focused on theological education and seminary life, and we invite you to join us.

Visits can be arranged for prospective students in all degree programs. Contact us to set up your visit today.

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Our Students Speak

Meet Brynn

Master of Divinity Student

Which seminary are you attending? United Lutheran Seminary Which program of study? Master of Divinity When did you first feel called to public ministry? I remember joining a campus ministry while in college and started to really admire the work of the pastor. He was always there for us, answering all of our often-wild questions…
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Meet Campfield

Master of Divinity Student

Which seminary are you attending? United Lutheran Seminary Which program of study? MDiv When did you first feel called to public ministry? In college Who did you first talk with about exploring the call to ministry? I first talked with my parents; my Dad is an ELCA pastor. What was helpful as you explored a…
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Meet Carlton

Master of Divinity Student

Which seminary are you attending? United Lutheran Seminary Which program of study? MDIV (Black Church Concentration). When did you first feel called to public ministry? Sunday March 28, 2010 (Palm Sunday). I was standing at the pulpit, preparing for worship (straightening the parament set), I felt something move in me, I looked out and saw…
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