Choosing GTS and Admissions
Choosing GTS
Choosing GTS and Admissions
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The General Theological Seminary seeks to create a community that values the presence and contributions of all God's people, and a central theme in the life of GTS in the new millennium has been the broadening diversity of its students, faculty, and staff. We rejoice in an intentional, spiritually based commitment to realize the inherent value of each and every member of the community.
Spouses and partners of students are welcomed into the community; we seek to help nurture their particular interests and address their concerns. The Close provides a safe and beautiful outdoor environment for children. Childcare is available on campus, local public schools have received excellent ratings, and church-sponsored private schools are accessible for seminary children. Students with fewer family obligations may have more free time to experience the social, cultural, and entertainment opportunities outside of Chelsea Square.
Director of Admissions Welcome
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Dear Prospective Student, I am delighted that you are interested in the General Theological Seminary for your theological education. The first Episcopal Seminary in the United States, GTS continues to live into its mission "...to educate and form leaders for the Church in a changing world," through a community centered on worship, spiritual formation, fellowship, and social justice.
Located in the heart of New York City, within the thriving neighborhood of Chelsea, the General Theological Seminary offers the unique opportunity to live and study in one of the most dynamic urban centers on earth, all while surrounded by the beautiful, garden-like serenity of the Close. Whether you feel called to ordained ministry or lay leadership in your faith community, whether you are drawn to advanced theological studies or a certificate program, whether you are interested in studying part-time or even as a non-degree student, GTS offers a path and a course of study that will meet your needs. And we are thrilled to report that 100% of our 2012 Master of Divinity graduates were successfully employed within three months of commencement (please click here for the Statement of Educational Effectiveness).
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. I look forward to seeing you on the Close.
Faithfully in Christ,
William C. Webster |
Catalogue & Application
Catalogue:
You can view the GTS catalogue here:
The General Theological Seminary Catalogue, Academic Year 2012-2013
Planning to Apply:
If you plan to apply to any of our degree programs, but are not quite ready to do so yet, please complete our "Planning to Apply" form.
Application:
Each applicant is asked to gather all required documents and send them in a single packet, to the attention of the Admissions Department. The applicant will receive an email from GTS verifying receipt.
Requirements & Deadlines
These requirements are common to all of the programs, except the Th.D., Certificate, and General Learner study.
Part-Time Non-Degree Study
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Students are encouraged to register for classes using our on-line registration system—it’s simple and fast.
A quick survey of GTS course offerings you may be interested in taking can be found here.
Deadlines for Application: One week prior to class. Some late applications may be considered if space permits.
Fee: The fee for each course is given in the application. Registration is incomplete without payment in full: We accept MasterCard and Visa and checks payable to "The General Theological Seminary."
Continuing Education Credit: CEUs available for every course. Academic credit is not available for continuing education/Lifelong Learning courses.
Cancellations and Refunds: On the above-cited registration deadline, a minimum number of participants must be registered or the course will be cancelled. In that case, fees will be returned in full or, if the applicant wishes, applied to another course. Refunds are not available to participants who cancel.
Part-time students come from all over the metropolitan New York area, the United States and even from around the world. Some are clergy, and others are lay men and women interested in learning more about their faith and the church. Their diversity of background and opinion enriches the classroom experience.
Those wishing to participate in Seminary course offerings as part-time students who are not seeking a degree have the opportunity to choose from day and evening schedules and courses in either traditional 12-week formats or intensive formats that meet over a period of days or a weekend.
Registration for a course must be received by the deadline (normally one week prior to the start of the class), together with all fees and tuition. Early registration is helpful to the professors in planning their courses! Some courses require part-time students to obtain the instructor's permission for registration.
Part-time students who are not seeking degrees are ineligible for courses offered under any cross-registration agreement into which the Seminary has entered with other educational institutions. Non-degree students may earn up to 14 credits toward an M.A. degree and up to 25 credits toward an M.Div. degree. Students must matriculate if they want additional credits to apply toward a degree.