Doctor of Ministry
Admissions Requirements ⁄ Admissions Procedures ⁄ Admissions Application
The Doctor of Mininstry is an advanced degree in Christian ministry, preparing students for spiritual leadership in the church and enhancing their competence as practical theologians. The Doctor of Ministry reflects the seminary's commitment to meeting the needs of leadership in the church and the serious theological reflection that is foundational to this task.
The Garrett-Evangelical Doctor of Ministry program consists of two years of course work in two January terms and two summer terms. The program can be completed in as few as three years or as many as six.
Degree requirements 2008-2009 - 30 semester hours.
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80-753 A&B |
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Topics in Pastoral Leadership I |
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.5/.5 |
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80-754 A&B |
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Topics in Pastoral Leadership II |
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1/1 |
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80-745 |
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Cultural Values in Congregational Life |
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3 |
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80-755 |
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Research Project |
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3 |
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80-755 |
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Research Project |
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3 |
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Total 12 semester hours |
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Select three courses from one specialization and three additional courses:
Specializations:
- Leadership and Congregational Development
- Evangelism & Mission
- Spiritual Formation
Total 18 semester hours
ACTS Doctor of Ministry in Preaching - 30 semester hours.
Garrett-Evangelical also participates in the Association of Chicago Theological Schools' Doctor of Ministry program in Preaching. Further information can be found on the ACTS DMin in Preaching website.
Graduation Requirements 2008-2009
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YEAR 1 |
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DMPRC-721 |
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Core Course I - Preaching as an Interpretative Act |
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3 |
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DMPRC-731 |
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Colloquy I |
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3 |
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DMPRC-700 |
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Elective |
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3 |
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DMPRC-741 |
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Preaching Ministry Project- Year 1 Integrative Paper |
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0 |
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Total 9 semester hours |
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YEAR 2 |
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DMPRC-722 |
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Core Course II - Preaching as a Performative Act |
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3 |
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DMPRC-732 |
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Colloquy II |
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3 |
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DMPRC-700 |
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Elective |
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3 |
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DMPRC-742 |
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Preaching Ministry Project- Year 2 Integrative Paper |
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0 |
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Total 9 semester hours |
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YEAR 3 |
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DMPRC-723 |
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Core Course III - Preaching as a Social Act |
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3 |
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DMPRC-733 |
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Colloquy III |
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3 |
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DMPRC-700 |
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Elective |
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3 |
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DMPRC-750 |
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Thesis |
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3 |
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Total 12 semester hours |
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