ACADEMICS
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Gammon Theological Seminary – Degree Program
Gammon Theological Seminary is the only Historically Black Theological Institution (HBTI) of the United Methodist Church. We help prepare for the practice of Christian ministry and public leadership individuals who understand their vocation as working in partnership with God in forming a just and generative world for all.

MASTER OF DIVINITY DEGREE (MDIV)
Earning a Master of Divinity (MDiv) degree from Gammon Theological Seminary (GTS) means you’ve gained a deep understanding across various theological fields. It prepares you to fulfill a wide range of ministerial roles, equipping you with both intellectual and practical skills essential for religious leadership in various ministry contexts, both within and beyond church communities.
The areas of specialization of the MDiv degree are:

LEADERSHIP & ETHICS

WOMANIST THEOLOGICAL PERSPECTIVE

SOCIAL JUSTICE & ADVOCACY

DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
Each candidate in the Master of Divinity, M.Div. program is required to complete 72 credit hours. Students intending to seek ordination in the United Methodist church must complete 24 of those 72 credit hours from Religious Heritage courses offered at GTS and outlined in The Book of Discipline of the United Methodist Church (2016). GTS students enrolled full-time and successfully completing 12 credit hours per semester can expect to complete the M.Div. program in 3 years.
The Office of the Registrar at Gammon Theological Seminary is committed to supporting students throughout their academic journey by ensuring seamless course registration and accurate academic record management. Whether you need assistance with enrollment, transcripts, or graduation requirements, we are here to help.
For all registrar-related inquiries, including course registration, academic records, and degree completion requirements, please contact: Rev. Brenda Bennefield at bbennefield@gammon-itc.org
Stay on track with your academic progress by reviewing the Academic Calendar and ensuring you meet critical deadlines.
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