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When God calls you to ministry, finances shouldn’t stand in the way. That’s why United Theological Seminary is committed to helping students pursue their calling through a high-quality, affordable education. Use the information on this page to help you estimate and budget for the total cost for your program.

If you have questions about your specific program, please contact [email protected].

Tuition and Fees

  1. Doctor of Ministry

    $10,000/Year


    Average Annual Tuition & Fees

    $11,530

    Average Student Aid

    United Aid - $3,165
    External Aid - $812

    Average Annual Cost After Aid

    $7,553

  2. Master of Divinity

    $790/Credit Hour


    Average Annual Tuition & Fees*

    $16,264

    Average Student Aid

    United Aid - $4,025
    External Aid - $2,678

    Average Annual Cost After Aid

    $9,561

  3. All Other Master's

    $790/Credit Hour


    Average Annual Tuition & Fees*

    $14,910

    Average Student Aid

    United Aid - $4,451
    External Aid - $1,969

    Average Annual Cost After Aid

    $8,490

Doctor of Ministry

Annual Tuition and Fees

$35,925

Annual Cost After Aid

$XX

Program Total**

ProgramProgram TotalAverage Program Total After United & External Aid
Doctor of Ministry$35,925$22,658
Master of Divinity$70,505$41,432
Master of Theological Studies$39,920$15,277
Master of Arts in Christian Ministries$37,205$26,861
Master of Ministry$29,750$17,639
Master of Arts$29,750$15,943

Program Total***

Program# of CreditsProgram TotalProgram Total After Aid
Doctor of MinistryN/A$35,925$x
Master of Divinity78$70,505$x
Master of Theological Studies48$39,920$x
Master of Arts in Christian Ministries45$37,205$x
Master of Ministry46$29,750$x
Master of Arts36$29,750$x

*Based on 18 credit hours per year.

**PLEASE NOTE: Information on this page is based on the Fall 2021 tuition rates and estimated United and external student aid rates. This information is an estimate of tuition and fees. A student’s pace and course availability will have an impact on final cost and program length. For additional assistance with determining cost, please send student aid questions to [email protected] and student billing questions to [email protected].

Program Total***

Master of Divinity – $70,505
Master of Theological Studies – $39,920
Master of Arts in Christian Ministries – $37,205
Master of Arts – $29,750
Master of Ministry – $29,750
Doctor of Ministry – $35,925

Budgeting for Your First Year at United

Direct charges for tuition and fee rates are set on an annual basis by the Board of Trustees. Variable expenses such as books, transportation and personal living expenses are set by the Office of Financial Aid and are based on average student expenses and federal guidelines.

Scholarships & Financial Aid

United provides multiple scholarship opportunities to defray out-of-pocket costs for students. Learn more about available scholarships below, and complete your scholarship application.

Available Scholarships & Tuition Discounts

    1. Featured
    2. Master's
    3. Doctoral

    Academic Dean's Scholarship

    50% of tuition

    For eligible new students entering one of United’s five master’s degree programs.

    1. Featured
    2. Master's

    House of Study Scholarship

    50% of tuition

    For any new student seeking to pursue a House of Study.

    1. Master's

    Bishop Christian Newcomer

    50% of tuition

    The Bishop Christian Newcomer Academic Scholarship is named for the third bishop in the Church of the United Brethren in Christ. This scholarship is based on academic merit and promise for pastoral ministry.

    1. Master's

    Bishop Milton Wright Scholarship

    $500/semester

    General scholarship for master's degree students who are taking courses in an on-campus, hybrid, or intensive format.

    1. Master's
    2. Doctoral

    The Epworth United Methodist Church Scholarship in honor of the Rev. Sharon West

    $500/semester

    Established in 2003 to honor the ministry of Rev. Sharon West. When fully funded, this award will assist students from West Virginia attending United Theological Seminary.

    1. Master's
    2. Doctoral

    John & Mary Bonebrake Scholarship

    $500/semester

    General scholarship for incoming Master and Doctoral students.

    1. Master's

    Lisa & Lynn Hunt Master Scholar Scholarship

    Varies

    The scholarship will award full-tuition for MACM, MMIN, and MTS applicants, and 50% tuition for MDiv students. This scholarship is designed for high achieving scholars.

    1. Master's
    2. Doctoral

    MMin to DMin

    12.5% - 25%

    Available to students who plan to enroll into the Doctor of Ministry program after completing the Master of Ministry program. The award will equal 25% of tuition for full-time enrollment (9 or more credits) and 12.5% for students enrolled part-time (6-8 credits).

    1. Master's

    The Rev. Ella Niswonger Scholarship

    Varies

    This award is available for new students who are certified candidates of the United Methodist Church. Applicants must be pursuing a Master of Divinity degree, Master of Arts in Christian Ministries degree, or Master of Ministry degree.

    1. Master's

    The Reverends Walter J. & Suzanne B. Cain Scholarship Fund (W. VA)

    $500/semester

    Available for new students who are certified candidates of the United Methodist Church. Applicants must be pursuing a Master of Divinity degree, Master of Arts in Christian Ministries degree, or Master of Ministry degree.

    1. Master's
    2. Doctoral

    Rick and Vicki James Scholarship

    $2500/semester

    A one-time scholarship that will award $2500 per semester for a maximum of two semesters. Available for Master and Doctoral students.

    1. Master's
    2. Doctoral

    The United Church of Christ Scholarship

    $700/semester

    Available for students Master or Doctoral students in the United Church of Christ denomination.

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