Methodist Theological School-Ohio

The Methodist Theological School, located in Delaware, Ohio, is commonly known as Methesco or MTSO. MTSO, which forms a part of one of the 13 seminaries of the United Methodist Church, was established in 1958. This followed the authorization of its founding at the General Conference of the Methodist Church in 1956. MTSO, set on a 70-acre campus, offers a variety of certificate courses and degree programs in theology and Christian education. A doctorate degree in ministry is also available at MTSO. Some of the areas of study are divinity, theological studies, counseling ministries and general ministry.

MTSO has a number of student initiated groups and organizations. The Pastoral Care department of Riverside Methodist Hospital provides free short-term counseling for all students of MTSO. Students are also provided financial aid if they are eligible. The Premier scholarships, the Canaday Scholarship, the Madon Endowed Scholarship and the Presidential Scholarships are available scholarships. Other than these, grants and loans are also available.

Methodist Theological School-Ohio Highlights

Where Methodist Theological School-Ohio stands out most compared to other schools (details below):

• United Methodist religious affiliation.
• Many students concentrating in religion and philosophy.
• Many mature (40+ year old) students.
• Good faculty-to-student ratio.
• Number of dorm rooms for students.

Other important characteristics:

• Faculty tenure system
• Library on-campus
• Campus housing available
• Student meal (board) plan

Degrees Awarded (in 2007)

Students

The student enrollment at Methodist Theological School-Ohio was 234 in 2007 (196 full-time equivalent).

graduate students are 49% and those seeking first-professional graduate degrees represent 51%.

Tuition and Other Costs

Financial Aid: Methodist Theological School-Ohio participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.

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Faculty

Tenure (2007):

Housing and Meals

Methodist Theological School-Ohio provides on-campus housing for 107 of its 196 (full-time) students (as of 2007).

Students may purchase a meal plan which includes 9 meals weekly.