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Michigan Theological Seminary

Michigan Theological Seminary, commonly known as MTS, is located in Plymouth, Michigan. The institute was established by the Michigan Theological Society in 1994. Initially, the seminary was located in Ann Arbor, Michigan. In 1996, it moved its campus in Plymouth. The institute offers more than three master’s degrees to students. The various degree programs include divinity, Christian education, counseling psychology and theological studies. In addition, the seminary offers a one-year certificate program in Bible. For the benefit of the students, MTS offers both day and evening classes.

Michigan Theological Seminary encourages students to take part in student association. The association is responsible for organizing educational seminars, social gatherings and other events. The seminary provides select students with internship opportunities during their academic training. MTS also offers financial assistance to eligible students in the form of grants and scholarships.

Campus Location

41550 E Ann Arbor Tr
Plymouth, MI 48170
USA
Main Tel: (734) 207-9581
Web Site

The campus is in a large suburb.

Michigan Theological Seminary Highlights

Where Michigan Theological Seminary stands out most compared to other schools (details below):

  • Many students concentrating in therapy and counseling and religion and philosophy.
  • Many mature (40+ year old) students.
  • High male/female ratio.
  • Good faculty-to-student ratio.

Other important characteristics:

  • Faculty tenure system
  • Library on-campus
  • Study abroad option
  • Weekend study option
  • Part-time classes available

Degrees Awarded (in 2007)

DegreeTotal
Earned
Different
Programs
Master163
First-professional degree51
Bachelor31
Postbaccalaureate certificate31
Doctorale 1

Students

The student enrollment at Michigan Theological Seminary was 183 in 2007 (100 full-time equivalent).

Undergrads are 9% of enrolled students, graduate students are 62%, and those seeking first-professional graduate degrees represent 28%.

Tuition and Other Costs

Financial Aid: Michigan Theological Seminary participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.

Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.

Faculty

Tenure (2007):

Full-Time Faculty  Total
With tenure  1
Without tenure; tenure not available  6

Housing and Meals

On-campus housing is not available.

Programs of Study

(Number of degrees awarded in 2007 in parentheses)

RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY (20 awarded)

  • Divinity/Ministry (BD, MDiv)
  • Religious Education
  • Theological and Ministerial Studies
  • Theology/Theological Studies

THERAPY AND COUNSELING (7 awarded)

  • Counseling Psychology

Related Michigan School Links

List of Michigan colleges

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