Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary

The Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary is located in Berkeley, California. The institute was established in 1950 and offers certificates and associate’s, master’s and doctoral degrees in divinity, theological studies and Christian ministry, among others. PLTS also offers a Sabbatical program to professional ministers..

The Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary sponsors on-campus organizations like the Student Association and the Graduate Theological Union. PLTS also organizes an annual volleyball tournament between students and faculty. The seminary provides federal grants, loans and scholarships to needy and eligible students.

Highlights

Where the school stands out most compared to other schools (details below):

• Evangelical Lutheran Church religious affiliation.
• Many students concentrating in religion and philosophy.
• Many mature (40+ year old) students.
• Number of dorm rooms for students.
• Good faculty-to-student ratio.
• Superior share of faculty on tenure track.

Other important characteristics:

• Faculty tenure system
• Campus housing available
• Distance learning available

Degrees Awarded (in 2008-2009)

Students

Student enrollment was 117 in 2007-2008 (22 full-time equivalent).

graduate students are 26% and those seeking first-professional graduate degrees represent 74%.

Tuition and Other Costs (2008-2009)

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

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Housing and Meals

Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary provides on-campus housing for 70 of its 22 (full-time) students (as of 2008-2009).