UDTS Admission God is calling; we'll meet you there.

Why should you choose UDTS?

The University of Dubuque Theological Seminary is a vibrant Christian community that seeks to follow Jesus, walk in the Spirit, and join God's mission. Shaped by faith in the One God - Father, Son, and Holy Spirit - we engage in teaching, learning, scholarship, and worship to form servant leaders for Christ's church.

Programs tailored to your calling and context
Offering programs and courses for every step of the journey, students join the UDTS community for congregational equipping as laity and church leaders, to prepare for ordained ministry, or to enhance existing ministries through further study. Programs are flexible and accessible online, allowing you to remain in your context, or in-person in Dubuque, Iowa and other learning community hubs around the nation.

Uniquely situated for a full lifespan of ministry education
UDTS is the only PC(USA) seminary associated with a larger, private Presbyterian liberal arts college, the University of Dubuque, providing opportunities for access to bachelors, masters, and doctoral level courses as well as continuing and community education. UDTS is committed to nurturing faithful Christian leaders at any life stage for the church and ministry, and preparing students to serve wherever God calls.

A vibrant and diverse community of learners
Join a vibrant community representing 27 states, embracing diverse denominations such as PC(USA), UCC, United Methodist Church, ELCA, RCA, and more. At UDTS, age is just a number - our students span from 22 to 80+ years old, creating a rich tapestry of experiences and perspectives.

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