The M. Div. program offers the educational and formational components necessary for those intending to serve in full-time professional ministry in the Church. These ministries include hospital and prison chaplaincy, pastoral administrator, and priesthood. The M. Div. Formation components provide for personal integration and spiritual growth, as well as clarity about one's ecclesial identity. St Vladimir's offers graduate theological programs to prepare candidates for holy orders, and provides theological training for church workers and scholars and opportunity for in-depth theological research.
Admission is open to qualified candidates on a non-discriminatory basis.
Students may choose to combine M.Div. studies and social work to prepare for careers in the church and in social service. Union and the School of Social Work of Columbia University offer a collaborative program in which students may complete the Master of Divinity degree and the degree of Master of Science in Social Work. Sacred Theology 3041 Broadway at 121st. The basic three-year professional program which prepares students for Christian ministries.