Walther Theological Seminary
2155 North Oakland Avenue
Decatur, IL 62526
Decatur, IL 62526
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http://www.waltherseminary.org/| Feature | Note |
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| Main telephone | 217.877.2446 |
| Request more information | Find more information on this website |
| Contact person name | William Brock Abbott |
| Contact person title | President |
| Contact person e-mail | |
| Contact person phone | 217.877.2446 |
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| Type of school | Graduate only |
| Denomination | Lutheran |
| Date founded | 2010 |
| Degrees offered | Master degree |
| School accreditation | Approved by Illinois Board of Higher Education |
| Setting | Urban (in a large city) |
| Closest major metropolitan area | Springfield, Illinois |
| Population of city the school is in | 72,174 |
| Distance from campus to city center | 3 miles |
| Public transportation to campus | City of Decatur Public Transit System |
| Student parking on campus | No parking fee |
| County | Macon |
| Visitor information website | Find more information on this website |
| Contact to set up school visit |
William Brock Abbott mailto:pr.brock@pilgrimlutherandecatur.org 214.877.2446 |
| Additional information |
Walther Theological Seminary is a Lutheran institution dedicated primarily to the training of pastors and missionaries. Secondarily, the Seminary offers proficiency in Lutheran theology to laity and professional church workers. |
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| Total number of male undergraduate and graduate students | 1 |
| Total enrollment | 1 |
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| Tuition year | 2017-2018 |
| Full time costs are based on x units per year | 41 credits |
| In-state tuition | $4,100 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $4,100 |
| Other UG cost information | $100 per credit hour |
| In-district, hourly tuition and fees | $100 per credit hour |
| Out-of-district, hourly tuition and fees | $100 per credit hour |
| Tuition refund policy | Find more information on this website |
| Undergraduate costs are for ... | (Costs are for the 2017-2018 academic year. Full-time costs are based on 41 credits per year.) |
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| Financial aid contact person | Walther Theological Seminary |
| Financial aid phone | 217.877.2446 |
| Financial aid office website | Find more information on this website |
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| Admissions contact person | Walther Theological Seminary |
| Admissions contact e-mail | Find more information on this website |
| Admissions phone (local) | 217.877.2446 |
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| Master's | Yes |
| School catalog website | Find more information on this website |
| Academic calendar | Quarters |
| Grading system | 4 point scale |
| Number of faculty on campus | 5 |
| Average class size | |
| Lecture | 1 |
| Laboratory | 1 |
| Discussion | 1 |
| All students must meet: | |
| Foreign language requirement | Yes |
| Internship requirement | Depends on major |
| Senior project requirement | Depends on major |
| Part time | Yes |
| Summer school | Yes |
| Independent study | Yes |
| Main library name | Luther Library |
| Number of books and documents in libraries | 1200 books, 82 media, 10 periodicals, electronic library. |
| Other information about libraries | We have access to Staley Library at Millikin University. This library has an extensive section on theology that incorporates Lutheran theology with many alternative viewpoints. Furthermore, there are extensive holdings in history, philosophy, music, psychology, and sociology. |
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| Grad admissions contact person | Walther Theological Seminary |
| Grad admissions contact e-mail address | Find more information on this website |
| Grad admissions contact phone (local) | 217.877.2446 |
| Graduate school website | Find more information on this website |
| Number of full time, male graduate students | 1 |
| Total number of full time graduate students | 1 |
| Total number of male undergraduate and graduate students | 1 |
| Total enrollment | 1 |
| Full time costs are based on x units per year | 45 credits |
| In-state tuition* | $4,500 |
| Books and supplies | $1,500 |
| * Tuition may vary by program | |
| Admission requirements |
Master of Divinity: 1. Completed Admission Form. 2. Official transcripts from college/university or previous theological seminary. 3. Official report of Graduate Record Examination (GRE). A GRE score is not required from those who have already earned a degree beyond a bachelor’s degree. 4. Authorization form to conduct a background check. 5. Letter of recommendation from pastor of home congregation. 6. Letter of recommendation from a lay leader of home congregation. 7. Application fee of $50.00. Master of Arts in Theology: 1. Completed Admission Form. 2. Official Transcripts from college/university or previous theological seminary. 3. Official Report of Graduate Record Examination (GRE). The GRE score must not be more than 5 years old. A GRE score is not required from those who have already earned a master’s or doctoral degree. 4. Three letters of recommendation. 5. Application Fee of $50 |
| Application deadline | The Last Day of March. |
| Application fee | $50 |