Read more about the PhD program on the Committee on the Study of Religion website.
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Whether your interest in a divinity degree focuses on academic study, field work, ordained ministry, or other callings, the study of theology and religion can be a lifelong asset as you consider and reflect on some of the world's oldest and deepest questions in a supportive, empathetic community.
Visit Apply to HDS for more on the application process. Detailed information about the master’s programs requirements can be found in the HDS Handbook for Students. Applicants interested in the PhD program in religion should contact Harvard Graduate School of Arts and Sciences directly, or visit the Committee on the Study of Religion website.
Master of Divinity (MDiv)
Master of Theological Studies (MTS)
Master of Theology (ThM)
Master of Religion in Public Life (MRPL)
Length of Full-Time Study