Perkins School of Theology
University in Texas USA founded 1911 / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Perkins School of Theology is one of Southern Methodist University's three original schools and is located in Dallas, Texas. The theology school was renamed in 1945 to honor benefactors Joe J. and Lois Craddock Perkins of Wichita Falls, Texas. Degree programs include the Master of Divinity (M.Div.), Master of Sacred Music, Master of Theological Studies (MTS), Master of Arts in Ministry, Master of Theology (Th.M.), Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.), and Doctor of Pastoral Music as well as the Ph.D., in cooperation with The Graduate Program in Religious Studies at SMU’s Dedman College of Humanities and Sciences. It is one of only five university-related theological institutions of the United Methodist Church, and one of the denomination's 13 seminaries, offering opportunities for interdisciplinary learning, and accredited by the Association of Theological Schools (ATS). There is a hybrid-extension program in Houston-Galveston.
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Type | Private Seminary |
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Established | 1911 |
Parent institution | Southern Methodist University |
Affiliation | United Methodist Church (since 1939) Formerly Methodist Episcopal Church |
Dean | Craig C. Hill |
Location | , , United States 32.839394°N 96.785867°W / 32.839394; -96.785867 |
Website | www |