Graduate Programs

Costs and Financial Aid

Tuition and Financial Aid (2009–10)

The proposed 2009–10 tuition and fees for both the Master of Arts in Theology (M.A.) and the Master of Divinity (M.Div.) are as follows:
  • Per credit hour tuition: $413
  • One-time, September Intensives Student Lab Fee: $350
  • One-time, Cross Cultural Immersion Fee: (variable cost based on event selected by student)
Note: Students who enroll in cross-disciplinary courses outside the School of Theology (e.g., psychology, business, education, etc.) will pay the appropriate tuition charged in that school or department. View the current tuition and fees for SPU graduate programs.

 

Financial Aid Application Process

To be eligible for financial assistance, prospective graduate students in theology must:
  1. Submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to the Federal Student Aid Processor.
  2. Be admitted to a graduate degree program.
  3. Carry a minimum of six regular on-campus credits each quarter during which the financial aid is received.
  4. Submit additional documentation as requested to verify eligibility.

 

Financial Aid Programs

  • Federal Stafford Loan: Up to $8,500 maximum per year, depending on eligibility.
  • Unsubsidized Federal Stafford Loan: Cannot exceed $18,500 alone or in combination with the Federal Stafford Loan.
  • Federal or state work-study: Part-time employment opportunities for students.
Note: The combination of all sources of financial aid cannot exceed the cost of attendance determined by the Office of Student Financial Services.

 

Scholarships and Grants

LImited financial aid grants are being offered. Scholarship and grant directories are available in the SPU Library and in public libraries. Suggested resources include:

 

Financial Aid Information for International Applicants

The following websites provide helpful information for international students seeking financial assistance.

www.edupass.org/finaid/
www.nafsa.org/students.sec/financial_aid_for_undergraduate
www.iefa.org
www.iefc.com
www.istudentcity.com/finance/finance_main.asp

 

Graduate Assistantships and Ministry Employment Opportunities

A limited number of graduate assistantship funds (part-time on-campus employment) are available each school year.  Additionally, there are a number of part-time employment positions in church and parachurch settings.  These positions are not considered a part of the student's financial aid award. To be eligible, a student must take at least 9 credits a quarter, and must be making satisfactory progress toward degree completion. Confer with the SOT graduate program director regarding open positions and to obtain a Graduate Assistant Agreement form.

For additional information about SPU's tuition and financial aid programs, visit the Office of Student Financial Services, or call 206-281-2061 or 1-800-737-8826 (toll free).

What’s New

SPU student raises hand in class

Looking Ahead

M.A./M.Div. applications for Spring Admissions are due Feb. 15.

 

Dr. Kenda Creasy Dean will be speaking at the Palmer Lecture, May 6-7.

She will also be speaking at the Church Leaders Forum, May 6.

 

Lilly Fellows Program Summer Seminar


Annual Events

Paul T. Walls Lecture in Wesleyan Theology

Alfred S. Palmer Lectureship

Ministry in the Wesleyan Spirit Conference