Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary

Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary awards degrees to those who wish to work as ministers in the reformed Presbyterian Church. College life is eclectic, and includes opportunities to attend an innovative lecture series, join cultural groups, unique ministries and more. The city of Austin, Texas, is also a hub of culture and entertainment. Austin Theological Seminary’s academics include master’s degrees in: * Divinity * Ministry Practice * Theological Studies Austin also awards a doctorate in Ministry and a dual Divinity and Social Work degree from University of Texas, Austin. Since Austin Theological is part of the reformed Presbyterian Church, its approach is progressive. Student organizations include a gay student alliance, a social justice club and a ministry group for those with AIDS. School lectures are also progressive and include such topics as how to remain stable in cyber-culture. The city of Austin is another exciting aspect of attending Austin Presbyterian. Austin is referred to as the music capital of the nation, and the city boasts a lot of live theatre, great restaurants, comedy clubs and opportunities for outdoor recreation. Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary offers merit scholarships to students with an outstanding academic record. These scholarships can cover up to the full cost of tuition. Austin Presbyterian also offers Seminary grants to eligible students. Other sources of financial aid include institutional funds for students with children.

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