Preparing Future Leaders
Preparing Future Leaders
Associate Dean for Ministry Studies Teddy Hickman-Maynard talks about preparing future leaders, innovative teaching, and trauma theology.
Harvard Divinity School offers a challenging and rewarding immersion in the world’s faith traditions, religious studies, and theological subjects. Coursework and conversation, field education, academic excellence, a diverse student body, and Harvard University’s unparalleled resources create a broad and deep educational experience where all voices are welcome.
The HDS Master of Divinity degree prepares graduates for chaplaincy and ministry or a range of other careers that center around service, social justice, and ethical leadership.
The HDS Master of Theological Studies degree enables students to explore the languages, literatures, institutions, practices, and structures of many theological fields and religious traditions.
The HDS Master of Theology degree is for students who have received the Master of Divinity degree (or its equivalent) to pursue advanced theological studies.
The HDS Master of Religion and Public Life degree helps experienced professionals develop in-depth knowledge of the complex ways religion influences public life related to their career areas.
The HDS PhD in Religion...
HDS Dual Degree...
Focus and flexibility: Students study at HDS, throughout Harvard University, and other theological institutions and seminaries in the Boston area. Choose from thousands of courses.
Incomplete Work from Fall Semester 2023 is Due in Registrar's Office
Grading Option Change and Course Withdraw Deadline
Associate Dean for Ministry Studies Teddy Hickman-Maynard talks about preparing future leaders, innovative teaching, and trauma theology.
For "Weather Reports," HDS writer-in-residence Terry Tempest Williams interviewed artists and activists on the front lines of the climate crisis.
Melissa Wood Bartholomew, Associate Dean for Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging, is helping to guide HDS toward the vision of becoming anti-racist and anti-oppressive.
Authentic training for the ministry includes both practical experience and reflection on that experience. The Field Education Program at HDS is built around guided learning experiences that integrate theory and practice in real-life settings.