Western Theological Seminary M.Div. Partnership
Partnership Information
To help prepare the next generation of ministry leaders, Dordt University and Western Theological Seminary in Holland, Michigan offer a streamlined academic pathway for students pursuing a Master of Divinity (M.Div.) degree.
Through this partnership, select theology courses completed at Dordt are recognized as meeting specific requirements within Western Theological Seminary’s M.Div. curriculum, helping to minimize cost and time spent on acquiring an M.Div. degree.
Why Choose This Pathway?
This partnership is grounded in the shared Reformed tradition of both Western Theological Seminary and Dordt University and builds on Dordt’s established undergraduate theology program.
The partnership helps students through the creation of a clear, structured link between undergraduate theological study and graduate-level seminary training.
Visit Western Theological Seminary's website to learn more about the partnership.
"Our goal is to equip students for work in God's world and His church by providing a seamless transition between programs while focusing on pastoral and spiritual formation from college through seminary."
- Associate Professor of Theology, Dr. Gayle Doornbos
Pathway Benefits for Dordt Students
Academic Continuity
Dordt theology coursework aligns with requirements in Western Theological Seminary’s M.Div. program.
Streamlined Progression
Students can move into seminary with reduced coursework, allowing students to complete their M.Div. studies in as little as two years.
Shared Theological Foundation
Western Theological Seminary is an evangelical and ecumenical community of faith and learning in the Reformed tradition. By partnering with Western, Dordt students will maintain consistent doctrinal and academic formation as they enter their graduate studies, preparing them for a future in ministry with a firm theological foundation.
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