Academics

At Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary (LTSS) we teach, form and nurture women and men for public ministry in a context that is Christ-centered, faithfully Lutheran and ecumenically committed.

Our focus is on preparing students to excel in a variety of ministry settings—youth and family ministry, music ministry, faith formation, chaplaincy and directors of faith-based non-profit organizations.

Students Come from Many Denominations

We believe that being Lutheran means being in relationship with other denominations. That’s why many of our students are Methodists, Baptists and from other denominations. We provided a Christ-centered campus community uniting racially, economically and culturally diverse individuals in worship, study and prayer.

Points of Distinction

• Only ELCA seminary located in the southeastern United States.
• Only seminary in South Carolina approved for training United Methodist clergy.
• Designated a Reconciling in Christ institution. We have made a public commitment to offer hospitality and welcome to all who enter our academic programs.
• Only one of seven ELCA seminaries to offer military chaplaincy certificate, which combines two of the greatest callings a person can receive: to serve God and to serve others.

ATS Accredited

Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary is accredited by the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools in the United States and Canada.