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Seminary Cost of Attendance


At Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary, we know that cost is a determining factor in obtaining your master’s degree. If you estimate your cost of attendance, this provides a more realistic view of preparing for your graduate degree.

The cost of attendance is an estimate of your educational expenses for enrollment. It establishes average prices for a seminary student.

The fee amounts noted below do not include fees, books and supplies or personal expenses.

Full-Time, full year: $19,800* (at least 9 hours/semester)

  • Master of Divinity (MDiv) - $736 per credit hour
  • Master of Arts in Christian Ministry (MACM) - $841 per credit hour
  • Master of Theological Studies (MTS) - $858 per credit hour

*The amount is based on 2022-23 rates and serves as an estimation.