Are You Considering Seminary?   Our students are preparing for professional lay and ordained ministry and doctoral studies by continuing their education at Methodist Theological School in Ohio.  They are drawn by a commitment to theological inquiry, social justice and a sustainable world. Located in Greater Columbus, our seminary prepares transformational leaders for the church and the world. 247 students from all over the nation study at MTSO. We have over 20 denominations in our student body and 25 different United Methodist annual conferences represented.     The Application Process

Class Schedules

Current schedules are always available on the Registrar page.

MTSO offers traditional semesters and intensive terms. New degree seeking students can begin in Fall or Spring semesters. During Fall and Spring semesters, classes meet Monday through Thursday in three hour blocks once a week:

8:30 to 11:20 a.m. 2:00  to  4:50 p.m. 6:30  to  9:20 p.m.

Some weekend classes are available, as well. These classes meet five weekends over a fifteen week semester, on Fridays from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

During Fall and Spring semesters, students often block all of their classes into just two or three days a week on campus. MTSO also offers one January intensive term and two summer intensive terms. During intensives, classes meet three to four hours for two weeks, Monday through Friday. Some intensive courses meet on weekends or on specific weekdays; please refer to class schedules for specific dates and times.

Doctor of Ministry courses meet in January and Summer intensives only.

Housing

Commuter housing is available on campus during all semesters and intensive terms in the Dewire Residence Hall for just $43 a night. Or you can rent an efficiency or one-bedroom apartment or a family-friendly one or two bedroom apartment all year round. Visit the Housing Website.

Scholarships

Methesco offers many partial and full tuition scholarships to qualified students.

Visit the Scholarship Website.


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Request Additional Information
Use our our webform to request an email full of admissions information, to have a printed view book mailed to you and to ask a specific question about our school. You can also email us any time at admit@mtso.edu, or call (800) 333-6876.