Academic Programs and Degree Requirements

MTSO offers educational opportunities for individuals engaged in many forms of ministry and service.

Master’s degree curriculum revision announced

In Fall 2024, MTSO updated its master’s degree programs with a revised curriculum offering streamlined requirements built around the school’s unique strengths and values. Here’s an overview.

Graduate degree programs

Master’s degrees: Our four master’s degrees offer a wealth of options leading to vocations of impact.

Doctor of Ministry degree: The church needs transformative leaders equipped with advanced skills. The Doctor of Ministry unlocks new possibilities in ministry for busy mid-career professionals. United Methodist clergy in the West Ohio Conference are eligible to apply for the West Ohio Conference Alford-Cantlin Fellows Doctor of Ministry cohort at MTSO.

MTSO offers courses both in person and online. While some courses are available exclusively online or exclusively in person, the vast majority are available in both modes, employing HyFlex education.

United Methodist students seeking to fulfill ordination requirements can learn about all of their options here.

Non-degree programs

Certificate programs: MTSO offers options for those interested in the Certificate in the Advanced Course of Study and the Certificate in Deacon Studies.

Course of Study School of Ohio: This regional school offers the required five-year Course of Study for licensed local pastors who are not attending seminary.