In an effort to accomplish the mission and goals of Phillips Theological Seminary, we are committed to providing financial assistance to those who desire to answer the call to theological education. Phillips Theological Seminary provides financial assistance in several ways. 

SEMINARY TUITION ASSISTANCE FOR ACADEMIC YEAR 2011-2012

For new students in the Masters programs, the following tuition assistance is available for those who apply on or before the deadline (June 25 for Fall 2011 and December 1 for Spring 2012):

Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and United Church of Christ Students

PTS will provide a limited number of 80% tuition assistance awards to individuals affiliated with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) or the United Church of Christ for the first two semesters of study. Fees and cost of books are at full price. After the first two semesters, tuition assistance will be recalculated to take into consideration financial need as revealed by information from the student's FAFSA.

Rosa Page Welch Tuition Assistance Program

PTS will provide a limited number of 80% tuition assistance awards to underrepresented students who identify as African American, Native American, Asian American, Latino/a or Hispanic for the first two semesters of study. Fees and books are at full price. After the first two semesters, tuition assistance will be recalculated to take into consideration financial need as revealed by information from the student's FAFSA.

Introductory Tuition Assistance

PTS provides introductory tuition assistance of 50% for one semester to the majority of new students taking classes for credit. After the first semester, tuition assistance will be recalculated to take into consideration financial need as revealed by information from the student's FAFSA.

The tuition assistance categories and awards as stated above begin with the Fall 2011 semester and are good through the Spring 2012 semester. The tuition assistance program is under review and a new policy will be put into place for the academic year of 2012-2013.

There is no tuition assistance for Certificate students or for those enrolled as Special Students.

Tuition assistance for all DMin students is calculated at a percentage that keeps tuition rates at $325 per hour beginning in June 2011.

FEDERAL STUDENT LOANS

Federal Stafford Loans are available for students who qualify based on FAFSA information. Subsidized Stafford Loans are based on financial need. The federal government pays the interest for the student for a designated time period. Unsubsidized Stafford Loans are not based on financial need. For detailed information regarding Stafford Loans go to the FAFSA website. 

Veterans: PTS supports educational assistance programs under the GI Bill.  

For details concerning criteria for tuition assistance and other financial aid programs, contact Ann Jordan, Director of Student Financial Aid, at (918) 270-6401 or via email.