Financial Aid
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 ministry for church and society. Phillips Theological Seminary provides financial assistance in several ways.
SEMINARY TUITION ASSISTANCE
For students in the Masters and Certificate programs, the following tuition assistance is available for those who apply on or before the deadline (December 1 for Spring 2010):
Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and United Church of Christ Students
80% tuition assistance for the duration of the program, dropping the cost to $98 per semester hour. Fees and cost of books are at full price.
United Methodist Church Students
50% tuition assistance for Spring 2010 and Fall 2010; 40% tuition assistance for each semester after the first year, dropping the cost to $245 per semester hour for the first year and to $294 per hour for each semester after the first year. Fees and books are at full price.
Students from All Remaining Denominations/Churches
50% tuition assistance for Spring 2010 and Fall 2010; 30% tuition assistance for each semester after the first year, dropping the cost to $245 per semester hour for the first year and to $343 per hour for each semester after the first year. Fees and books are at full price.
The tuition cost is subject to change, but will remain at the stated rate for the Spring 2010 semester.
Tuition assistance for all DMin students is calculated at a percentage that keeps tuition rates at $300 per semester hour for January/Spring 2010 and at $325 per hour beginning in June 2010.
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 ann.jordan@ptstulsa.edu.