Online Seminary
You don’t have to uproot to attend seminary. DTS has fully online programs designed to immerse you in the Gospel story in all 66 books of the Bible and prepare you to serve wherever God calls you.
Overview
Stay and make disciples
Join a committed group of men and women, doctors and lawyers, preachers and teachers, senior pastors and lay leaders, all coming together to study God’s word.
Degrees
100% Online degrees
Earn your seminary degree entirely online with DTS, learning from the same professors who teach at our campuses.
Hybrid Model
Complete your degree in multiple formats
Directed Online
Most online courses allow students to watch video lectures at a time that is convenient for them and turn in assignments throughout the term.
Real-Time Online
Some online courses also meet using video conferencing allowing students to interact with their professors and peers in real-time.
Hybrid Intensives
Online students can also attend hybrid courses that meet in-person for a single weekend or week-long session.
People
Students from all over the world
Some of our online students came to Dallas to tell their stories. Here’s what they said.
Classes
Sample an online class
Select a course from our catalog of online courses and you can watch lectures from our studios in Dallas.
Doctrine
What we believe
DTS faculty affirm our full doctrinal statement every year, while our diverse community of students are centered around these seven core doctrines of evangelical faith.
Admissions
How to get started
The deadline for fall applications as July 1, for spring is November 1, and for summer is April 1.
Application Steps
1. Submit Application
Begin your online application today. It should take about 2 hours.
2. Send Transcripts and References
Collect college transcripts and references from church and others.
3. Committee Evaluation
DTS will review your application and respond within 2-3 weeks.
4. Register for courses
When you receive your acceptance letter, you can plan your first classes.
Admissions Criteria
Faith
You show evidence of saving faith in Jesus Christ in your application testimony, and you adhere to the 7 core doctrines.
Character
Your references speak to your character and dependence on the Holy Spirit for life and work.
Gifting
You are endowed with appropriate spiritual gifts and involved in Christian ministry.
Academics
Previous education has prepared you for graduate theological education.