The Diploma of Anglican Studies is a special program that examines Anglican theology, history, spirituality, liturgy, preaching, and polity. This program is designed primarily for those who already have a divinity degree and have transferred from the ministry of other communions to ministry in The Episcopal Church. Students are introduced to the Anglican ethos through study of the common heritage and present identity of churches comprising the Anglican Communion as well as study of the development of Anglicanism.

Normally, the applicant for the Diploma of Anglican Studies has a Master of Divinity degree from an accredited seminary. Most such applicants pursue the Diploma of Anglican Studies, which normally requires one academic year’s residence, appropriate course work, and participation in the worship life of the seminary community by attending at least one chapel service on each weekday, including the principal Eucharist on Wednesday.

Qualified applicants may instead pursue the degree of Master of Sacred Theology (Anglican Studies Track), which normally entails one summer of study in the Advanced Degrees program, study-in-residence during the academic year, and the writing of a thesis. See the Master of Sacred Theology section for more information.

Requirements for the Diploma of Anglican Studies

Graduation from the School of Theology follows the successful completion of all requirements for the specified program of study and the approval of the Diploma of Anglican Studies by the Faculty of the School of Theology.

A Diploma of Anglican Studies student who has successfully completed all prescribed work, has completed all non-credit program requirements, and has a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.33 is eligible for the award of the Diploma of Anglican Studies. Work toward the Diploma of Anglican Studies is to be concluded within two consecutive years from the date of matriculation.

Additionally, a student must satisfy all financial obligations to the University. The University will neither confer a degree nor provide transcripts to any student or former student who has unsatisfied financial obligations to the University.

Students whose prior Master of Divinity coursework duplicates part of the curriculum should consult the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs about advanced standing.

Course List

Code	Title	Semester Hours
CHHT 551	Global Anglicanism	3
HOML 530	Introduction to Preaching	3
LTCM 507	Church Music	3
LTCM 511	History of Christian Worship	3
LTCM 521	Pastoral Liturgics: The Prayer Book of the Episcopal Church	3
MNST 511	Pastoral Theology: Theology and Practice of Pastoral Care	3
THEO 503	Foundations of Christian Spirituality	3
Theology Elective		3
Total Semester Hours		24

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Students are encouraged to consult their diocese and the Director of Contextual Education in regard to taking a semester of contextual education, which includes field education.

Non-credit Graduation Requirements¹

Course List

Code	Title	Semester Hours
Chapel Participation, as scheduled
Constitution and Canons (Title IV) Workshop
Cultural Diversity Workshop
Education for Ministry (EfM) Workshop
Safeguarding God's Children Workshop
Safeguarding God's People Workshop

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For details on these workshops, see the Non-credit Degree Requirements for Graduation section.