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text-formatted field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"><p>Whether you are interested in a full-time, residential graduate program, or one that allows you to pursue a degree while you remain in ministry full-time, Duke Divinity School offers a program to fit your goals.</p></div> </div> </div> <div class="components-wrapper"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--tabs paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--id--497" id="tab-497" role="tabs"> <div class="background-overlay"> <div class="component-wrapper"> <div class="tabs-wrapper container"> <ul class="nav justify-content-center" id="tab-497-1" role="tablist"> <li class="nav-item" role="presentation"> <a href="#" tabindex="0" class="nav-link active" id="tab-497-1-tab" data-bs-toggle="tab" data-bs-target="#tab-497-1-pane" type="button" role="tab" aria-controls="tab-497-1" aria-selected=""> Master's Degrees </a> </li> <li class="nav-item" role="presentation"> <a href="#" tabindex="0" 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class="background-overlay"> <div class="component-wrapper container"> <div class="degree-types"> <span class="pill-blue">Residential</span> </div> <div class="degree-link"> <a href="/academics/mdiv" class="degree-link">Residential Master of Divinity (M.Div.)</a> </div> <div class="degree-component-text">Broad academic preparation for leadership of flourishing ministries, creative institutions, and thriving communities.</div> <div class="div-hr-small"></div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Typical Program Length</div> <div class="degree-component-text">3 years, including internships</div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Degree Prerequisites</div> <div class="degree-component-text">Regionally accredited Bachelor's degree</div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Vocational Aspiration</div> <div class="degree-component-text">Ordained ministry, lay ministry, nonprofit leadership, teaching, or further academic study</div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Type of Program</div> <div class="degree-component-text">On-campus courses with local/regional internships available through the Office of Field Education</div> </div> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--degree paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--id--498 paragraph--bgcolor--whispergray"> <div class="background-overlay"> <div class="component-wrapper container"> <div class="degree-types"> <span class="pill-blue">Hybrid Online</span> </div> <div class="degree-link"> <a href="/academics/masters/hmdiv" class="degree-link">Hybrid Master of Divinity (M.Div.)</a> </div> <div class="degree-component-text">Broad academic preparation for leadership of flourishing ministries, creative institutions, and thriving communities delivered in a flexible way</div> <div class="div-hr-small"></div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Typical Program Length</div> <div class="degree-component-text">4 years, including internships</div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Degree Prerequisites</div> <div class="degree-component-text">Regionally accredited Bachelor's degree</div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Vocational Aspiration</div> <div class="degree-component-text">Ordained ministry, lay ministry, nonprofit leadership, teaching, or further academic study</div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Type of Program</div> <div class="degree-component-text">Blend of on-campus intensives & online coursework; internships arranged by students and approved by the Office of Field Education; ability to remain employed full-time while pursuing degree</div> </div> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--degree paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--id--499 paragraph--bgcolor--whispergray"> <div class="background-overlay"> <div class="component-wrapper container"> <div class="degree-types"> <span class="pill-blue">Residential</span> </div> <div class="degree-link"> <a href="/academics/mts" class="degree-link">Master of Theological Studies</a> </div> <div class="degree-component-text">Preparation for advanced doctoral studies, nonprofit leadership, lay ministry, teaching, and research</div> <div class="div-hr-small"></div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Typical Program Length</div> <div class="degree-component-text">2 years, including writing period</div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Degree Prerequisites</div> <div class="degree-component-text">Regionally accredited Bachelor's degree</div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Vocational Aspiration</div> <div class="degree-component-text">Further academic study, diaconal ministry, lay ministry, teaching, research, or personal enrichment</div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Type of Program</div> <div class="degree-component-text">Traditional residential with thesis requirements</div> </div> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--degree paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--id--500 paragraph--bgcolor--whispergray"> <div class="background-overlay"> <div class="component-wrapper container"> <div class="degree-types"> <span class="pill-blue">Hybrid Online</span> </div> <div class="degree-link"> <a href="/academics/macp" class="degree-link">Master of Arts in Christian Practice (M.A.)</a> </div> <div class="degree-component-text">Keep your job, build community, discern your future vocation, deepen your spiritual practices, and earn a Duke master鈥檚 degree</div> <div class="div-hr-small"></div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Typical Program Length</div> <div class="degree-component-text">2 years</div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Degree Prerequisites</div> <div class="degree-component-text">Regionally accredited Bachelor's degree</div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Vocational Aspiration</div> <div class="degree-component-text">Lay ministry, professional service as a lay vocation, or diaconal ministry in some traditions with the ability to remain employed full-time</div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Type of Program</div> <div class="degree-component-text">Hybrid: short on-campus residential intensive weeks paired with synchronous and asynchronous web-based learning.</div> </div> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--degree paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--id--733 paragraph--bgcolor--whispergray"> <div class="background-overlay"> <div class="component-wrapper container"> <div class="degree-types"> <span class="pill-blue">Residential</span> </div> <div class="degree-link"> <a href="/academics/masters/thm" class="degree-link">Master of Theology (Th.M.)</a> </div> <div class="degree-component-text">An advanced theological degree for specialized academic or ministerial preparation</div> <div class="div-hr-small"></div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Typical Program Length</div> <div class="degree-component-text">1 year, including examinations or writing period</div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Degree Prerequisites</div> <div class="degree-component-text">Regionally accredited Bachelor's degree; ATS accredited M.Div. or equivalent</div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Vocational Aspiration</div> <div class="degree-component-text">Further academic study, professional study sabbatical, additional education for military chaplains, and enhancement of skills/training for ministry</div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Type of Program</div> <div class="degree-component-text">Traditional residential with either thesis or comprehensive examination requirements</div> </div> </div> </div> </div></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="tab-pane fade accordion-item" id="tab-497-2-pane" role="tabpanel" aria-labelledby="tab-497-2-tab" tabindex="0"> <h2 class="accordion-header d-lg-none" id="tab-497-2-heading"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#tab-497-2-collapse" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="tab-497-2-collapse"> Doctoral Degrees </button> </h2> <div id="tab-497-2-collapse" class="accordion-collapse collapsed collapse d-lg-block" aria-labelledby="tab-497-2-heading" data-bs-parent="#tab-497-content"> <div class="accordion-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--tab-section paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="field field--name-field-tab-components field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--degree paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--id--491 paragraph--bgcolor--whispergray"> <div class="background-overlay"> <div class="component-wrapper container"> <div class="degree-types"> <span class="pill-blue">Residential</span> </div> <div class="degree-link"> <a href="/academics/thd" class="degree-link">Doctor of Theology (Th.D.)</a> </div> <div class="degree-component-text">Rigorous theological training with an interdisciplinary focus</div> <div class="div-hr-small"></div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Typical Program Length</div> <div class="degree-component-text">4-6 years, including examinations and research/writing period</div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Degree Prerequisites</div> <div class="degree-component-text">Regionally accredited Bachelor's degree; ATS accredited M.Div., M.T.S., or comparable degree</div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Vocational Aspiration</div> <div class="degree-component-text">Academically rigorous training to prepare for teaching and research at the undergraduate or graduate level</div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Type of Program</div> <div class="degree-component-text">Traditional residential with preliminary examinations and dissertation requirements</div> </div> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--degree paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--id--509 paragraph--bgcolor--whispergray"> <div class="background-overlay"> <div class="component-wrapper container"> <div class="degree-types"> <span class="pill-blue">Hybrid Online</span> </div> <div class="degree-link"> <a href="/academics/dmin" class="degree-link">Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.)</a> </div> <div class="degree-component-text">A doctoral program for ministry professionals who seek to deepen their knowledge, strengthen their leadership, and build a robust community of peers</div> <div class="div-hr-small"></div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Typical Program Length</div> <div class="degree-component-text">2 years plus research/writing period</div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Degree Prerequisites</div> <div class="degree-component-text">Regionally accredited Bachelor's degree; ATS accredited M.Div. or equivalent</div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Vocational Aspiration</div> <div class="degree-component-text">Practical education for pastors and other Christian leaders with the ability to remain employed full-time </div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Type of Program</div> <div class="degree-component-text">Hybrid: short on-campus intensive weeks paired with synchronous and asynchronous web-based learning and research project requirements</div> </div> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--image-text-and-button paragraph--view-mode--image-left paragraph--id--734 paragraph--bgcolor--dukenavy paragraph--fgcolor--white"> <div class="background-overlay"> <div class="component-wrapper container row"> <div class="component--img-txt-btn--container-left col col-12 col-md-6 align-items-center"> <div class="field field--name-field-component-image field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__item"><div> <div class="field field--name-field-media-image field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <img src="/sites/default/files/styles/component_cta_left_right/public/images/media-images/Admitted%20Student%27s%20Day%2020%27-8.jpg?itok=eU3UixJj" width="750" height="500" alt="Westbrook classroom with Stephen Chapman" loading="lazy" class="image-style-component-cta-left-right" /> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="component--img-txt-btn--container-right col col-12 col-md-6 align-items-center"> <div class="component--content-wrapper"> <h2 class="component-heading">Master of Theology (Th.M.)</h2> <div class="sub-heading">An Advanced Theological Degree</div> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-copy field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"><p>The Master of Theology (Th.M.) degree is designed for graduates of accredited theological schools who desire to continue or resume their theological education to enhance their professional competence in specific areas of study.</p> <p>Through this degree program, students can pursue advanced training鈥攚ith opportunities to take doctoral seminars and engage closely with professors on a written thesis鈥攖o enhance their ministry or prepare for a doctoral program.</p></div> <div class="buttons-wrapper"> <a href="/academics/masters/thm" class="btn btn-sm btn-primary">Learn More <span class="sr-only">about the Master of Theology</span></a> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="tab-pane fade accordion-item" id="tab-497-3-pane" role="tabpanel" aria-labelledby="tab-497-3-tab" tabindex="0"> <h2 class="accordion-header d-lg-none" id="tab-497-3-heading"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#tab-497-3-collapse" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="tab-497-3-collapse"> Standalone Certificates </button> </h2> <div id="tab-497-3-collapse" class="accordion-collapse collapsed collapse d-lg-block" aria-labelledby="tab-497-3-heading" data-bs-parent="#tab-497-content"> <div class="accordion-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--tab-section paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="field field--name-field-tab-components field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--degree paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--id--493 paragraph--bgcolor--whispergray"> <div class="background-overlay"> <div class="component-wrapper container"> <div class="degree-types"> <span class="pill-blue">Residential</span> </div> <div class="degree-link"> <a href="/academics/certificates/certificate-theology-healthcare" class="degree-link">Residential Certificate in Theology and Health Care (C.T.H.C.)</a> </div> <div class="degree-component-text">A one-year certificate program for Christian health care practitioners</div> <div class="div-hr-small"></div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Typical Program Length</div> <div class="degree-component-text">One Year</div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Degree Prerequisites</div> <div class="degree-component-text">Demonstrated current vocation or intended vocation in health care; and a minimum GPA of 3.00 in a bachelor鈥檚 degree from a regionally accredited college or university </div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Vocational Aspiration</div> <div class="degree-component-text">Further academic study with research interests at the intersection of theology and health care, or health care practice with a strong theological foundation</div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Type of Program</div> <div class="degree-component-text">The residential certificate is a full-time program completed in-residence with on-campus courses with local practicums and additional formational experiences for students who apply for and are accepted to the Theology, Medicine, and Culture Fellowship.</div> </div> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--degree paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--id--3406 paragraph--bgcolor--whispergray"> <div class="background-overlay"> <div class="component-wrapper container"> <div class="degree-types"> <span class="pill-blue">Hybrid Online</span> </div> <div class="degree-link"> <a href="/academics/certificates/h-cthc" class="degree-link">Hybrid Certificate in Theology and Health Care (H-C.T.H.C.)</a> </div> <div class="degree-component-text">A one-year certificate program for Christian health care practitioners</div> <div class="div-hr-small"></div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Typical Program Length</div> <div class="degree-component-text">One Year</div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Degree Prerequisites</div> <div class="degree-component-text">Demonstrated current vocation or intended vocation in health care; and a minimum GPA of 3.00 in a bachelor鈥檚 degree from a regionally accredited college or university </div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Vocational Aspiration</div> <div class="degree-component-text">Further academic study with research interests at the intersection of theology and health care, or health care practice with a strong theological foundation</div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Type of Program</div> <div class="degree-component-text">The hybrid certificate is completed in a flexible hybrid format with on-campus immersive weeks in August and January paired with synchronous and asynchronous web-based learning. Students are able to remain employed full-time while pursuing the certificate. The hybrid certificate is offered in two tracks: the Health Care Track and the Mental Health Track.</div> </div> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--image-text-and-button paragraph--view-mode--bg-image-left paragraph--id--749"> <div class="wrapper row gx-0"> <div class="img-background-left col-md-7 paragraph--bgimage--257"> <span role="img" aria-label="Someone typing on a laptop computer viewed from overhead"></span> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-component-background-image field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__item"><div> <div class="field field--name-field-media-image field--type-image field--label-visually_hidden"> <div class="field__label visually-hidden">Image</div> <div class="field__item"></div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="background-overlay"> <div class="component-wrapper container"> <div class="component--img-txt-btn--container-right col col-md-6 offset-md-6"> <div class="component--content-wrapper"> <div class="sub-heading">Continuing Education</div> <h2 class="component-heading">Online Certificates and Courses</h2> <div class="component-copy"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-copy field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"><p>Duke Divinity also offers non-degree online courses and certificates for practitioners seeking to expand and refresh their knowledge and skills. Our courses nurture vocational renewal, theological imagination, and practical resources for ministerial leaders and Christian professionals. </p></div> </div> <div class="buttons-wrapper"> <div class="btn-wrapper d-flex d-lg-inline-flex justify-content-center"><a href="/programs" class="btn btn-sm btn-primary">Learn More <span class="sr-only">about continuing education courses and certificates</span></a></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="tab-pane fade accordion-item" id="tab-497-4-pane" role="tabpanel" aria-labelledby="tab-497-4-tab" tabindex="0"> <h2 class="accordion-header d-lg-none" id="tab-497-4-heading"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#tab-497-4-collapse" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="tab-497-4-collapse"> Continuing Education </button> </h2> <div id="tab-497-4-collapse" class="accordion-collapse collapsed collapse d-lg-block" aria-labelledby="tab-497-4-heading" data-bs-parent="#tab-497-content"> <div class="accordion-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--tab-section paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="field field--name-field-tab-components field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--image-text-and-button paragraph--view-mode--image-top paragraph--id--495 paragraph--bgcolor--white paragraph--fgcolor--dukenavy"> <div class="background-overlay"> <div class="component-wrapper container row"> <div class="field field--name-field-component-image field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__item"><div> <div class="field field--name-field-media-image field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <img src="/sites/default/files/styles/component_cta_top/public/images/media-images/IMG_0036.jpg?h=8bcf979e&itok=FGEEicFU" width="880" height="660" alt="Someone types on a laptop computer that is sitting on a wooden table" loading="lazy" class="image-style-component-cta-top" /> </div> </div> </div> <div class="component--content-wrapper"> <h2 class="component-heading">Non-Degree Courses and Certificates</h2> <div class="sub-heading">Expand Knowledge and Skills</div> <div class="align-left"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-copy field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"><p>Find programs for Duke Divinity alumni and other practitioners seeking to expand and refresh their knowledge and skills through non-degree digital courses and certificates. Our courses nurture vocational renewal, theological imagination, and practical resources for ministerial leaders and Christian professionals. </p></div> </div> <div class="buttons-wrapper"> <a href="/programs" class="btn btn-sm btn-primary">Learn More <span class="sr-only">about continuing education</span></a> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="tab-pane fade accordion-item" id="tab-497-5-pane" role="tabpanel" aria-labelledby="tab-497-5-tab" tabindex="0"> <h2 class="accordion-header d-lg-none" id="tab-497-5-heading"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#tab-497-5-collapse" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="tab-497-5-collapse"> Dual Programs </button> </h2> <div id="tab-497-5-collapse" class="accordion-collapse collapsed collapse d-lg-block" aria-labelledby="tab-497-5-heading" data-bs-parent="#tab-497-content"> <div class="accordion-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--tab-section paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="field field--name-field-tab-components field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--degree paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--id--502 paragraph--bgcolor--whispergray"> <div class="background-overlay"> <div class="component-wrapper container"> <div class="degree-types"> <span class="pill-blue">Dual Degree</span> <span class="pill-blue">Residential</span> </div> <div class="degree-link"> <a href="/academics/dual-degrees-programs/mdiv-msw" class="degree-link">Master of Divinity/Master of Social Work (M.Div./M.S.W.)</a> </div> <div class="degree-component-text">A dual-degree program for leadership and service in social agencies of the church and community</div> <div class="div-hr-small"></div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Typical Program Length</div> <div class="degree-component-text">4 years, including internships</div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Degree Prerequisites</div> <div class="degree-component-text">Must meet requirements for each program (see M.Div. requirements)</div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Vocational Aspiration</div> <div class="degree-component-text">Leadership and service in social agencies of churches and communities, or ordained ministry complemented by strong clinical skills</div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Type of Program</div> <div class="degree-component-text">Traditional residential program: 2.5 years at Duke Divinity School and 1.5 years at UNC鈥揅hapel Hill, both with internship requirements</div> </div> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--degree paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--id--510 paragraph--bgcolor--whispergray"> <div class="background-overlay"> <div class="component-wrapper container"> <div class="degree-types"> <span class="pill-blue">Dual Degree</span> <span class="pill-blue">Residential</span> </div> <div class="degree-link"> <a href="/academics/dual-degrees-programs/mts-jd" class="degree-link">Master of Theological Studies/Juris Doctor (M.T.S./J.D.)</a> </div> <div class="degree-component-text">A dual-degree program combining the study of law with theological inquiry </div> <div class="div-hr-small"></div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Typical Program Length</div> <div class="degree-component-text">4 years</div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Degree Prerequisites</div> <div class="degree-component-text">Must meet requirements for each program (see M.T.S. requirements)</div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Vocational Aspiration</div> <div class="degree-component-text">Further academic study with research interests at the intersection of law and theology (e.g. ethics), or law practice with a strong theological foundation</div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Type of Program</div> <div class="degree-component-text">Traditional residential program: 1.5 years at Duke Divinity School and 2.5 years at Duke Law School</div> </div> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--degree paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--id--511 paragraph--bgcolor--whispergray"> <div class="background-overlay"> <div class="component-wrapper container"> <div class="degree-types"> <span class="pill-blue">Dual Degree</span> <span class="pill-blue">Residential</span> </div> <div class="degree-link"> <a href="/academics/dual-degrees-programs/mdiv-mpp" class="degree-link">Master of Divinity/Master of Public Policy (M.Div./M.P.P)</a> </div> <div class="degree-component-text">A dual-degree program for leadership and service in nonprofits, government, and the community</div> <div class="div-hr-small"></div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Typical Program Length</div> <div class="degree-component-text">4 years</div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Degree Prerequisites</div> <div class="degree-component-text">Must meet requirements for each program (see M.Div. requirements)</div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Vocational Aspiration</div> <div class="degree-component-text">Leadership, service, and advocacy in nonprofit organizations, government, and in the wider community</div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Type of Program</div> <div class="degree-component-text">Traditional residential program: Duke Divinity School and Duke's Sanford School of Public Policy</div> </div> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--degree paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--id--512 paragraph--bgcolor--whispergray"> <div class="background-overlay"> <div class="component-wrapper container"> <div class="degree-types"> <span class="pill-blue">Dual Degree</span> <span class="pill-blue">Residential</span> </div> <div class="degree-link"> <a href="/academics/dual-degrees-programs/mts-mpp" class="degree-link">Master of Theological Studies/Master of Public Policy (M.T.S./M.P.P.)</a> </div> <div class="degree-component-text">A dual-degree program for leadership, service, and advocacy in nonprofits, government, and the wider community</div> <div class="div-hr-small"></div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Typical Program Length</div> <div class="degree-component-text">3 years</div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Degree Prerequisites</div> <div class="degree-component-text">Must meet requirements for each program (see M.T.S. requirements)</div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Vocational Aspiration</div> <div class="degree-component-text">Leadership, service, and advocacy in nonprofit organizations, government, and in the wider community. </div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Type of Program</div> <div class="degree-component-text">Traditional residential program: Duke Divinity School and Duke's Sanford School of Public Policy</div> </div> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--degree paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--id--3403 paragraph--bgcolor--whispergray"> <div class="background-overlay"> <div class="component-wrapper container"> <div class="degree-types"> <span class="pill-blue">Dual Degree</span> <span class="pill-blue">Residential</span> </div> <div class="degree-link"> <a href="https://divinity.duke.edu/academics/dual-degrees-programs/mts-md" class="degree-link">Master of Theological Studies/Doctor of Medicine (M.T.S./M.D.)</a> </div> <div class="degree-component-text">A dual-degree program combining the study of medicine with theological inquiry</div> <div class="div-hr-small"></div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Typical Program Length</div> <div class="degree-component-text">5 years</div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Degree Prerequisites</div> <div class="degree-component-text">Must meet requirements for each program; M.T.S. requires a regionally accredited Bachelor's degree</div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Vocational Aspiration</div> <div class="degree-component-text">Research, scholarship, and intellectual leadership at the intersection of theology and health care and professional practice with a strong theological foundation</div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Type of Program</div> <div class="degree-component-text">Traditional residential program: 1 year solely enrolled at Duke Divinity School, and one year dually enrolled at Duke Divinity School and Duke University School of Medicine; 4 years total at Duke University School of Medicine</div> </div> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--degree paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--id--3404 paragraph--bgcolor--whispergray"> <div class="background-overlay"> <div class="component-wrapper container"> <div class="degree-types"> <span class="pill-blue">Dual Degree</span> <span class="pill-blue">Residential</span> </div> <div class="degree-link"> <a href="/academics/dual-degrees-programs/cthc-md" class="degree-link">Certificate in Theology and Health Care/Doctor of Medicine (C.T.H.C./M.D.)</a> </div> <div class="degree-component-text">Training to engage the practice of medicine with theological clarity and spiritual joy</div> <div class="div-hr-small"></div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Typical Program Length</div> <div class="degree-component-text">4 years</div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Degree Prerequisites</div> <div class="degree-component-text">Must meet requirements for each program; C.T.H.C. requirements: demonstrated current vocation or intended vocation in health care; and a minimum GPA of 3.00 in a bachelor鈥檚 degree from a regionally accredited college or university </div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Vocational Aspiration</div> <div class="degree-component-text">Research, scholarship, and intellectual leadership at the intersection of theology and health care and professional practice with a strong theological foundation</div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Type of Program</div> <div class="degree-component-text">Traditional residential program: 1 year of courses at Duke Divinity School while continuously enrolled at Duke University School of Medicine</div> </div> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--degree paragraph--view-mode--default paragraph--id--3405 paragraph--bgcolor--whispergray"> <div class="background-overlay"> <div class="component-wrapper container"> <div class="degree-types"> <span class="pill-blue">Dual Degree</span> <span class="pill-blue">Residential</span> </div> <div class="degree-link"> <a href="/academics/dual-degrees-programs/cthc-otd" class="degree-link">Certificate in Theology and Health Care/Occupational Therapy Doctorate (C.T.H.C./O.T.D.)</a> </div> <div class="degree-component-text">Training to engage the practice of occupational therapy with theological clarity and spiritual joy</div> <div class="div-hr-small"></div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Typical Program Length</div> <div class="degree-component-text">3 years</div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Degree Prerequisites</div> <div class="degree-component-text">Must meet requirements for each program; C.T.H.C. requirements: demonstrated current vocation or intended vocation in health care; and a minimum GPA of 3.00 in a bachelor鈥檚 degree from a regionally accredited college or university </div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Vocational Aspiration</div> <div class="degree-component-text">Research, scholarship, and intellectual leadership at the intersection of theology and health care and professional practice with a strong theological foundation</div> </div> <div class="degree-component-section"> <div class="degree-component-heading">Type of Program</div> <div class="degree-component-text">Traditional residential program: 4-5 courses at Duke Divinity School while continuously enrolled in the O.T.D. program at Duke University School of Medicine. 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Library</a></li> </ul> </div> </section> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/accreditation">Accreditation</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/educational-effectiveness">Educational Effectiveness</a> </li> </ul> </section> </div> <div class="divnav-modal" data-divnav-modal="2"> <div class="divnav-modal__backdrop"></div> <section id="divnav-modal-2__contents" class="divnav-modal__contents"> <div class="divnav-header-wrapper row gx-0"> <div class="divnav-header col col-11"> <h2>Centers & Initiatives</h2> </div> <div class="divnav-close col col-1 d-flex justify-content-end"> <a class="divnav-modal__close" href="#divnav-modal-2__open"><span class="sr-only">Close Navigation</span><i class="fa-regular fa-xmark"></i></a> </div> <div class="div-hr"></div> </div> <ul> <li> <section class="divnav-accordion" data-divnav-accordion="20"> <h3> <a class="divnav-accordion__button" href="#divnav-modal-20__contents" role="button"> Houses of Study <span class="divnav-accordion__icon" aria-hidden="true"></span> </a> </h3> <div class="divnav-accordion__contents" id="divnav-accordion-20__contents"> <ul> <li><a href="/houses">Houses of Study Overview</a></li> <li><a href="/houses/aehs">Anglican Episcopal House of Studies</a></li> <li><a href="/houses/asian-house">Asian House of Studies</a></li> <li><a href="/houses/baptist">Baptist House of Studies</a></li> <li><a href="/houses/hispanic-house">Hispanic House of Studies</a></li> <li><a href="/houses/methodist">Methodist House of Studies</a></li> <li><a href="/houses/obcs">Office of Black Church Studies</a></li> <li><a href="/houses/presbyterian-reformed">Presbyterian/Reformed House of Studies</a></li> </ul> </div> </section> </li> <li> <section class="divnav-accordion" data-divnav-accordion="21"> <h3> <a class="divnav-accordion__button" href="#divnav-modal-21__contents" role="button"> Initiatives <span class="divnav-accordion__icon" aria-hidden="true"></span> </a> </h3> <div class="divnav-accordion__contents" id="divnav-accordion-21__contents"> <ul> <li><a href="/initiatives">Initiatives Overview</a></li> <li><a href="/initiatives/cfr">Center for Reconciliation</a></li> <li><a href="/initiatives/clergy-religion">Clergy & Religion Research Collaborative</a></li> <li><a href="/initiatives/dita">Duke Initiatives in Theology and the Arts</a></li> <li><a href="/initiatives/fons-vitae">Fons Vitae Catholic Initiative</a></li> <li><a href="/initiatives/leadership-education">Leadership Education at Duke Divinity</a></li> <li><a href="/initiatives/ormond-center">Ormond Center</a></li> <li><a href="/initiatives/racial-justice">Racial Justice and Cultural Competency</a></li> <li><a href="/initiatives/tmc">Theology, Medicine, and Culture</a></li> <li><a href="/initiatives/trc">Thriving Rural Communities</a></li> <li><a href="/initiatives/traditioned-innovation-project">Traditioned Innovation Project</a></li> <li><a href="/initiatives/wesleyan-methodist">Wesleyan Initiatives & Programs</a></li> </ul> </div> </section> </li> </ul> </section> </div> <div class="divnav-modal" data-divnav-modal="3"> <div class="divnav-modal__backdrop"></div> <section id="divnav-modal-3__contents" class="divnav-modal__contents"> <div class="divnav-header-wrapper row gx-0"> <div class="divnav-header col col-11"> <h2>Faculty</h2> </div> <div class="divnav-close col col-1 d-flex justify-content-end"> <a class="divnav-modal__close" href="#divnav-modal-3__open"><span class="sr-only">Close Navigation</span><i class="fa-regular fa-xmark"></i></a> </div> <div class="div-hr"></div> </div> <ul> <li> <a href="/faculty">Faculty Overview</a> </li> <li> <section class="divnav-accordion" data-divnav-accordion="31"> <h3> <a class="divnav-accordion__button" href="#divnav-modal-31__contents" role="button"> Faculty Directory <span class="divnav-accordion__icon" aria-hidden="true"></span> </a> </h3> <div class="divnav-accordion__contents" id="divnav-accordion-31__contents"> <ul> <li><a href="/faculty/directory">All Faculty</a></li> <li><a href="/faculty/historical-division">Historical Division</a></li> </ul> </div> </section> </li> <li> <a href="/faculty/books">Faculty Books</a> </li> <li> <a href="/faculty/experts">Faculty Experts</a> </li> <li> <a href="/news/in-the-media/archive">Faculty in the Media</a> </li> </ul> </section> </div> </nav> </footer> </div> </div> </div> <div class="off-canvas-wrapper"><div id="off-canvas"> <ul> <li> <span>Admissions & Aid</span> <ul> <li> <a href="/admissions" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9463">Admissions & Aid Overview</a> </li> <li> <a href="/admissions/how-apply" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9504">How to Apply</a> </li> <li> <span>Funding Your Education</span> <ul> <li> <a href="/admissions/financial-aid" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9491">Funding Your Education Overview</a> </li> <li> <a href="/admissions/financial-aid/scholarships" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9528">Scholarships & Fellowships</a> </li> <li> <a href="/admissions/financial-aid/black-church-latinx-fellowships" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9522">Black Church Studies and Latinx Studies Fellowships</a> </li> <li> <a href="/admissions/financial-aid/thriving-communities" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9524">Thriving Communities Fellowship</a> </li> <li> <a href="/admissions/financial-aid/lipe" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9889">Lipe Leadership Fellowship</a> </li> <li> <a href="/admissions/financial-aid/external-scholarships" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9532">External Scholarships</a> </li> <li> <a href="/admissions/financial-aid/tuition" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9546">Tuition and Estimated Expenses</a> </li> </ul> </li> <li> <a href="/admissions/which-degree" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9506" class="is-active" aria-current="page">Which Degree Is Right for Me?</a> </li> <li> <a href="/admissions/visit" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9477">Visit Us</a> </li> <li> <a href="/admissions/student-support" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9578">Supporting Our Students</a> </li> <li> <span>Student Life</span> <ul> <li> <a href="/admissions/student-life" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9492">Overview of Student Life</a> </li> <li> <a href="/admissions/student-life/worship" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9547">Worship</a> </li> <li> <a href="/admissions/student-life/student-council" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9552">Student Council & Organizations</a> </li> <li> <a href="/admissions/student-life/womens-center" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9553">The Women鈥檚 Center</a> </li> <li> <a href="/admissions/student-life/chaplain-office" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9575">Office of the Chaplain</a> </li> <li> <a href="/admissions/student-life/office" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9525">Office of Student Life</a> </li> </ul> </li> <li> <a href="/admissions/staff" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9507">Admissions Staff & Contact Info</a> </li> <li> <span>Resources for Admitted Students</span> <ul> <li> <a href="/admissions/resources" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9515">Overview of Resources for Admitted Students</a> </li> <li> <a href="/admissions/resources/orientation" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9556">New Student Orientation & Checklist</a> </li> <li> <a href="/admissions/resources/deposit" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9557">Paying Your Deposit</a> </li> <li> <a href="/admissions/resources/registration" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9558">Registering for Courses</a> </li> <li> <a href="/admissions/resources/housing" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9562">Housing and Local Resources</a> </li> <li> <a href="/admissions/resources/bridddge" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9559">Bri(DDD)ge</a> </li> <li> <a href="/admissions/resources/rise" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9561">RISE Academic Workshop</a> </li> </ul> </li> <li> <a href="/admissions/bulletin" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9523">Divinity Bulletin and Conduct Covenant</a> </li> <li> <a href="/admissions/duke-durham" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9526">Duke and Durham</a> </li> <li> <a href="/admissions/diversity" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9521">Statement of Diversity in Admissions</a> </li> </ul> </li> <li> <span>Academics</span> <ul> <li> <a href="/academics" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9512">Academics Overview</a> </li> <li> <span>Master's Degrees</span> <ul> <li> <a href="/academics/masters" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9548">Overview of Master's Degrees</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/masters/mdiv" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9529">Master of Divinity (M.Div.)</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/masters/hmdiv" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9538">Hybrid Master of Divinity (M.Div.)</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/masters/macp" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9540">Master of Arts in Christian Practice (M.A.)</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/masters/mts" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9539">Master of Theological Studies (M.T.S.)</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/masters/thm" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9541">Master of Theology (Th.M.)</a> </li> </ul> </li> <li> <span>Doctoral Degrees</span> <ul> <li> <a href="/academics/doctoral" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9549">Overview of Doctoral Degrees</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/doctoral/thd" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9542">Doctor of Theology (Th.D.)</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/doctoral/dmin" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9543">Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.)</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/doctoral/phd" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9544">Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)</a> </li> </ul> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/online" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9636">Hybrid Online Degrees and Programs</a> </li> <li> <span>Dual Degrees & Programs</span> <ul> <li> <a href="/academics/dual-degrees-programs" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9550">Overview of Dual Degrees & Programs</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/dual-degrees-programs/mdiv-mpp" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9534">Master of Divinity/Master of Public Policy (M.Div./M.P.P.)</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/dual-degrees-programs/mdiv-msw" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9535">Master of Divinity/Master of Social Work (M.Div./M.S.W.)</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/dual-degrees-programs/mts-jd" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9536">Master of Theological Studies/Juris Doctorate (M.T.S./J.D.)</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/dual-degrees-programs/mts-mpp" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9533">Master of Theological Studies/Master of Public Policy (M.T.S./M.P.P.)</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/dual-degrees-programs/mts-md" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/10313">Master of Theological Studies/Doctor of Medicine (M.T.S./M.D.)</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/dual-degrees-programs/cthc-md" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/10314">Certificate in Theology and Health Care/Doctor of Medicine (C.T.H.C./M.D.)</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/dual-degrees-programs/cthc-otd" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/10323">Certificate in Theology and Health Care/Occupational Therapy Doctorate (C.T.H.C./O.T.D.)</a> </li> </ul> </li> <li> <span>Standalone Certificates</span> <ul> <li> <a href="/academics/certificates" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9551">Overview of Standalone Certificates</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/certificates/certificate-theology-healthcare" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9545">Residential Certificate in Theology and Health Care</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/certificates/h-cthc" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/10312">Hybrid Certificate in Theology and Health Care</a> </li> </ul> </li> <li> <span>Degree-Based Certificates</span> <ul> <li> <a href="/academics/degree-certificates" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9497">Overview of Degree-Based Certificates</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/degree-certificates/anglican" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9489">Certificate in Anglican Studies</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/degree-certificates/baptist" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9496">Certificate in Baptist Studies</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/degree-certificates/black-church" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9493">Certificate in Black Church Studies</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/degree-certificates/catholic" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/10001">Certificate in Catholic Studies</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/degree-certificates/chaplaincy" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9494">Certificate in Chaplaincy</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/degree-certificates/christian-education" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9501">Certificate in Christian Education</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/degree-certificates/faith-food-environment" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9505">Certificate in Faith, Food, and Environmental Justice</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/degree-certificates/organizing-advocacy" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9508">Certificate in Faith-based Organizing, Advocacy, and Social Transformation</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/degree-certificates/gender" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9509">Certificate in Gender, Sexuality, Theology, and Ministry</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/degree-certificates/latinx" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9495">Certificate in Latinx Studies</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/degree-certificates/methodist" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9510">Certificate in Methodist/Wesleyan Studies</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/degree-certificates/missional" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9518">Certificate in Missional Innovation</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/degree-certificates/preaching" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9519">Certificate in Preaching</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/degree-certificates/prison-studies" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9498">Certificate in Prison Studies</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/degree-certificates/teaching" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9516">Certificate in Reflective and Faithful Teaching</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/degree-certificates/theology-arts" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9502">Certificate in Theology and the Arts</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/degree-certificates/theology-medicine-culture" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9503">Certificate in Theology, Medicine, and Culture</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/degree-certificates/worship" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9511">Certificate in Worship</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/degree-certificates/other" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9584">Other Duke University Certificates</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/degree-certificates/nonprofit" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/10391">Certificate in Nonprofit Management (Non-Divinity)</a> </li> </ul> </li> <li> <span>Field Education</span> <ul> <li> <a href="/academics/field-education" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9514">Overview of Field Education</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/field-education/cpe" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9565">Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE)</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/field-education/communities-of-learning" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9564">Communities of Learning</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/field-education/international" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9567">International Field Education</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/field-education/students" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9572">Students</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/field-education/supervisors" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9571">Supervisors</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/field-education/forms-policies" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9573">Forms & Policies</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/field-education/office" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9568">Office of Field Education</a> </li> </ul> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/study-abroad" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9517">Study Abroad</a> </li> <li> <span>Academic Resources</span> <ul> <li> <a href="/academics/academic-calendar" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9594">Academic Calendar & Course Schedules</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/center-for-writing" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9513">Center for Writing and Academic Support</a> </li> <li> <a href="https://library.divinity.duke.edu/">Divinity Library</a> </li> </ul> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/accreditation" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9824">Accreditation</a> </li> <li> <a href="/academics/educational-effectiveness" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9825">Educational Effectiveness</a> </li> </ul> </li> <li> <span>Centers & Initiatives</span> <ul> <li> <span>Houses of Study</span> <ul> <li> <a href="/houses" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9618">Houses of Study Overview</a> </li> <li> <a href="/houses/aehs" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9640">Anglican Episcopal House of Studies</a> </li> <li> <a href="/houses/asian-house" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9631">Asian House of Studies</a> </li> <li> <a href="/houses/baptist" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9773">Baptist House of Studies</a> </li> <li> <a href="/houses/hispanic-house" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9670">Hispanic House of Studies</a> </li> <li> <a href="/houses/methodist" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9624">Methodist House of Studies</a> </li> <li> <a href="/houses/obcs" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9599">Office of Black Church Studies</a> </li> <li> <a href="/houses/presbyterian-reformed" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9628">Presbyterian/Reformed House of Studies</a> </li> </ul> </li> <li> <span>Initiatives</span> <ul> <li> <a href="/initiatives" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9595">Initiatives Overview</a> </li> <li> <a href="/initiatives/cfr" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9681">Center for Reconciliation</a> </li> <li> <a href="/initiatives/clergy-religion" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9665">Clergy & Religion Research Collaborative</a> </li> <li> <a href="/initiatives/dita" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9732">Duke Initiatives in Theology and the Arts</a> </li> <li> <a href="/initiatives/fons-vitae" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9659">Fons Vitae Catholic Initiative</a> </li> <li> <a href="/initiatives/leadership-education" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9692">Leadership Education at Duke Divinity</a> </li> <li> <a href="/initiatives/ormond-center" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9691">Ormond Center</a> </li> <li> <a href="/initiatives/racial-justice" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9733">Racial Justice and Cultural Competency</a> </li> <li> <a href="/initiatives/tmc" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9698">Theology, Medicine, and Culture</a> </li> <li> <a href="/initiatives/trc" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9663">Thriving Rural Communities</a> </li> <li> <a href="/initiatives/traditioned-innovation-project" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9654">Traditioned Innovation Project</a> </li> <li> <a href="/initiatives/wesleyan-methodist" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9602">Wesleyan Initiatives & Programs</a> </li> </ul> </li> </ul> </li> <li> <span>Faculty</span> <ul> <li> <a href="/faculty" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9487">Faculty Overview</a> </li> <li> <a href="/faculty/directory" data-drupal-link-system-path="faculty/directory">Faculty Directory</a> <ul> <li> <a href="/faculty/directory" data-drupal-link-system-path="faculty/directory">All Faculty</a> </li> <li> <a href="/faculty/historical-division" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/10526">Historical Division</a> </li> </ul> </li> <li> <a href="/faculty/books" data-drupal-link-system-path="news/books/archive">Faculty Books</a> </li> <li> <a href="/faculty/experts" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9802">Faculty Experts</a> </li> <li> <a href="/news/in-the-media/archive" data-drupal-link-system-path="news/in-the-media/archive">Faculty in the Media</a> </li> </ul> </li> <li> <span>About</span> <ul> <li> <a href="/about/mission" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9803">About the School</a> </li> <li> <a href="/about/vision" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9858">Dean's Welcome</a> </li> <li> <a href="/about/directions-parking" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9589">Directions & Parking</a> </li> <li> <a href="/about/jobs-careers" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9590">Divinity School Jobs</a> </li> <li> <a href="/about/departments" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9586">Department Directory</a> </li> <li> <a href="/about/faculty-staff-directory" data-drupal-link-system-path="about/directory">Faculty & Staff Directory</a> </li> <li> <a 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