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Transformational programs for today's courageous leaders

Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary provides a variety of degree programs, certificates, and continuing education for passionate, creative, and courageous spiritual leaders seeking to make a difference.

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Transformational programs for today's courageous leaders

Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary provides a variety of degree programs, certificates, and continuing education for passionate, creative, and courageous spiritual leaders seeking to make a difference.

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For the Thriving of the Church and the Healing of the World

The leaders we prepare here will not just manage churches, organizations, and institutions, but will lead movements in their local communities and our world.

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Diverse degrees & programs for your unique calling

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Accessible scholarships ranging from 50% – 100% tuition with stipends

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Affordable housing options on and near the Evanston campus

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Celebrating over 170 years of preparing courageous spiritual leaders

For over 170 years we have prepared spiritually adventurous, intellectually daring, and deeply faithful leaders for service to the Church, the academy, and diverse cultures and settings. Over the course of that long history, much has remained constant—our Christian identity and purpose, our Methodist tradition and ethos, our ecumenical spirit and commitment, and our determination to form and equip servant leaders who are ready, willing, and able to lead courageously in challenging times.

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Seeking Truth Through Research and Repair

In keeping with its mission to cultivate communities of transformation and hope for the healing of the world, Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary has formed a study committee to provide a historical account of the seminary’s relationship to the Native peoples of the Midwest region where the campus is located and to recommend a set of actions to pursue for the sake of justice and repair.

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Student Stories

COP27: A Garrett Student’s Sustainable Vision of Hope

While the specifics have yet to be ironed out, with no funds to be disbursed until at least COP28 next year, I feel cautiously hopeful. I’m deeply glad for having had the chance to participate in the process, in however marginal a way, and I feel like I learned a tremendous amount simply by being present and listening.

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Alum Stories

Alumna and Military Chaplain, Hyang Sook Choi, Sees Giving as an Act of Faith

Choi appreciates that Garrett-Evangelical was a place where she could ask questions and explore how to best serve others. In all she does as a military chaplain, Choi emphasizes open-mindedness. “I’m a Christian chaplain, but I am serving everybody. I am their chaplain no matter what faith or no faith. I am there for whatever their religious or spiritual needs.

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Upcoming events
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Centers and Institutes Event
30 Mar

WTTW’s Chicago Stories: The Birth of Gospel – Screening and Discussion
Centers and Institutes Event
31 Mar

Hearts Strangely Warmed and Awakened Conference
Institutional Event
06 Apr

Maundy Thursday (Offices Closed)
Garrett’s Commitment

Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary is deeply committed to forming courageous leaders in the way of Jesus to cultivate communities of justice, compassion, and hope for the thriving of the Church and the healing of the world.

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COVID-19 Updates

The safety of our students, employees, and community is of upmost importance to us. See the latest COVID-19 updates and guidelines at Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary.

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