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Applications are open for fall 2026

Theological education is much more than enrolling in graduate school.

It is a moment of faith where God calls us to more.
The North Park community—scholars and students, pastors and professors—engages this calling every day. Together.

If you’re ready for this next step of hope, powered by faith, we invite you to join us.

Get to know us

We’d love to hear your story and how God is shaping your calling. For now, begin with this short video featuring Dr. Dennis R. Edwards, Dean of the Seminary, and get a glimpse of the North Park Theological Seminary community, campus, and values. When you’re ready, connect with an admissions counselor—we look forward to hearing from you.

Seminary is a leap of faith

Start with a first step.

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“This experience has changed me”

I was inspired to go to North Park Theological Seminary because of their commitment to justice, and the seminary’s clear work to provide a formation experience that encompasses a fuller picture of the body of Christ, demonstrated through not only a diverse staff, but diverse student body and diverse readings.

—Melissa D, (MDiv)

I wanted my leadership in the church to be grounded in academic study. In my NPTS courses, I’ve loved diving deeply into theology and Scripture and reconnecting with the Evangelical Covenant Church roots. I can immediately apply what I learn in the classroom to my pastoral ministry.

—Peter G (MDiv)

I was born in Guatemala and I came to the United States when I was 10 years old, so I’m a son of immigrants and an immigrant myself. Slowly God started to pull me towards ministry. My application to North Park was like a prayer, a Hail Mary kind of thing…. But God opened ways! The professors here—they’re not against you. They’re with you. And now I’m graduating—debt free. God did that.

—Melvin R (MDiv & MBA)

Seminary master's graduate walks out of 2025 commencement with full regalia and flowers around her cap
Seminary master's graduate walks out of 2025 commencement with full regalia and flowers around her cap

Find Your Program

North Park Theological Seminary offers seven accredited graduate degrees and eight certificates of study, all with the same commitment to train your head, heart, and hands.

Degrees and Certificates

Explore Your Cost

Your investment in accredited graduate school training takes planning. Almost 100% of our students receive scholarships or financial aid.

Tuition and Financial Aid
Fall with bricked walks, pair walks down middle of campus near Nyvall Hall
Fall with bricked walks, pair walks down middle of campus near Nyvall Hall

Visit Our Chicago Campus

The campus of North Park University is a garden oasis in a world-class city—an ideal place for a learning community.

Future student visits are always welcome, from across town or across the country.

Contact

Seminary Admissions
Old Main, 3rd floor
3225 W. Foster Ave.
Chicago, IL 60625

semadmissions@northpark.edu
(773) 244-6229

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