Graduate Program Tuition and Financial Aid

2023-24 Seminary Programs

Seminary Tuition Charges

Tuition per credit hour

$535

Audit-participation (per hour)

$360

Activity fee: 1-8 credit hours (charge per credit hour, non-refundable)

Activity fee: 9+ credit hours (flat fee, non-refundable)

$30

General services fee: 1-8 credit hours (charge per credit hour, non-refundable)

$14

General services fee: 9+ credit hours (flat fee, non-refundable)

$125

Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE)

CPE Tuition (per hour)

$535

CPE Non-credit Fee (per hour)

$360

Other Charges

Student health insurance (International & full-time students only)

$4,366 Aprox

Graduation fee (one-year certificate)

$50

Graduation fee (seminary degrees)

$100

Final Exam taken out of schedule

$35

Any course you take from another program will be invoiced at the rate of your enrolled program.

Published charge rates may be adjusted for changes in economic conditions and cost factors. This list continues on the General Charges and Payment Information page.

Financial Aid

Many seminary students receive financial assistance. We are fortunate to have a community of supporters who believe in the impact of an EMS education and who have given generously to offer financial aid and scholarships to help degree-seeking students. EMS has scholarships that can cover up to 100% off the cost of tuition.

A financial aid guide is provided to students at the time they receive admission to EMS. You will be notified of your scholarship award at the time of your admission offer. This guide will help you navigate your options, and the processes associated with securing the financial support you need.

Grants and Scholarships

Grants and scholarships are contingent on availability of funds and qualified students.

Generous scholarships of up to 100% of tuition are awarded on the basis of academic excellence, ministry service and leadership potential, and financial need. Scholarships are extended to qualified students who are enrolled in a degree program at least part-time, taking 5 or more credits each during fall and spring semesters.

An additional Mennonite student grant of $750 in each of the fall and spring semesters is automatically awarded to full-time, degree-seeking Mennonite students enrolled in 9 or more credits per semester.