Not Presbyterian?

Roughly half our student body comes from denominations other than Presbyterian. Our student body is made up of 17 different protestant denominations. 

 

 

While we are historically Presbyterian, we have always and continue to train leaders from many different backgrounds and denominations. UPSem believes that different theologies, backgrounds, and cultures enhance theological education and prepare students to serve the church in the world.

Denominations Represented

 

 

Baptist House of Studies

The Baptist House of Studies at Union Presbyterian Seminary was created in collaboration with the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship of Virginia (CBFVA) and Cooperative Baptist Fellowship Global to offer high quality theological education to Baptist students in a residential setting on UPSem’s Richmond campus. In addition, students working toward a Master of Divinity can earn a concentration in Baptist Studies by completing the following courses offered on the Richmond campus: Baptist Theology, Baptist History, Baptist Polity, and an internship in a Baptist setting. 

 

 

United Methodist Information

We strongly encourage UMC applicants pursuing ordination to be in conversation with their ordaining body as they are considering educational institutions. 

Please check with the appropriate United Methodist conference office for the specific requirements of your conference and UMC Advisor, Dorothee Tripodi for more information.