For some, the idea of a chaplain may bring to mind a clear image—a religious leader connected to an institution, such as a ...

As the historic Eduardo Matos Moctezuma Lecture Series came to a close in early October, hundreds of students, faculty, and friends gathered to honor Eduardo Matos Moctezuma and his contributions to ...

Professor Jacob K. Olupona is the Professor of African Religious Traditions at Harvard Divinity School, with a joint ...

You’re listening to Harvard Divinity School's Praxis Podcast, where I, Maddison Tenney, interview HDS students about what brought them here, what they study, and where they hope to go next. This ...

The Rev. Kelly Brown Douglas, PhD, is Visiting Professor of Theology at Harvard Divinity School for the 2024-25 academic year. While at HDS, she will teach one course in the fall and one in the spring ...

Authentic training for the ministry must include both practical experience and reflection on that experience. The HDS Field Education Program offers guided learning experiences that integrate theory ...

Marla Frederick is a leading ethnographer and scholar focused on the African American religious experience. She became the eighteenth Dean of Harvard Divinity School on January 1, 2024. Frederick ...

Harvard Divinity School is committed to providing financial assistance to all students who demonstrate need. Knowing how to fund your education is essential. This section will help you understand ...

The Master of Theology (ThM) program affords an opportunity for students who have received the Master of Divinity (MDiv) degree or its equivalent (three years of graduate theological study) to pursue ...

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program is jointly offered by HDS and the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences. Find detailed information about PhD fields of study and ...