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Vibrant. Faithful. Courageous.

Through top-tier research, justice-centered training, and radical hospitality, Vanderbilt Divinity School prepares you to serve with courage and create meaningful change.

Lifelong Learning

We offer faith-informed continuing education and formational programming for individuals, organizations, and religious communities.

Who We Are

Vanderbilt Divinity School is a place where theological inquiry, spiritual formation, and social justice come together. In a global, multi-religious world, we equip students to lead with wisdom, compassion, and courage. We prepare students for Christian ministry, public leadership, and service in many communities and traditions.

95%

Vocational Placement Rate for M.Div. Graduates

Our graduates go on to serve in churches, non-profits, chaplaincy, academia, and public theology settings. 95% of our M.Div. graduates are in vocational placement within one year of graduation.

Based on 2023 ATS M.Div. Graduate Placement Data

Lifelong Learning

Your formation doesn't end with graduation. We offer continuing education for clergy, faith leaders, and professionals seeking deeper spiritual growth and practical skills through executive education, certificate programs, seminars, and vocational training.

In these times, when faithful leadership and courageous voices are needed more than ever, the Divinity School remains a beacon for those answering their call to serve.

Headshot of Dean Yolanda Pierce Dean Yolanda Pierce
University Distinguished Professor of Religion and Literature
University Distinguished Professor of African American and Diaspora Studies