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Move fully into the life of service to which God has called you.

Connecting spiritual and intellectual resources.

Whether your vocation is pastor, educator, musician or scholar, Perkins is here to provide the essential resources to help you answer your special calling.

The SMU Perkins School of Theology offers a variety of degree programs, including the Master of Divinity, Master of Arts in Ministry and the Doctor of Ministry Program. Many of our programs allow the opportunity to create an academic path best suited to your unique call to ministry and service. 

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Cultivating faith at Perkins.

Join students from across the globe that have responded to their call to pursue their vocation at SMU.

The most meaningful part of my M.Div. program has been the accessibility and support of the Perkins faculty and staff and the relationships I’ve built with fellow students.

Amanda Banda (M.Div. ’27)

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A Valuable Investment.

98%

Percentage of master's degree-seeking students receive scholarship assistance from Perkins.

$14,310

Average annual award granted to full-time, degree-seeking students

3 Weeks

Time it takes to receive notification of your scholarship award once your completed application is submitted.

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Meet the New Dean

Dean Bryan P. Stone expresses his excitement about the school’s mission, its students, and the opportunity to build on its legacy of academic excellence and faithful service.

Featured Stories and Events

Farris Blount, III, Appointment at Perkins

Farris Blount, III, Appointment at Perkins

Farris Blount, III, appointed as Assistant Professor of Practical Theology and Director of both the Doctor of Ministry Program and the Perkins Black/Africana Church Studies Program, effective June 1.
Baptist House of Studies Webinar: April 14

Baptist House of Studies Webinar: April 14

Learn more about our Baptist House of Studies by registering for this webinar.
2026 Perkins Awards Recipients

2026 Perkins Awards Recipients

Congratulations to this year’s Perkins Awards recipients—join us in celebrating their faithful leadership and service at the Perkins Awards Banquet on March 30.