GEA Divinity School

🌿 GEA Divinity School

A premier theological institution within the GEA University System

The School of Divinity

The School of Divinity offers comprehensive theological education for students pursuing ordained ministry, advanced pastoral leadership, and ecclesial scholarship. Programs range from associate to doctoral levels, with a blend of academic, spiritual, and practical training.


📘 Overview

The GEA Divinity School is the theological heart of GEA University of San Marco. It is dedicated to the academic formation, spiritual development, and ministerial preparation of students who seek to serve in diverse Christian traditions, with a global and ecumenical perspective.

Rooted in scholarly excellence and committed to inclusive Christian witness, the school prepares leaders who are biblically grounded, theologically informed, spiritually mature, and pastorally effective.


🎓 Mission Statement

To educate and form the next generation of Christian leaders for service in the Church, the academy, and the world—through rigorous theological education, spiritual formation, and ministerial training grounded in Scripture and open to global Christian traditions.


🏛️ Academic Focus Areas

  • Biblical Studies (Old and New Testament)
  • Systematic and Historical Theology
  • Pastoral Ministry and Leadership
  • Homiletics and Liturgical Practice
  • Christian Ethics and Social Justice
  • Spiritual Formation and Discipleship
  • Ecumenical and Intercultural Dialogue


🎓 Programs Offered

Undergraduate:

  • Associate of Divinity (A.Div.)
  • Bachelor of Divinity (B.Div.)
  • Bachelor of Ministry (B.Min.)

Graduate:

  • Master of Divinity (M.Div.)
  • Master of Ministry (M.Min.)
  • Master of Theological Studies (M.T.S.)

Doctoral and Advanced:

  • Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.)
  • Doctor of Divinity (D.D.) (honorary or ecclesial)
  • Ed.D. in Divinity
  • Ed.D. in Ministry
  • Ph.D. in Divinity
  • Ph.D. in Ministry

Key Programs: 

  • Certificate in Pastoral Counseling
  • Ministry and Leadership Certificates
  • Diploma in Christian Worship and Sacraments


🤝 Ecumenical Identity

GEA Divinity School maintains a non-denominational but ecumenical ethos, welcoming students from Protestant, Catholic, Orthodox, and evangelical backgrounds. It promotes theological dialogue across traditions while honoring each student’s spiritual heritage.


🌍 Global Engagement

  • Partnerships with seminaries and churches across Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas.
  • Programs in global missions, intercultural ministry, and contextual theology.
  • Active participation in global Christian forums and interfaith dialogue initiatives.


🧭 Core Values

  • Scriptural Authority
  • Academic Integrity
  • Spiritual Maturity
  • Ministerial Competence
  • Global Relevance


📘 Admission Guidelines


🔹 For GEA Divinity School

GEA Divinity School welcomes applicants from a wide range of Christian traditions who demonstrate academic readiness, spiritual maturity, and a sense of calling to ministry, teaching, or theological scholarship.


✅ Eligibility Criteria:

  • Open to both men and women
  • Single and married students are fully welcome
  • A bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) required for graduate-level programs
  • Demonstrated commitment to Christian faith and service
  • Strong academic record and recommendations from church or spiritual mentors

📄 Application Materials:

  • Completed application form
  • Statement of purpose and faith journey
  • Academic transcripts
  • Letters of recommendation (including pastoral reference)
  • Interview (may be virtual or in person)