Dallas Theological Seminary
Dallas Theological Seminary and the Downline Institute partner to provide integrated biblical and theological training that equips students for life and ministry.
Why Choose This Path?
Automatically receive 10 DTS credit hours for completing Downline Coursework
Become eligible for an additional 12 DTS credit hours via DTS's Advanced Standing process
Additionally:
- Are you an intern at a church or do you work in full-time vocational ministry? If yes, you are eligible to receive an additional 12 hours of DTS MACL elective credit! Email DTS using this link for more information.
- Downline participants who are part of the Emerging Leaders Program receive an additional 3 hours of DTS credit.
- Students pursuing the Master of Theology (THM) degree can earn up to 40 credit hours via DTS's Advanced Standing process.
NEXT STEPS
Complete Downline Institute
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Apply to DTS
Following acceptance, automatically receive your 10 credit hours
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Complete Advanced Standing Exams
Eligible for an additional 12 credit hours (40 for THM)
COST BREAKDOWN
Traditional Program with DTS
Take All 66 Hours at DTS
$46,200
Total Before Additional
Needs-Based Scholarships
Needs-Based Scholarships
DTS After Downline
• 10 Hours from Downline Coursework
• Up to 12 Additional Hours from Advanced Standing
• Additional Hours for Those in Vocational Ministry!
• Up to 12 Additional Hours from Advanced Standing
• Additional Hours for Those in Vocational Ministry!
34 Hours Through DTS Remaining
$23,800
Total Before Additional
Needs-Based Scholarships
Needs-Based Scholarships
*Does not include fees or tuition increases.
DEGREE TIMELINE
Attending DTS after Downline will fast-track future Christian leaders in their journey to complete their education and become better equipped empowered to serve the Kingdom.
Traditional Program with DTS
66 Credits Total | 6 Credits / Semester
DTS After Downline
34 Credits Total | 6 Credits / Semester
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