Drew University Theological School

Drew University Theological School, located in Madison, New Jersey, operates as a graduate theological institution affiliated with the United Methodist Church, founded in 1867 to provide education for Methodist Episcopal Church ministers. The school maintains accreditation from the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools since 1938. It emphasizes justice, innovation, and social theology within a Methodist framework, serving students interested in progressive seminary education in New Jersey.

The Theological School offers graduate programs including the Master of Divinity with a focus on global ministries, as well as other master's and doctoral degrees. The curriculum incorporates arts fusion in theology, eco-justice initiatives, activist methodologies, and Wesleyan innovations, designed to prepare students for roles in ministry, academia, and social advocacy. Coursework promotes interdisciplinary approaches and practical application to address contemporary ecological and social concerns.

Student activities at Drew include eco-justice projects, activism workshops, and international research opportunities that support personal and professional development. The campus environment fosters a community oriented toward transformative visions and equity in theological education. Graduates are equipped for socially conscious vocations in churches, communities, and related fields, drawing from the school's commitment to progressive and innovative training.