Brite Divinity School

Brite Divinity School prepares leaders for congregational leadership and non-congregational settings of ministry. Its programmes support work with churches, communities and underserved populations, while encouraging students to engage major social issues through critical scholarship and commitments to justice. The school also offers lay and continuing education programmes designed to increase readiness for ministry.

Academic study combines excellent scholarship, pastoral training, spiritual development and life-giving practices. Degree options include the Master of Arts in Theology and Ministry, Master of Divinity, Master of Theological Studies and Master of Theology. The Master of Theology programme is currently under review and is not accepting applications. Brite also lists field education and supervised ministry among its academic programmes, alongside denominational programmes.

The school operates on the Texas Christian University campus in Fort Worth, Texas. Brite and TCU are independent institutions with a shared historical relationship, heritage, affiliation, traditions and values connected to the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). They operate under a shared services agreement that provides administrative, operational and maintenance support. Student life includes weekly opportunities for worship, spiritual growth and collaborative learning. The Department of Student Success supports student groups, campus-resource navigation, academic needs and personal and professional growth. Brite has a full-time residential faculty and a 10:1 student-teacher ratio, allowing students to work closely with faculty. International students should note the school’s residential setting and its emphasis on ministry preparation, spiritual formation and community participation.