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Founded | 1882
Moved to present location in Washington, DC | 1958
Affiliation | The United Methodist Church
Student Body
Wesley is one of the most diverse seminaries in the world. Within the community of about 500 students, 60% are women, 43% are an ethnic minority, and more than 30 denominations are represented. Clubs and organizations on campus include Association of Black Seminarians,
In this video hear Wesley Theological Seminary student Grace Deitrick Johnson talk about the wide range of academic opportunities available at Wesley! The Fall 2026 master's deadline is July 15. To find out how to apply visit https://www.wesleyseminary.edu/apply/!
Apply today for Wesley Theological Seminary! Master's Degree applications to start this Fall 2026 are due by July 1.
See how current student, Leah Huggins, answered her call to ministry and how Wesley DC has helped her thrive!
For more information and apply, visit wesleyseminary.edu/apply
Reel ID: Student, Leah Huggins, MDiv, 2027 speaks in a room with art behind her. There is video Broll of: students touring a church, graduates leaving the Cathedral with their degrees, the Wesley community enjoying a community meal on campus, students and faculty receiving blessings, communion, and fellowship in Oxnam Chapel, a professor teaching in a class with thechnology in front of her, and the Korean Choir singing in the National UMC. Text and the end reads, "In person and online degrees for those that are exploring or growing their ministry! July 1 application deadline. www.wesleyseminary.edu, Wesley logo at the bottom.
06/15/2026
Explore your call to ministry this Fall at Wesley in DC. We offer Master's Degree programs that fit your schedule with a combination of in-person and online courses. Our team is here to help you with the application process. Apply online before July 15 to begin this Fall!
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Rev. Dr. David McAllister-Wilson has faithfully served Wesley Theological Seminary as its President of 24 years. To celebrate his retirement we are putting together a video tribute and we'd love to include you! If you'd like to share a favorite memory of President McAllister-Wilson or offer a word of thanks, click on the link below to upload your video message or any photos you may have! www.tribute.co/david-mcallister-wilson/.
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Did you know Jesus was a boundary breaker? This upcoming Fall Semester, register for Dr. Holmes' course, New Testament Exegesis on Mark, to learn why!
In this course, students will:
1. Identify the structure and central ideas of the Gospel of Mark in its context and what it says for our own contexts
2. Pay close attention to the biblical text, one another, and their communities, to strengthen their skills, confidence, and humility in the interpretation of Scripture
3. Understand the cultural context of the Gospel of Mark and increase interpretive attentiveness for their own contexts
4. Explore how the Gospel of Mark continues to be an aid for the church’s spiritual formation
Register today in your MyWesley portal!
Still need to apply? Visit wesleyseminary.edu/apply or email [email protected].
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06/04/2026
Want to march or ride on the float in the Capital Pride Parade? Wesley DC-area folks are welcome to join the United Methodist contingent at the parade on June 20! For more information and to register, visit the link in our bio.
Image ID: Photo of dozens of people waving pride and trans flags stand in the parade, holding a large banner reading, United Methodist Churches of the National Capital Area. Text on the graphic reads, Join us in the capital pride parade! June 20, Washington, DC. Sharing God's Love For All. The Inclusive Pride flag waves in the top left corner.
Although John Wesley spent time in Georgia as a missionary, he was not a strong proponent of overseas missions. As a result, the Methodist movement outside of England was initiated and established by lay women and men who sought to spread the gospel to places across the globe. In this video Dr. Philip Wingeier-Rayo discusses Robert and Elizabeth Strawbridge as one example of Methodist lay missionaries who made a significant impact. Dr. Wingeier-Rayo's new book John Wesley and the Origins of Methodist Missions is available now at https://www.abingdonpress.com/product/9781791035167/.
05/29/2026
Wesley Theological Seminary has received a grant through the Science Engagement for Congregational Flourishing Initiative of the American Association for the Advancement of Science’s Dialogue on Science, Ethics, and Religions (DoSER) program to support, “The Brain on Social Media,” a project exploring the intersections of brain science, social media, congregational life, and theological education. Led by faculty members Dr. Michael Koppel and Dr. Hyemin Na, the initiative brings together scientists, congregational leaders, and theological educators to engage both the possibilities and challenges of social media for people of faith, while equipping future ministry leaders to respond thoughtfully to its growing influence. Read the full press release here https://www.wesleyseminary.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/PRESS-RELEASE-WTS-AAAS-Grant.pdf.
Wesley DC's Doctor of Ministry program just concluded the intensive course, Arts & Contemplation, taught by Dr. Deryl Davis about the Mystics. In this class, students engaged with the rich heritage of Christian contemplative tradition through the writings and artworks of Julian of Norwich, Hildegard of Bingen, St. John of the Cross, Brother Lawrence, and T.S. Eliot. Students visited the DC Franciscan Monastery, shared contemplative practices with each other, and read endless amounts of poetry!
For more information about our DMin program and current tracks, visit wesleyseminary.edu/academics/doctor-of-ministry
05/26/2026
Last week was our Doctor of Ministry (DMin) summer intensive week. Students came to campus from all across the globe for two weeks of learning, relationship building, and worship. Check out some photos from the classes! To find out more about Wesley Theological Seminary's DMin program visit https://www.wesleyseminary.edu/academics/doctor-of-ministry/.
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