Future Students
Join a welcoming and vibrant community dedicated to equipping students for ministry, scholarship, and leadership. McMaster Divinity College is an evangelical seminary and graduate school in Hamilton, Ontario, where flexible study options, dedicated faculty, and a Christ-centered approach provide the theological education you need to make a meaningful impact.
Start your journey
Find The Best Program For You
Learn more about becoming a student at McMaster Divinity College. Explore our degree programs, where each program page sets out its own funding and tuition fees, discover flexible study options that let you keep serving in ministry, and get to know our faculty.
Our Faculty
Stanley E. Porter
President and Dean, Professor of New Testament, Roy A. Hope Chair in Christian Worldview, Editor-in-Chief of MDC Press
Mark J. Boda
Professor of Old Testament, Margaret and Stanley Ford Chair of Old Testament
Cynthia Long Westfall
Associate Professor of New Testament
Take the Next Step
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Book an appointment
If you would like to speak directly with an Admissions Counsellor we would be glad to book an appointment at a time that works for you. You can choose to book an in-person appointment, a Zoom call, or a phone call. Quick question? Give us a phone call, drop us a text, or send us an email!
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Attend an online info session
Can’t make it to campus? No problem! Join one of our program-specific online information sessions to connect with us from wherever you are. These one-hour sessions are designed to give you the chance to ask questions and receive detailed information about the program that interests you. Be sure to register in advance so we can send you the meeting link and welcome you to the session!
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Visit us in-person
Prefer to experience our community firsthand? Book an in-person visit to our campus in Hamilton, Ontario, about an hour from Toronto, to tour McMaster Divinity College, connect with our Admissions team, and get a feel for student life before you apply.
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Download an on-demand lecture
Register now for access to our on-demand lectures. This is an opportunity to watch online lectures from our faculty, on your own schedule. Fill out the registration form for the lecture(s) you would like to view and we will send you a link to access the lectures. Check back often for new content!
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What is McMaster Divinity College, and where is it located?
McMaster Divinity College is an evangelical Christian seminary and graduate school in Hamilton, Ontario, about an hour from Toronto. We are located directly adjacent to McMaster University and are independently chartered, developing leaders for the Church, academy, and society through graduate-level theological education. You can also read our full statement of faith.
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Can I complete a seminary degree remotely?
With the exception of the PhD, which is a residential program, all of our seminary degree programs can be completed through a variety of remote study options, so you can keep serving in ministry while you study. Connect with our Admissions team to confirm the study options available for the program you are considering.
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How do I apply, and what funding is available?
Start by exploring our programs, where each program lists its own funding options. Then connect with our Admissions team to discuss your individual situation and next steps. Most students from Ontario, and those affiliated with a CBOQ (Canadian Baptists of Ontario and Quebec) church, qualify for increased levels of funding.
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Is McMaster Divinity College accredited?
Yes. All of our seminary degree programs are accredited by the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools (ATS), where McMaster Divinity College has been a full member since 1954. We are also the official ministerial training school of the Canadian Baptists of Ontario and Quebec (CBOQ). Read more about our accreditation and affiliations.
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New Student Orientation
Thursday, September 10, 2026
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Thursday, February 25, 2027
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A Mind for the Truth, a Heart for the World: Exploring the Life and Theology of John Stott
Wednesday, March 24, 2027
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Access Future Student Resources
Find the forms and resources you need to prepare your application in one place, from reference forms to course schedules and support for international students.