There is no required program of studies
for persons planning to enter one of the ministries of the Church.
Undergraduate pre-seminary work at Millsaps should include significant
work in the study of religion and philosophy and in the social and
behavioral sciences. No one major is best. Students considering
a ministerial career should consult with the chair of the department
of Religious Studies or the college chaplain as early as possible.
Given the special challenges of the practice of ministry, students
should plan to undertake professional education in a theological
seminary. The best preparation for such professional education is
an undergraduate education with breadth in the liberal arts. Pre-ministerial
students may also want to consider the Concentration in Christian
Education (listed under Interdisciplinary Programs).
