About Brite

Located on the Texas Christian University Campus in Fort Worth, Texas, Brite Divinity School prepares leaders by focusing on excellent scholarship, pastoral training, and spiritual development through ministerial and academic programs.

Board of Trustees

In 1914, Texas Christian University and leaders of the Disciples of Christ in Texas established Brite as a separate corporation, with its own board of trustees, to provide education for the leadership of the churches.

Mission, Vision and Core Values

Brite Divinity School educates and inspires people to serve God’s diverse world as leaders in churches, the academy, and public life.

Safety

Nondiscrimination Statement

Brite Divinity School is committed to providing a positive learning and working environment free from discrimination and harassment.

Inclusive Language and Inclusion Statement

Brite Divinity School is committed to providing a positive learning and working environment free from discrimination and harassment.

Sara & State Authorization

Statement on Educational Effectiveness

Brite Divinity School is committed to providing the highest quality graduate theological education. Brite utilizes a variety of tools to assess the effectiveness of its educational programs, including evaluating the degree to which students meet expected learning outcomes for their respective programs, student satisfaction, graduation rates, and placement rates.

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History and Relationships

Located on the Texas Christian University Campus in Fort Worth, Texas, Brite Divinity School prepares leaders by focusing on excellent scholarship, pastoral training, and spiritual development through ministerial and academic programs.

Relationship with TCU

Located on the Texas Christian University Campus in Fort Worth, Texas, Brite Divinity School prepares leaders by focusing on excellent scholarship, pastoral training, and spiritual development through ministerial and academic programs.

News

News and current events at Brite Divinity School

Fall 2023 Convocation Looked to Future

Brite Launches Center for Theology and Justice

Famous Rabbi Delivered Stalcup Lecture on Christian Unity

Statement on Israel Attacks

Brite Divinity School Adopts Bold New Strategic Plan

Rev. Dr. Stephen Cady named president of Brite Divinity School

Updates from February 2024 Board of Trustees Meeting

The Rev. Stephen Cady, Ph.D. inducted into the Martin Luther King Jr. Collegium of Scholars at Morehouse College

Rev. Dr. Erin Edwards named Director of Ecclesial Innovation

Spring Celebration Awards

Spring 2024 Graduates

Brittany Brooks named Vice President for Business and Finance

Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs Named

Students participate in Scripture and Civil Rights Travel Seminar

A Lenten Word about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Commencement Commitment

Resolution in Support of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility

President's Report- Fiscal Year 2024

New Academic Dean and Executive Vice President

New Director of Soul Repair Center Announced

Chaplaincy Studies Expansion

Dr. Oluwatomisin Olayinka Oredein to become new Assistant Dean for Strategic Initiatives and Theological Imagination

Brite Divinity School to Launch New Student Initiative Thanks to $1M Grant from Lilly Endowment Inc.

Brite granted $1M to launch the New Brite Path Initiative, which brings an innovative approach to the student experience, from admission to graduation and beyond

Sarah Hurwitz Calls Jews to Know Their History at 28th Annual Gates of Chai Lectureship

Brite Divinity School hosts conversation on the history of Jewish traditions, October 7, antisemitism, and more

Student Spotlight: Michelle Beech

Brite M.Div. Student Named a 2025-26 Global Theological Fellow; Fellowship introduces students of global ministry, empowering them to serve both in ministry and broader leadership roles.

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Tuition Exchange

Academic

Academics Landing Page

Guidelines for Term Papers

Course Policies

Electronics and Computer Information Policies

Transcripts

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act

Grading Policies

Advising and Registration Policies

General Academic Information Policies

Innovation and Spiritual Entrepreneurship Class

Degrees

Certificate Programs

First masters students who wish to concentrate their studies in a particular area may pursue a certificate in Biblical Studies; Black Church Studies; History, Theology, and Ethics; Jewish-Christian Relations, Military Chaplaincy; Pastoral Care; Gender and Sexual Justice; and Latinx Church Studies, and Introduction to Theological Foundations.

Collaborative Degrees

As part of the Collaborative Degree Program, Brite Divinity School and Texas Christian University allow qualified students pursuing a Master of Divinity, Master of Arts in Theology and Ministry or a Master of Theological Studies the opportunity to concurrently pursue a Master of Social Work or a Master of Business Administration.

Brite Divinity School - Neeley School of Business Collaborative Degrees

Brite Divinity School - TCU Harris College of Nursing and Health Sciences Collaborative Degrees

Doctor of Ministry

Doctor of Philosophy

Master of Arts in Theology and Ministry

Master of Divinity

The Master of Divinity is an 81-hour degree designed to educate informed leaders who are prepared to engage in effective, critically imaginative ministry in a variety of contemporary contexts.

Master of Theological Studies

Master of Theology

The Master of Theology degree is an advanced masters degree program at Brite Divinity School. The 24-hour program leading to this degree is designed to provide students with a more complete mastery of a particular area of theological study than is normally provided at the M.Div. level.

Degrees Overview

Brite Divinity School Degrees

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Certificate in Theological Foundations

A certificate in Theological Foundations is ideal for anyone curious about theological education and potential student looking to prepare for seminary school.

Academic Programs

Denominational Programs

The student body, faculty, and staff at Brite Divinity School are interracial, international, and ecumenical Faculty and students are engaged in local, state and national ecumenical organizations and programs.

Field Education and Supervised Ministry

Theological Reflection Group Leaders

Dean's Page

Dean's List

Each fall and spring semester, M.Div., M.T.S., and M.A.T.M. students who achieve a grade point average of 3.80 or above in a given semester on a minimum of nine completed (graded) credit hours are honore

Faculty Books

Faculty and Staff

Faculty

Emeriti and Affiliate Faculty

Faculty Searches

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Academic Calendar

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Handbooks

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Student Code of Conduct

Student Rights and Responsibilities

Academic Conduct and Plagiarism Policy

Student Open Door and Grievance Policy

Library Conduct Policy

Procedures in Response to Violations of Student Code of Conduct

Schedule of Classes

Brite Divinity - Schedule of Classes

Manuals

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Graduating Students

Admissions

The Office of Admissions at Brite Divinity School welcomes you to explore and discern joining a community engaged in transforming scholarship, justice, and practice.

Applications

Complete the online application to your degree program of interest

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Applicants without a Completed Undergraduate Degree

Transfers

Scholarships, Grants and Awards

Due to the generosity of donors, Brite is available to offer generous tuition grants, merit scholarships and need-based financial aid.

Graduate Assistantships

Student Worker Policy

International Students

Incoming Students Fall 2025

Incoming Students Fall 2026

Non-Degree Applicants

Tuition and Fees

Student-Initiated Withdrawal from Courses and Refund Policy