Perkins School of Theology is pleased to offer a range of opportunities—both on-campus and virtual—for prospective students to engage with our community and explore the path toward theological education. Whether you attend an Inside Perkins event, a Lunch and Lecture, or schedule an Individual Visit to campus, or choose to participate in one of our many virtual offerings, each experience is designed to provide insight into life at Perkins. We invite you to review the event options below and register for those that align with your interests and availability as you discern your next steps.
February 21, 9:00 AM
Prospective student event held on campus. Come experience Perkins!
May 12, 12:00 PM
Prospective student webinar. Connect with staff about your Perkins application.
We understand that making decisions about where you will pursue your graduate theological degree can be difficult. Perkins School of Theology is here to help by hosting students for Individual Visits. Thank you for your cooperation. We hope you can experience the beauty of the ÃÛÌÒ½´Perkins campus by scheduling through the link below. We look forward to meeting you!
Whether you have specific questions that need answers or are still wondering if theological education is for you, we want to help by getting to know your journey and goals! Use the link below to connect with Emilie, our Senior Admissions Associate.
For more information about visiting ÃÛÌÒ½´Perkins, please contact visitperkins@mail.smu.edu.
"I visited seven seminaries...
and out of them all, Perkins had the most welcoming community. I felt like I was a welcomed student before I even applied. Through Perkins connections, I have been able to work as a classroom leader in a nonprofit after-school program. This experience invites me to connect my theological education with a ministry in West Dallas. I feel led to start a nontraditional church in my home conference, and my classes at Perkins provided a space of open discernment for what that could look like.”
—Kristina Roth (Master of Divinity, Class of 2020)