Notice to Prospective Students – Fall 2026 and Beyond
Memphis Theological Seminary will discontinue course offerings following the Spring 2026 academic term.
We have entered into a formal teach-out agreement with Southern Methodist University’s Perkins School of Theology to serve all currently enrolled MTS students and to ensure a smooth continuation of theological education.
Perkins offers a comparable ecumenical academic experience. Students who transfer to Perkins will continue in remote and online learning formats consistent with current MTS delivery models, with some opportunities for instruction through in-person, week-long intensives. Perkins is committed to offering these in-person intensive courses in Memphis, maintaining a Memphis presence, and enrolling new students in the Mid-South beginning in Fall 2026.
Prospective students who are interested in theological education in Memphis and the Mid-South are encouraged to explore Perkins School of Theology for admission moving forward.
Perkins School of Theology – Admissions Contact
Website: https://www.smu.edu/perkins/
Email: perkinsenrollment@smu.edu
Phone: 214-768-3411