School of Theology and Seminary

Virgil Michel Scholars

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Dom. Virgil Michel, OSB

Investing in Scholars

Inspired by the legacy of Dom. Virgil Michel (1890-1938), monk of Saint John’s Abbey and Saint John’s faculty member, the School of Theology and Seminary invites applicants for a selective scholarship process for full-time and residential students to pursue the Master of Theological Studies program with a full-tuition scholarship and on-campus housing support. The scholarship honors students with strong aptitude for doctoral studies and celebrates the dynamic connection between rigorous theological study and ecclesial life.

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Application Deadlines

Secure your spot early

Priority: January 15

Offer: February 1

Applications are rolling until spots are filled after February 1.

Additional Benefits:

Virgil Michel Scholars will participate in a zero or one-credit directed readings with an SOT/Sem faculty both years.
They will receive coaching for doctoral applications and study with SOT/Sem faculty

They are eligible for priority funding for travel/conference related expense

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