ThM Degree at Covenant Seminary

Andrew Allis has extensive experience in trucking sales and management, most recently at YRC Worldwide’s office in Cheshire, CT. A former Connecticut resident now living in North Dakota, Andrew Allis earned a master’s degree in theology from Covenant Theological Seminary after serving as an pastor in Old Saybrook, CT.

Established in 1965, Covenant is affiliated with the Presbyterian Church in America. To attract students, the school gives out $1.8 million in scholarships to future counselors, pastors, and other leaders. Courses are presented in a residential program, virtually, and in week-long, in-person classes.

Students in the master of theology (ThM) program must first earn the 3- to 4-year master of divinity degree, an in-depth blend of academics, mentoring, and community work. Once they enter the 1-year ThM program, they can choose from two tracks: exegetical theology (Bible interpretation) or Biblical and pastoral theology.

Coursework for exegetical theology includes advanced interpretation, seminars on the Old and New Testaments, and several electives. The curriculum also includes thesis that develops research and writing skills and could provide a stepping-stone into doctoral studies. In Biblical and pastoral theology, the focus is on practical theology, and a contextualized writing project caps the degree.