Message from the Dean
Welcome to the University of Chicago Divinity School, a space and a community dedicated to some of the most important, most exhilarating, and most humbling questions of humanity.
Leadership & Administration
DAVID NIRENBERG
Dean of the Divinity School; Deborah R. and Edgar D. Jannotta Distinguished Service Professor
ANITA LUMPKIN
Dean of Students and Associate Dean for Diversity and Inclusion
OUR SURROUNDINGS
Our home, Swift Hall, is at the heart of a beautiful, green campus in a world-class city.
A gorgeous space for performance, ceremonial and worship events, including Tuesday's noon "Open Space" reflection.
An exceptional residential scholarship program cultivating the arts of ministry and scholarship.
The Divinity School's student-run coffeeshop, famous for its excellent baristas and religion-themed wall art.
Divinity School PhDs
View more information about our current PhD students or advanced students who are available for employment.
SIGHTINGS
Sightings reports and comments twice a week on the role of religion in current events.
VIEW SIGHTINGS
Sightings displays the kaleidoscope of religious activity: a reflection of how religious currents are shaping and being shaped in the world.
HISTORY & MISSION
The first president of The University of Chicago, William Rainey Harper, believed that a great research university should include the study of religion, preparing students for careers in research, teaching, and leadership.
Accreditation
The University of Chicago is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. The Divinity School is accredited by the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools in the United States and Canada, and the following degree programs are approved: AMRS, MDiv, MA, PhD. Read more.