Honorary Doctor of Divinity Program

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Honorary Doctor of Divinity (DD) Degree

Trinity International Theological Seminary invites applications for an Honorary Doctorate degree in Divinity (DD). Trinity International Theological Seminary is pleased to offer a well deserving individual or individuals the opportunity to achieve their Honorary Doctorate from our institution. The Honorary Doctorate is a long-standing tradition in collegiate realms. It serves to bestow the title and recognition of Doctor, to those who have dedicated themselves to public service or service to the ministry.

Doctor of Divinity Degree Details

Do you feel your ministry calling you to the next step? The Doctor of Divinity issued by the Trinity International Theological Seminary is an honorary degree that grants the recipient the title "Doctor of Divinity."

This honorary divinity degree is a direct reflection of a commitment to greater knowledge of the divine. Obtaining the Doctor of Divinity title designates the bearer as someone who has fully committed themselves to the study of divinity and all of its mysteries.

Note: the Doctorate of Divinity is an honorary title only, it is not accredited.

Honorary Doctor of Divinity is the honorary degree that will be conferred: This honorary degree is conferred upon an individual who has dedicated their life to the preaching and teaching of the Word of God.

Submit a resume’ of your accomplishments (including degrees earned, years in public service, years in the ministry, awards and recognition’s) by e-mail to info@titseminary.org or mail to Trinity International Theological Seminary, P. O. Box 1591, Owings Mills, MD 21117,  USA for review.

Applicants will have to fill out and send the Registration form and a minimum donation of $400. Your donation will be refunded in full if your application is not successful.

I. Criteria and guidelines

Title of honorary degree available for conferral:  Doctor of Divinity (DD) – This ecclesiastical degree is not intended to compete with a traditional academic or professional doctorate.

II. Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be at least 30 years old.
• Must have a minimum of High School Diploma or GED
• Send copies of all degrees, credentials, licenses, or other documentation.
• Send a recent photo of nominee.
• One-page statement briefly describing the individual’s accomplishments, including contributions to ministry, society, culture, scholarship, science, or art; and include a brief biography of the person and why you believe you should be awarded an Honorary Degree.
• Provide two (2) personal or professional references

III. Review, Selection and Notification

All paperwork for honorary degree nominees will be screened and recommended with supporting rationale, to the Office of the Registrar.
Your minimum donation of $400 United States Dollar must accompany your registration form made payable to Trinity International Theological Seminary. Payment can also be made on our website - http://www.titseminary.org/Tuition. Use any of the “Buy Now” buttons.

Honorary Doctor of Divinity Degree

Get the prestige and credibility when representing yourself as a man of God.

Unfortunately, when you minister to people without a degree behind your name, people don’t take you seriously. For this reason, we are offering honorary degree credentials to deserving Christians with deep biblical knowledge. The prestige of being honored with this degree gives you credibility, it is not issued for employment purposes - it is honorary. An Honorary degree is not an earned degree, you did not earn it by completing the required hours and courses required for an earned degree. It is an honor being bestowed on you because we believe you have deep knowledge of the bible.

What is an honorary degree?

An honorary degree is an award that recognizes an individual's contributions to society, specific schools and the world at large. People who earn honorary degrees are typically those who make profound impacts on ministry, health care, economics, entertainment, politics, business, medicine and science. Most commonly, presidents, world leaders, celebrities, scientists and lawyers receive honorary degrees in recognition of any impactful work they contribute to the world.

An honorary degree is an academic award that accomplished professionals can earn without pursuing an education at a college or university. Colleges and universities often give honorary degrees to people who make a significant impact on a specific school and the world, either through a lifetime of service, commitment to improving the world or achievement in a certain field or industry.

What can you do with an honorary degree?

• Having formal recognition as a person with a high honor.
• Using the title "doctor" after stating your name.
• Including on your resume under an "achievements and awards" section.

How do you qualify for an honorary doctorate of divinity?

The Honorary Doctorate Degree is conferred upon distinguished Pastors, Evangelists, Ministers, and other Christian Leaders or Public Servants who have made significant contributions in their respective fields or for the extension of God's Kingdom.

Why do schools give out honorary degrees?

Colleges and universities may give out honorary degrees for a number of reasons, including:

• Gratitude: If a school alumnus or general donor has donated a significant amount of money to the school, the school may, in return, bestow upon them an honorary degree to thank them for their contributions.
• Recognition: If a school notices that someone has made a beneficial impact on the school or the surrounding community, they may choose to recognize them with an honorary degree.
• School pride: If an alum from a college or university completes significant accomplishments after graduating from their school, the school may choose to honor them with an honorary degree.

Different schools determine how individuals may qualify to receive an honorary degree. There aren't specific qualifications that individuals can meet to ensure they can earn one. Schools identify people who, in their own opinion, have made significant impacts on society and deserve an honorary degree and use these opinions to select deserving individuals.

Schools have their own selection process that they adhere to when choosing who to give honorary degrees to and they may have rules regarding who may receive one.