Visiting Students

Visiting Students

The Visiting Student program affords a one-time opportunity for nondegree students to do coursework at Harvard Divinity School. For more information, introduce yourself.

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Overview

Visiting Students (formerly Special Students) may enroll for a maximum of eight half courses for credit within a period of two years. International students accepted under this status must enroll for a minimum of three half courses for credit each term.

Students receive full credit for work completed in this program and may transfer these credits elsewhere, or in some cases may petition to have some or all of the work count toward completion of one of the degree programs of the Divinity School.

How to Apply

The application requirements for Visiting Student applicants are the same as those for the Master of Divinity and Master of Theological Studies programs with the exception of the writing sample. Learn more about the application process as a Visiting Student.

Tuition & Fees

Visiting Students pay full regular tuition and are not eligible for HDS institutional grant support or federal aid. 

 

Please note: Admission as a Visiting Student is not an indicator of future admission to other degree programs at Harvard Divinity School. For further information regarding the program, contact HDS Admissions at admissions@hds.harvard.edu.