Staff, faculty and students of United Theological Seminary are excited to have you join us for the Doctor of Ministry Open House on Wednesday, August 19, during the Fall 2026 Doctoral Intensive at the Marriott at the University of Dayton, 1414 S. Patterson Blvd., Dayton, Ohio 45409.

This is the perfect opportunity to gain firsthand experience of the Doctoral Intensive Week as you attend worship and a plenary session alongside current doctoral students, and visit focus group meetings led by Doctor of Ministry Faculty Mentors.

There is no fee to attend the Doctor of Ministry Open House; however you are responsible for your hotel accommodations at the Marriott at the University of Dayton on Tuesday evening. The cost is $116 plus tax for the room. Lunch on Wednesday is provided. Be sure to book your room no later than August 3, 2026. Mention United Theological Seminary for the reduced room rate. 

All are encouraged to attend the mid-week Praise and Worship service beginning at 6:45 p.m., on Wednesday evening in the Marriott Ballroom.

Here is a preview of the Open House schedule:

· 7:30 a.m. | Meet and Greet Outside the Marriott Ballroom

· 7:45 a.m. | Chapel in the Marriott Ballroom

· 8:55 a.m. | Plenary in the Marriott Ballroom

· 10:30 a.m. | Focus Group Meeting

· 12:00 p.m. | Lunch at the Marriott

· 1:30 p.m. | Attend a Module

· 2:30 p.m. | Question and Answer Session with Enrollment Team

If this date is not convenient for you, we will tailor an appointment just for you to visit United Theological Seminary. Contact the Admissions Office at 937.529.2302 or opeters@united.edu.

Thank you for your interest in United Theological Seminary. We look forward to meeting you in August!