Graduate seminary and psychology school training pastors, therapists, and leaders at the intersection of theology, psychology, and culture.
The Seattle School offers two primary Master of Arts graduate programs: Theology & Culture (2-year, low-residency) and Counseling Psychology (3-year, full-time). The MA in Theology & Culture includes specializations in The Arts, Chaplaincy, Community Development, and Ministry. The MA in Counseling Psychology features concentrations in Narrative Focused Trauma Care and British Object Relations, grounded in psychodynamic, existential, attachment, and object relations theory. The school also offers non-credit certificates (Living Theology, Scripture & Society) and workshops through the Allender Center focused on trauma and abuse healing.
The Seattle School describes itself as an interdisciplinary, multi-denominational community informed by incarnational theology and relational hermeneutics. Its core mission centers on training practitioners—artists, pastors, therapists, counselors, and change-makers—to work at the intersection of text, soul, and culture. The school emphasizes formation, integration of theology and psychology, and sustainability in service to God and neighbor through transforming relationships.
The school is located at 1130 Rainier Avenue South in Seattle's Belltown neighborhood, occupying a historic red brick building with roots as a fish canning facility and luggage factory. The campus moved to this location in 2007. The school maintains several centers and initiatives including the Allender Center (focused on trauma healing), the Center for Transforming Engagement, Christ & Cascadia, and publishes The Other Journal, a digital publication reflecting the school's commitment to prophetic leadership and kingdom imagination.
The Seattle School accepts applications on a rolling basis for Fall 2026 and beyond. The admissions process is described as thoughtful, relational, and accessible. The school is committed to non-discrimination based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual identity, sexual orientation, military status, or denomination. Accommodations for applicants with disabilities are available through the Manager of Accessibility & Vocational Programs.