Find time to read, reflect, research, or just relax with Study Leave for Ministry Professionals.
Over the span of five to seven days, participants immerse themselves in learning and renewal through self-directed study, worship, and prayer on the campus of Duke University.
Designed for Christian institutional leaders, pastors, program staff, or laity, this flexible program can cost as little as $150. You select the topic. We provide the resources you need for your week to be as relaxing or as productive as possible.
About the Program
Planning Your Week
Your goals and interests determine your schedule for the week. Some candidates for Study Leave are those who have a clear idea of the topic they wish to explore and who will plan their time to include many aspects of the campus experience. Others prefer a more relaxed and less planned experience.
What's Included
Your Study Leave experience includes the following amenities and resources:
- Duke Divinity School Community Activities
We invite you to participate in lectures, community worship, and other events taking place within the Divinity School or Duke University. - Continuing Education Units
Each hour spent studying, worshipping, or researching is worth 0.1 Continuing Education Units (CEU). For a minimum award of 2.0 CEUs, twenty hours of study are expected during the week. - Accommodations
Four nights lodging at the Homewood Suites are included in the program costs. Additional nights are available, should you wish to extend your stay. - Meals
A complimentary breakfast is provided each morning at the hotel, as well as a light dinner Monday through Wednesday. Participants also receive a $75 Duke dining gift card to purchase meals on campus. - Library Access
Participants have general access to the Duke Divinity School library. - Parking
A complementary parking pass to park in the Blue Zone lot on campus will be included is offered to all participants.
Cost
Tuition costs cover a five-day experience, with additional early arrival and late departure options available. Accommodations are included in your registration. Please contact us if you will not need a hotel room during your stay.
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Full Tuition |
Program Cost |
Optional Early Arrival/Late Departure |
|
$750 |
$113.50/day |
Because of the generosity of The Duke Endowment and the Parish Ministry Fund, certain individuals are eligible to receive a scholarship to offset the cost of Study Leave at the following rates. Because scholarships are limited, we encourage you to register early.
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Scholarship Tuition |
Program Cost |
Optional Early Arrival/Late Departure |
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$150 |
$113.50/day |
Scholarship Tuition is available for:
- Appointed clergy (elder, deacon, or licensed local pastor) serving rural churches in North Carolina eligible for grants from The Duke Endowment: Am I eligible?
- Appointed clergy (elder, deacon, or licensed local pastor) in the Western North Carolina Conference of the United Methodist Church (courtesy of the Parish Ministry Fund).
Registration
Click the links below to register. Please note that all Study Leave participants are welcome to attend more than once per year.
You may change your session registration within the same academic year with sufficient notice and payment of a $50 change fee.
If you need to cancel from a session, we do accept cancellations and will work with you regarding your specific needs. Please understand, however, that $150 is not refundable.
| Fall 2021 Program Dates | |
| September 27-October 1, 2021 | August 18, 2021 |
| October 25-29, 2021 | September 15, 2021 |
| November 8-12, 2021 | September 29, 2021 |
| Spring 2022 Program Dates | |
| January 24-28, 2022 | December 27, 2021 |
| February 7-11, 2022 | January 10, 2022 |
| March 14-18, 2022 | January 28, 2022 |
| March 28-April 1, 2022 | February 11, 2022 |