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@psstein , thanks for the info.

Thanks @psstein, any other schools you would recommend to look at?

Hi Everyone! I am currently in an MTS/ThM program with a concentration in church history, and as I continue, I have been drawn to broader American religious history looking at the intersection of politics and culture. I have found post-1865/20th Century American religious history most intriguing. In looking at the next step, I am confident a Ph.D. is where that next step will be. I have looked into both religious studies and history departments, as from my research this intersection has a foot in both camps. The list right now is Norte Dame, Baylor, Virginia, UChicago, Emory, Yale. All have different pros and cons. Norte Dame seems top-notch not only because of the caliber, overall fit, program, and location for my family. While Baylor's program with Thomas Kidd & Barry G. Hankins seems like the closest to my interest, but I am personally worried about Baylor's marketability in jobs after the Ph.D. I would be looking to apply for Fall 2021, as I will be graduating Spring/Summer 2020. Thus, I wanted to reach out to this form to see if there any programs/advisors you all would recommend looking into and any other advice that you would feel like sharing. If you would like clarification on anything feel free to ask or PM me Thanks!

Ah, thank you again @xypathos - it is much appreciated! It is all a lot to think about and gives me a great deal of anxiety as I am a person that always, wants to make the best choice. Luckily, I still have some time. Thanks again

Thanks, @xypathos for your response and advice. I enjoy looking at political development in protestant evangelical theology, or more broadly, how the ethics and morals, practically speaking, has changed throughout history in this group. I wouldn't say there is one writer that has caught my eye in a way that has stood out. Can you share more about you mean that these programs are worlds apart? I know the fundamental difference between a US and UK program (course work/no or little course work, timetable, distance/residential). But I am interested, for instance, in how will one look at Aberdeen on a CV than Emory? What would be some pros and cons of each? As well, anything else you can think of would be appreciated.

Hey everyone! I have spent a few days reading through different posts. I have seen this topic touched on but not directly spoken about anywhere. A bit about me, although if you need any more info to answer the question better, you are free to ask! I am currently in an MA of Theological Studies program (with concentrations in both moral theology and church history) which I might extend into an MTh in moral theology as I have enjoyed studying with the professor that oversees that area and it wouldn't hurt to do before a Ph.D. Anywho, I am looking at a Ph.D. in ethics in both the US and UK. I am at the beginning of realistically looking at schools, so I am open to any advice. I find Aberdeen in the UK and Emory in the US. But I would be interested if there are any other schools that anyone would recommend to look at for ethics. Thanks!