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Memphis College of Urban and Theological Studies

Dean

Kenneth R. Lewis (2023). Dean for the Memphis College of Urban and Theological Studies and Professor of Pastoral Ministry. B.Th., Huntsville Bible College; B.S., Mississippi State University; M.Div. and Ph.D., Mid-America Baptist Theological Seminary. 

Faculty

Reginald Taylor (2021). Director for the Urban Theological Studies Program and Assistant Professor. A.S., Shelby State Community College; B.S., Crichton College; M.C.S., Union University; M.Div., Capital Seminary and Graduate School; Th.M., Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary; Ph.D., Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary.

Staff

Robert Brumsey (2026). Program Coordinator for the Memphis College of Urban and Theological Studies. B.A., Ouachita Baptist University; M.C.S., Union University; M.Div.; Mid-America Baptist Theological Seminary.

Mission Statement

The mission of the Memphis College of Urban and Theological Studies is to provide affordable, accessible, and accredited theological education and career-oriented degrees for those living and serving in an urban context in order to transform Memphis and the Mid-South for the kingdom of Christ.

Degrees Offered

  • Associate in General Studies (with concentrations in Entrepreneurial Leadership and Urban Theological Studies)
  • Bachelor in Entrepreneurial Leadership
  • Bachelor in Urban Theological Studies

Curriculum

MCUTS at Union University offers associate and bachelor programs for working adults or high school graduates who need a flexible class schedule (each class meets only one night a week) in a Christian environment that is supportive of students' future goals. MCUTS offers open access programs, which means that students qualify for admission if they have a GED or high school diploma.

Program Admission

All applicants must meet, or complete, the following requirements:

  1. High school transcript or equivalent (GED/Hiset) if less than 24 college transfer credits from an accredited institution.
  2. Union University MCUTS application

Financial Information

Tuition—Associates $412/hour
Tuition—Bachelors $412/hour
General Student Fee $240