The St Sergius Orthodox Theological Institute in Paris is accepting applications for the 2026–2027 academic year, both from new students and from former students who wish to continue or resume their studies.
How to apply
- academic registration has been open since 22 June 2026: fill in the online form on the Institute’s website;
- before applying, read the 2026–2027 academic handbook and the “Formations” section describing the programmes;
- administrative registration, including payment of fees, has been open since 24 August 2026;
- do not use the Institute’s online shop to register for a course or programme;
- once the form is received, the secretariat will contact each applicant about the next steps.
Programmes
The Institute offers academic distance learning, correspondence courses, “Foundations of Orthodoxy”, theological and pastoral training, training for catechists, the “Orthodoxy and communication” programme, and four in-depth pathways: the Bible and interpretation of Scripture, patristic tradition and Christian thought, Church history, and the life of the Church (liturgy, spirituality and pastoral care). A correspondence programme in Russian is also available.
For the Institute’s hundred-year history, see our article “The Saint-Serge compound”.
Sources: the Archdiocese’s announcement, the Institute’s website.