Throughout its history, St. Vladimir’s Orthodox Theological Seminary has served, and continues to serve, as a training ground for Orthodox men and women, preparing them to serve the Church in its many ministries. The Church needs bishops, priests, and deacons, as well as scholars, teachers, catechists, choir directors, and educated leaders of many kinds. If you feel called to ministry in the Church, are interested in broadening your understanding and experience of the Orthodox Christian Faith, and are curious about what seminary life is like, then please join us on campus at the St. Vladimir’s Seminary Fall Open House on October 12–13, 2025.

At this Open House, prospective seminarians are invited to experience “life at St. Vladimir’s” in its many facets. Worship with the seminary community in the chapel, attend classes, and speak with seminarians and professors about the spiritual, academic, and residential life at the Seminary. Come and see if St. Vladimir’s Seminary is the place for you!

Transportation: Open House attendees will be responsible for their transportation to and from the seminary. 

Arrival & Meals: Attendees are welcome to arrive as early as Saturday, October 11 and to stay through Tuesday, October 14. Meals during the official Open House, October 12-13, will be provided free of charge. If your stay extends beyond these dates in either direction, meals will be available for purchase.

Housing: Pending available space, attendees may request to be housed on-campus on a first-come, first-served basis for free, at the invitation of St. Vladimir’s Seminary. Alternatively, rooms may be booked at the Hampton Inn & Suites Yonkers-Westchester; a block rate is available until September 18, 2025.

Registration Deadline: The registration deadline is Tuesday, October 7, 2025.

Register Here

2025 Fall Open House Schedule

Sunday, October 12

9:00 a.m. — Divine Liturgy at Three Hierarchs Chapel

10:30 a.m. — Coffee hour & fellowship in the Chapel Basement

11:30 a.m. — Lunch provided in Germack Refectory

1:30 p.m. — Group Discussion with the Director of Admissions in Gerich Board Room (Rangos Building) 

• Why Seminary?
• Degree Programs
• Tuition & Financial Aid
• Housing
• Admissions Process
• Discussion

3:00 p.m. — Tour of Campus

3:30 p.m. — Q&A with Current Seminarians in Germack Common Room

5:00 p.m. — Dinner in Germack Refectory

Evening — Informal Activities (TBD): socialize, explore the area, rest!

Monday, October 13 - A Day at Seminary

7:30 a.m. — Daily Matins at Three Hierarchs Chapel

8:15 a.m. — Breakfast in Germack Refectory

9:00 a.m. — Welcome from Dean & Faculty Roundtable in the Gerich Boardroom (Rangos Building)

10:45 a.m. — Meet with Fr Michael Nasser, Director of Spiritual Formation in the Gerich Boardroom (Rangos Building)

12:15 p.m. — Lunch in Germack Refectory

1:00 p.m. — Attend Choir Rehearsal (optional)

2:00 p.m. — Attend classes or schedule individual meetings

5:00 p.m. — Daily Vespers at Three Hierarchs Chapel

5:45 p.m. — Dinner with Admissions Director & fellow prospective students (Germack)

*This is the official end of the Open House; if you would like to stay through Tuesday, October 14, you are more than welcome—please let us know, especially if you would like to attend one of the classes, schedule a meeting with the Director of Admissions, and/or have lunch in the refectory on Tuesday.

Tuesday, October 14 (Optional)

7:30 a.m. - Daily Matins

8:15 a.m - Breakfast in the refectory

9:15 a.m. - Attend class OR individual meetings

12:15 p.m. - Lunch in the refectory