Miller Summer Youth Institute
The seminary sponsors the Miller Summer Youth Institute (SYI), which provides young people a Christian community where they can be challenged to grow in faith, engage in academic theological study, explore ministry as a vocation, and learn about Pittsburgh Theological Seminary. All SYI participants receive full scholarships that cover room, board, and tuition.
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