A pastoral degree program where students can earn a B.A. and M.Div. in SIX years.
This program saves both time and money.
Earn a BA from Northwestern College
Earn an MDIV from WTS
6
Years to Finish
In Residence
Who is aN IDEAL CANDIDATE?
Students who embody the following traits:
Called to ministry.
Desire to develop the skills to engage in the contemporary economic, political and cultural realities in light of the gospel.
Committed to a Master of Divinity Degree and want to complete their education quickly and at a lower cost.
WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE AN ACCELERATED PROGRAM Student?
Course of Study
Program participants will acquire a B.A. in Biblical and Theological Studies at Northwestern College, taking introductory and upper-level courses in biblical studies, church history and theology.
Participants will receive their M.Div. from Western Theological Seminary, taking courses in biblical studies, church history, theology and ministry.
Ministry Internships
For their required church internships, students will work with the internship coordinator at Western Theological Seminary to find church placements for two part-time year-long internships or one part-time year-long internship and full-time summer internship during seminary.
Have Questions?
APPLICATION PROCESS
High School Students interested in the accelerated program will begin by applying to NWC.
Once accepted to Northwestern, students will receive information about applying to the Accelerated BA/MDiv program through WTS.
Northwestern Students can apply to join the program anytime in their first three years of their BA program.
