David Komline
Assistant Professor of Church History
What Makes Western Distinctive?
Commitment to Academic Excellence
Learn with our world-class faculty who combine a passion for scholarship with personal interest in each student. Following admission, each student is assigned a faculty advisor. In class, the student/professor ratio of 11:1 provides a rich environment for close work and individual mentoring. Our faculty members are nationally and internationally known and strive to equip students for Christ-centered, biblically based, theologically integrated, culturally sensitive, mission-oriented Christian leadership. Faculty teach the same courses in the distance program as they do in-residence, so students are provided for and cared for no matter their learning preference.
Multiple Approaches: In-Residence and Distance Learning
Western Theological Seminary’s highly effective and relationship-rich distance learning environment makes coursework available wherever you are and whenever you want. All core required courses are delivered completely online. Some electives may use a hybrid design, blending online learning with 5 days per semester of face-to-face instruction on the WTS campus.
How do you learn best? What environment do you prefer? Before signing up for any online course or stepping into a classroom, it is important to discern your own learning style.
In-Residence Learner
- Prefers the physical environment of the classroom
- Enjoys regular face-to-face interaction with professors and peers
- Needs a consistent class schedule and structured learning formats
Distance Learning Learner
- Self-motivated, independent learner
- Wants flexibility of organizing his or her own learning schedule
- Disciplined, can set aside 15-20 hours per week to study and participate in an online setting
- Prefers to continue in current ministry or home situation
Courses and Degree Requirements
Students will complete 15 credits, either in-residence or online.
Courses:
BL103-DL Old Testament Foundations (3 cr.)* OR an Old Testament Elective
BL102-DL New Testament Foundations (3 cr.)* OR a New Testament Elective
TH104-DL Introduction to Theology and Worship (3 cr.)*
MN102-DL Practice of Discipleship (3 cr.)
Elective (3 cr.) Student could select a course(s) in their area of education or interest
*would also qualify for ACSI Certification
Deadlines
Fall Semester (starts late August)
Apply by:
April 1 – Fee $50 to apply. Receive full consideration for scholarships.
May 30 – Fee $50 to apply + include $250 confirmation fee. Limited scholarships.
July 1 – Fee $50 to apply + include $250 confirmation fee. No scholarships awarded, only loan.
After July 1 – No admission. Apply for Spring.
Spring Semester (starts mid January)
Apply by:
Nov. 1 – Fee $50. Receive full consideration for scholarships.
Nov. 30 – Fee $50 to apply + include $250 confirmation fee. Limited scholarships.
After Nov. 30 – No admission. Apply for Fall.
Program Leaders
