David Komline
Assistant Professor of Church History and Director of the Graduate Program for Christian Educators
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 14:1 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
Discount for Christian School Educators
A tuition discount of 25% is available for students from Christian Schools International (CSI) schools. Please note your CSI affiliation on your application for admission.
Students in this 15 credit hour program do not qualify for scholarships or student loans.
Courses and Degree Requirements
Students will complete 15 credits, either in-residence or online.
Courses:
BL103 Old Testament Foundations (3 cr.)* OR an Old Testament Elective
BL102 New Testament Foundations (3 cr.)* OR a New Testament Elective
TH104 Introduction to Theology and Worship (3 cr.)*
MN102 Practice of Discipleship (3 cr.)
Elective (3 cr.) Student can select a course(s) in his or her 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.
May 30 – Fee $50 to apply + include $250 confirmation fee.
July 1 – Fee $50 to apply + include $250 confirmation fee.
After July 1 – Apply for Spring.
Spring Semester (starts mid January)
Apply by:
Nov. 1 – Fee $50.
Nov. 30 – Fee $50 to apply + include $250 confirmation fee.
After Nov. 30 – Apply for Fall.
Program Leaders
