Registrar

2022-2023 Academic Calendar

2023-2024 Academic Calendar

What does the Academic Office do?
The Academic Dean and her team encourage and oversee the degree programs, the courses, the faculty, and the students at Western Seminary.

I haven’t applied yet. What are the deadlines for admission?
You may see the deadlines for admission here. After you are accepted and we receive your confirmation fee of $250, you will be able to register for classes and will be sent a financial aid application.

How do I drop or add a course?
You may drop or add courses before the second week of an academic semester and the tuition will be refunded. Send an email to the professor of the course and the registrar indicating your desire to drop or add.

How do I withdraw from a course after the drop deadline?
You may withdraw from a course after the drop/add deadline by sending an email to the professor and the registrar. You will be responsible for a pro-rated amount of the tuition for a class if you withdraw after the drop/add deadline.  A grade of WP or WF will be entered on your permanent record.

Where do I find my grades?
Grades are accessed through the student portal.

What information is available through the student portal?
Class registration, grades, and advisor assignments.

How do I withdraw from the seminary?
You must complete a withdrawal form (located on Canvas). It must be signed by the VP of Finance and the director of the library and then submitted to the Academic Dean.

For Transfer Students and Admitted students taking courses elsewhere:

• WTS accepts credits earned at other graduate institutions accredited by the ATS.  Courses with grades lower than B- are ineligible for transfer.  WTS will accept up to 6 credits in which the student earned a “pass” instead of a grade.  An academic assessment will identify class status and determine the steps toward completing the degree program at Western Theological Seminary.  Transfer students must earn at least 30 semester credits at WTS to earn the M.Div. and at least 24 credits at WTS to earn the MA.

The Writing Studio is offered to students who would like to improve their writing skills. Tutors are equipped to help students learn how to conceive, develop, organize and clarify their writing efforts. The Writing Studio is a free service for enrolled students