MA IN Biblical Studies

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Understand the intent of scripture.

Students will engage the Bible through the study of biblical languages and explore deep themes, narratives, and original context of the Bible. This degree can be completed in as little as two years or as little as one course per semester to fit within the student’s existing family and work commitments.

42

Credit Hours

2-5

Years to Finish

In person or Hybrid

What can I do with a Master of Arts in Biblical Studies?

Work in non-profit or church ministry

Work in education either within a church or Christian school

Still undecided about your specific career pathway? This degree is a perfect place to start.

Course Sequence

Graduating students will have deepened and broadened their biblical and theological knowledge and will be able to analyze questions and topics in a field of biblical studies using that knowledge.

As part of this degree, students will take Biblical Greek and Hebrew and Biblical exegesis. This means you go deep into biblical texts.

Core Requirements

These are the core requirements for the degree that can be taken in any order.

Old Testament Foundations
Foundations of the Christian Life
Hebrew 1 and 2
New Testament Foundations
Greek 1 and 2
Church History 1 -or – Systematic Theology 1
Biblical Capstone
MA Capstone

Elective Courses

Customize your degree by choosing four electives: three from the Biblical field and one from any field.

ACADEMIC OR PROFESSIONAL TRACK

Students can select an Academic or Professional track.

In the Academic track, students will take elective courses that lead to writing a thesis in the Master of Arts Capstone course.

In the Professional track, students will substitute two semesters of mentored internship (1.5 credits each semester) for one 3-credit elective course. Students will then complete a ministry project in the Master of Arts Capstone course.

WTS welcomes transfer students and transferred coursework up to 27 credits may be completed at another ATS accredited seminary.

YOU CHOOSE: ONLINE OR IN-PERSON LEARNING?

Online Learning In-Person Learning

Are you an In-Person Learner?

Courses are completed at our Holland, MI campus. Students who take courses primarly in person tend to:

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Prefer the physical environment of the classroom

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Enjoy regular face-to-face interaction with professors and peers

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Need a consistent class schedule and structured learning formats

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Be committed to completing the degree in 2 years

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Already live in West Michigan or are interested in moving to West Michigan

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Plan to work part-time or less

Are you an Online Learner?

Online Learning is available to students in West Michigan and around the world. As an Online Learning student, you would typically:

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Be a self-motivated, independent learner.

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Wants the flexibility of organizing your own learning schedule.

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Need maximum flexibility to fit school around your other commitments

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Desire to stretch your degree out over many years

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Live more than 150 miles from Holland, MI.

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Plan to work full time while in school.

Apply

APPLICATION PROCESS

Your application will be completed fully online. Once you complete your application be sure to watch your email. Some programs require additional interviews or follow up.

Have questions? Email us at admissions@westernsem.edu.

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Create an Account

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Fill out an application

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Upload written Materials

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Request letters

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Submit Your Application

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Watch your email

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Aplicar en español

Only the MA in Christian Studies and Graduate Certificate in Christian Studies are available in Spanish.

Costs

AFFORDING sEMINARY

Tuition rates vary for different programs and degrees. At WTS, we understand that finances can be a major concern for prospective students. That’s why we offer a variety of scholarships and loan options.

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