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N O T E SF R O M T H E A D M I S S I O N S O F F I C E

SIONWesley Biblical Seminary exists to advance Christ’s Kingdom through the Church and make disciples of Jesus by offering life-transforming theological education producing Spirit-filled shepherd-theologians and leaders for the 21st century, who demonstrate an unwavering commitment to trinitarian faith, Christ-centered holiness, biblical authority, and personal accountability.

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N O T E SF R O M T H E A D M I S S I O N S O F F I C E

Wesley Biblical Seminary exists to advance Christ’s Kingdom through the Church and make disciples of Jesus by offering life-transforming theological education producing Spirit-filled shepherd-theologians and leaders for the 21st century, who demonstrate an unwavering commitment to trinitarian faith, Christ-centered holiness, biblical authority, and personal accountability.

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Master of Arts, Master of Divinity, Doctor of Ministry, & Graduate Certificate

Uncompromising biblical orthodoxy balanced with practical ministry training

On-site in Jackson, MS, Greenwood, IN, and coming to Tulsa, OK in Fall 2017. Online and real-time Zoom options available.

Passionate faculty who invest in students on a personal level

Multi-denominational, diverse student body

Holistic spiritual formation of individuals and the community as a whole

Global impact

Our alumni have served in over 50 countries on six continents

We have trained national ministry leaders in over 28 countries

Affordable tuition, financial aid available for those who qualify

ATS accredited

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Master of Arts, Master of Divinity, Doctor of Ministry, & Graduate Certificate

Uncompromising biblical orthodoxy balanced with practical ministry training

On-site in Jackson, MS, Greenwood, IN, and coming to Tulsa, OK in Fall 2017. Online and real-time Zoom options available.

Passionate faculty who invest in students on a personal level

Multi-denominational, diverse student body

Holistic spiritual formation of individuals and the community as a whole

Global impact

Our alumni have served in over 50 countries on six continents

We have trained national ministry leaders in over 28 countries

Affordable tuition, financial aid available for those who qualify

ATS accredited

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Most M.A. and M.Div. classes are offered online in either real-time or asynchronous formats for the accessibility and flexibility of learners around the world. Due to their nature, some classes may only be offered on campus or online in real-time. Please email [email protected] for specific information.

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTSThe Association of Theological Schools requires certain residency requirements for M.Div. students, and WBS extends limited residency requirements to M.A. students.

• M.Div. students must complete 26-27 hours of coursework (nine courses) on campus. Four of these may be Zoom (real-time online) classes.

• M.A. students must complete 6 hours of course-work (two courses) on campus. One of these may be a Zoom (real-time online) class.

The remaining on-campus course(s) may be completed through:

• week-long intensives,• weekend classes, or• regular semester classes that meet on-campus.

Although not for credit, students may also reduce the number of on-campus classes they must take by attending the Fall All-Seminary Retreat over one weekend in late September/early October. Each retreat reduces the number of required on-campus courses by one (up to two).

WBS values community with and among our students as well as the sharing of our ethos within that community. While some of this may be accomplished in the online classroom, certain residency requirements are better fulfilled in person.

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Most M.A. and M.Div. classes are offered online in either real-time or asynchronous formats for the accessibility and flexibility of learners around the world. Due to their nature, some classes may only be offered on campus or online in real-time. Please email [email protected] for specific information.

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTSThe Association of Theological Schools requires certain residency requirements for M.Div. students, and WBS extends limited residency requirements to M.A. students.

• M.Div. students must complete 26-27 hours of coursework (nine courses) on campus. Four of these may be Zoom (real-time online) classes.

• M.A. students must complete 6 hours of course-work (two courses) on campus. One of these may be a Zoom (real-time online) class.

The remaining on-campus course(s) may be completed through:

• week-long intensives,• weekend classes, or• regular semester classes that meet on-campus.

Although not for credit, students may also reduce the number of on-campus classes they must take by attending the Fall All-Seminary Retreat over one weekend in late September/early October. Each retreat reduces the number of required on-campus courses by one (up to two).

WBS values community with and among our students as well as the sharing of our ethos within that community. While some of this may be accomplished in the online classroom, certain residency requirements are better fulfilled in person.

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*Courses subject to change.

** Languages may only be offered online in real-time.

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M A S T E R O F A R T S

APOLOGETICS50 C R E D I T H O U R S | O N L I N E & O N S I T E

THEOLOGICAL STUDIES (9 HRS)

APOLOGETICS CONCENTRATION (24 HRS)

AP 500 Approaches to Apologetics 3PH 610 Moral Theology and the Gospel 3PH 504 Philosophy of Christian Religion 3AP 601 Apologetics in Cultural Change 3HT 609 Comparative Religious Traditions 3General Apologetics Electives 6Such As AP 620 Modernism, Post-Modernism and the Christian MysticalTradition; AP 720 Christian Faith and Science; PH 721 Christian Faith inDialogue with Philosophy; ST 607 Contemporary Theological Trends; andEV 605 EvangelismAP 750 Apologetics Qualifying Thesis/Project 3

DS 505 Discipleship and Spiritual Formation 3Optional Discipleship Groups

FORMATIONAL STUDIES (3 HRS)

RS 001 New Student Orientation 0

MINISTRY STUDIES (0 HRS)

GENERAL ELECTIVES (3 HRS)

BT 500 The Bible's Authority & Interpretation 2NT 512 NT History and Interpretation 3NT 531 The Gospels 3OT 516 OT History and Interpretation 3

BIBLICAL STUDIES (11 HRS)

ST 504 Christ, Revelation, God, Humanity 3ST 505 Salvation, Holy Spirit, Church, Last Things 3HT 604 History of Christian Thought 3

Emphasizes contemporary articulation of the Christian faith in critical dialogue with non-Christians.

-AMBER LIVERMORE, M.DIV, ‘11 Senior Pastor, Grace Fellowship Wesleyan Church

“The education and community at WBS challenge students to be formed holistically as followers of Christ and as ministers of the Gospel! It's a challenge I'm

glad I accepted!”

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APOLOGETICS50 C R E D I T H O U R S | O N L I N E & O N S I T E

APOLOGETICS CONCENTRATION (24 HRS)

AP 500 Approaches to Apologetics 3PH 610 Moral Theology and the Gospel 3PH 504 Philosophy of Christian Religion 3AP 601 Apologetics in Cultural Change 3HT 609 Comparative Religious Traditions 3General Apologetics Electives 6Such As AP 620 Modernism, Post-Modernism and the Christian MysticalTradition; AP 720 Christian Faith and Science; PH 721 Christian Faith inDialogue with Philosophy; ST 607 Contemporary Theological Trends; andEV 605 EvangelismAP 750 Apologetics Qualifying Thesis/Project 3

RS 001 New Student Orientation 0

BT 500 The Bible's Authority & Interpretation 2NT 512 NT History and Interpretation 3NT 531 The Gospels 3OT 516 OT History and Interpretation 3

ST 504 Christ, Revelation, God, Humanity 3ST 505 Salvation, Holy Spirit, Church, Last Things 3HT 604 History of Christian Thought 3

Emphasizes contemporary articulation of the Christian faith in critical dialogue with non-Christians.

-AMBER LIVERMORE, M.DIV, ‘11 Senior Pastor, Grace Fellowship Wesleyan Church

“The education and community at WBS challenge students to be formed holistically as followers of Christ and as ministers of the Gospel! It's a challenge I'm

glad I accepted!”

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BIBLICAL LITERATURE50 C R E D I T H O U R S | O N L I N E & O N S I T E

BT 500 The Bible's Authority & Interpretation 2BT 600 Fundamentals of Biblical Theology 3OT 501 Elementary Hebrew I ** 3OT 502 Elementary Hebrew II ** 3OT 516 OT History & Interpretation 3OT Inductive OT 620, 621, 622, or 623 3NT 512 NT History & Interpretation 3NT 521 Greek Reading & Syntax ** 3Biblical Studies Electives 6(Including at least one OT or NT exegesis course and one inductive Bible study course.)

This includes beginning Greek for those entering seminary without these course electives.

AP 500orAP(MS) 601

AP 500 Approaches to Apologetics/AP (MS) 601 Apologetics in Cultural Change

PHILOSOPHICAL STUDIES (3 HRS)

Emphasizes biblical scholarship, including proficiency in both Greek and Hebrew and extensive coursework in biblical content.

ST 504 Christ, Revelation, God, Humanity 3ST 505 Salvation, Holy Spirit, Church, Last Things 3

EV 605 Evangelism 3RS 001 New Student Orientation 0RS 778 Summative Evaluation 1

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BIBLICAL LITERATURE50 C R E D I T H O U R S | O N L I N E & O N S I T E

BT 500 The Bible's Authority & Interpretation 2BT 600 Fundamentals of Biblical Theology 3OT 501 Elementary Hebrew I ** 3OT 502 Elementary Hebrew II ** 3OT 516 OT History & Interpretation 3OT Inductive OT 620, 621, 622, or 623 3NT 512 NT History & Interpretation 3NT 521 Greek Reading & Syntax ** 3Biblical Studies Electives 6(Including at least one OT or NT exegesis course and one inductive Bible study course.)

AP 500orAP(MS) 601

Emphasizes biblical scholarship, including proficiency in both Greek and Hebrew and extensive coursework in biblical content.

ST 504 Christ, Revelation, God, Humanity 3ST 505 Salvation, Holy Spirit, Church, Last Things 3

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M A S T E R O F A R T SCHRISTIAN STUDIES50 C R E D I T H O U R S | O N L I N E & O N S I T E

BT 500 The Bible's Authority & Interpretation 2OT 516 OT History & Interpretation 3NT 512 NT History & Interpretation 3NT 531 The Gospels 3Biblical Studies Electives 6

“I love that WBS is both intellectually rigor-ous and committed to the sanctification of life. The Church does not simply need smart leaders, but also holy ones who love God and neighbor

without superficiality or sentimentality.”

- REV. CJ RHODESD.Min Student at WBS

Presents a basic knowledge of the various theological disciplines with a minimal set of general skills for Christian service.

HT 604 History of Christian Thought 3ST 504 Christ, Revelation, God, Humanity 3ST 505 Salvation, Holy Spirit, Church, Last Things 3Theological Studies Electives 6

AP 500orAP(MS) 601

AP 500 Approaches to Apologetics/AP(MS) 601 Apologetics in Cultural Change

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M A S T E R O F A R T SCHRISTIAN STUDIES50 C R E D I T H O U R S | O N L I N E & O N S I T E

BT 500 The Bible's Authority & Interpretation 2OT 516 OT History & Interpretation 3NT 512 NT History & Interpretation 3NT 531 The Gospels 3Biblical Studies Electives 6

“I love that WBS is both intellectually rigor-ous and committed to the sanctification of life. The Church does not simply need smart leaders, but also holy ones who love God and neighbor

without superficiality or sentimentality.”

- REV. CJ RHODESD.Min Student at WBS

Presents a basic knowledge of the various theological disciplines with a minimal set of general skills for Christian service.

HT 604 History of Christian Thought 3ST 504 Christ, Revelation, God, Humanity 3ST 505 Salvation, Holy Spirit, Church, Last Things 3Theological Studies Electives 6

AP 500orAP(MS) 601

AP 500 Approaches to Apologetics/AP(MS) 601 Apologetics in Cultural Change

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THEOLOGY50 C R E D I T H O U R S | O N L I N E & O N S I T E

BT 500 The Bible's Authority & Interpretation 2OT 516 OT History & Interpretation 3NT 512 NT History & Interpretation 3NT 531 The Gospels 3NT 521 Greek Reading & Syntax** 3NT 642 The Epistles with Greek** 3

Emphasizes scholarship regarding the content of Christian faith as it is expressed in the Bible, historic Christian orthodoxy, and the Wesleyan tradition.

HT 604 History of Christian Thought 3ST 504 Christ, Revelation, God, Humanity 3ST 505 Salvation, Holy Spirit, Church, Last Things 3ST 519 Theology of John Wesley 3Theology and Philosophy Electives 6

AP 500orAP(MS) 601

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THEOLOGY50 C R E D I T H O U R S | O N L I N E & O N S I T E

BT 500 The Bible's Authority & Interpretation 2OT 516 OT History & Interpretation 3NT 512 NT History & Interpretation 3NT 531 The Gospels 3NT 521 Greek Reading & Syntax** 3NT 642 The Epistles with Greek** 3

Emphasizes scholarship regarding the content of Christian faith as it is expressed in the Bible, historic Christian orthodoxy, and the Wesleyan tradition.

HT 604 History of Christian Thought 3ST 504 Christ, Revelation, God, Humanity 3ST 505 Salvation, Holy Spirit, Church, Last Things 3ST 519 Theology of John Wesley 3Theology and Philosophy Electives 6

AP 500orAP(MS) 601

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M A S T E R O F D I V I N I T Y

GENERAL MINISTRY78 C R E D I T H O U R S | O N L I N E & O N S I T E

PM 610 or PM 615 PM 610 Principles of Preaching/ PM 615 Great Christian Sermons

PM 620 or PM 625 PM 620 Worship in the ChurchPM 625 Worship in the Prayer-Book Tradition

PM 630-631 Preaching and Worship Practicum (1 ½ hrs each semester) 3PM 641 Pastoral Counseling 3PM 662 Practice in Ministry 2PM 700 Theology and Practice of Pastoral Leadership 3EV 605 Evangelism 3RS 001 New Student Orientation 0

Emphasizes leadership in guiding, motivating, and nurturing individuals and organizations toward Great Commission effectiveness, particularly in the local church.

DS 505 Discipleship and Spiritual Formation 3DS 520 The Discipling Church 3Optional Discipleship Groups

ST 504 Christ, Revelation, God, Humanity 3ST 505 Salvation, Holy Spirit, Church, Last Things 3ST 506 or BT 610 ST 506 Theology of Christian Holiness/ 2

BT 610 Biblical Basis of Christian HolinessST 519 Theology of John Wesley 3HT 604 History of Christian Thought

PH 520 or PH 610 PH 520 Philosophy for Understanding Theology/PH 610 Moral Theology and the Gospel

AP 500 or AP(MS) 601 AP 500 Approaches to Apologetics/AP (MS) 601 Apologetics in Cultural Change

BIBLICAL STUDIES (20 HRS)BT 500 The Bible's Authority & Interpretation 2OT 516 OT History & Interpretation 3OT Inductive Bible Either OT 620, 621, 622, or 623 3NT 512 NT History & Interpretation 3NT 531 The Gospels 3OT 651 Intermediate Hebrew Grammar 3OT Exegesis Either OT 731, 732, 733, or 734 3NT 521 Greek Reading & Syntax 3NT 642 The Epistles with Greek 3OT Inductive Bible OT 620, 621, 622, or 623 3NT Inductive Bible NT 535, 615, or 622 3

Track 1: Hebrew**

Track 2: Greek**

Track 3: English Bible**

This includes beginning Hebrew or Greek for those entering seminary without these courses and choosing the Hebrew or Greek Track.

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GENERAL MINISTRY78 C R E D I T H O U R S | O N L I N E & O N S I T E

PM 620 or PM 625 PM 620 Worship in the ChurchPM 625 Worship in the Prayer-Book Tradition

Emphasizes leadership in guiding, motivating, and nurturing individuals and organizations toward Great Commission effectiveness, particularly in the local church.

BT 610 Biblical Basis of Christian HolinessST 519 Theology of John Wesley 3HT 604 History of Christian Thought

BIBLICAL STUDIES (20 HRS)BT 500 The Bible's Authority & Interpretation 2OT 516 OT History & Interpretation 3OT Inductive Bible Either OT 620, 621, 622, or 623 3NT 512 NT History & Interpretation 3NT 531 The Gospels 3OT 651 Intermediate Hebrew Grammar 3OT Exegesis Either OT 731, 732, 733, or 734 3NT 521 Greek Reading & Syntax 3NT 642 The Epistles with Greek 3OT Inductive Bible OT 620, 621, 622, or 623 3NT Inductive Bible NT 535, 615, or 622 3

Track 1: Hebrew**

Track 2: Greek**

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BIBLICAL LANGUAGES84 C R E D I T H O U R S | O N L I N E & O N S I T E

PM 620 or PM 625 PM 620 Worship in the Church/PM 625 Worship in the Prayer-Book Tradition

THEOLOGICAL STUDIES (14 HRS)ST 504 Christ, Revelation, God, Humanity 3ST 505 Salvation, Holy Spirit, Church, Last Things 3ST 506 or BT 610 ST 506 Theology of Christian Holiness/ 2

BT 610 Biblical Basis of Christian HolinessST 519 Theology of John Wesley 3HT 604 History of Christian Thought 3

BIBLICAL STUDIES (26 HRS)BT 500 The Bible's Authority & Interpretation 2OT 516 OT History & Interpretation 3OT Inductive Bible Either OT 620, 621, 622, or 623 3NT 512 NT History & Interpretation 3NT 531 The Gospels 3OT 651 Intermediate Hebrew Grammar 3OT Exegesis Either OT 731, 732, 733, or 734 3NT 521 Greek Reading & Syntax** 3NT 642 The Epistles with Greek** 3

Includes six hours of beginning Hebrew and six of beginning Greek for those entering seminary without these courses.

GENERAL MINISTRY WITH

Emphasizes leadership in guiding, motivating, and nurturing individuals and organizations toward Great Commission effectiveness, particularly in the local church. Supplements language proficiency.

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BIBLICAL LANGUAGES84 C R E D I T H O U R S | O N L I N E & O N S I T E

PM 620 or PM 625 PM 620 Worship in the Church/PM 625 Worship in the Prayer-Book Tradition

THEOLOGICAL STUDIES (14 HRS)ST 504 Christ, Revelation, God, Humanity 3ST 505 Salvation, Holy Spirit, Church, Last Things 3ST 506 or BT 610 ST 506 Theology of Christian Holiness/ 2

BIBLICAL STUDIES (26 HRS)BT 500 The Bible's Authority & Interpretation 2OT 516 OT History & Interpretation 3OT Inductive Bible Either OT 620, 621, 622, or 623 3NT 512 NT History & Interpretation 3NT 531 The Gospels 3OT 651 Intermediate Hebrew Grammar 3OT Exegesis Either OT 731, 732, 733, or 734 3NT 521 Greek Reading & Syntax** 3NT 642 The Epistles with Greek** 3

Includes six hours of beginning Hebrew and six of beginning Greek for those entering seminary without these courses.

GENERAL MINISTRY WITH

Emphasizes leadership in guiding, motivating, and nurturing individuals and organizations toward Great Commission effectiveness, particularly in the local church. Supplements language proficiency.

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TEACHING85 C R E D I T H O U R S | O N L I N E & O N S I T E

PM 700 Theology and Practice of Pastoral Leadership 3EV 605 Evangelism 3TE 605 Learning Styles & Taxonomies (on campus) 3TE 610 Course Design and Evaluation (on campus) 3TE 715 Teaching Lab 3TE 720 Practice Teaching 3RS 001 New Student Orientation 0Advanced Teaching Cognate (four related courses) 12

TEACHING CONCENTRATION (30 HRS)

BT 610 Biblical Basis of Christian HolinessST 519 Theology of John Wesley 3HT 604 or HT 504 HT 604 History of Christian Thought/

HT 504 History of Christianity 3

BIBLICAL STUDIES (20 HRS)BT 500 The Bible's Authority & Interpretation 2OT 516 OT History & Interpretation 3OT Inductive Bible Either OT 620, 621, 622, or 623 3NT 512 NT History & Interpretation 3NT 531 The Gospels 3OT 651 Intermediate Hebrew Grammar 3OT Exegesis OT 731, 732, 733, or 734 3NT 521 Greek Reading & Syntax 3NT 642 The Epistles with Greek 3OT Inductive Bible OT 620, 621, 622, or 623 3NT Inductive Bible NT 535, 615, or 622 3

Provides adult-level learning experiences that reflect sound andragogical practice and engagement in significant interaction with a selected field of study.

*Certain classes are available as online courses, but the program as a whole is on site only.

Track 1: Hebrew**

Track 2: Greek**

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TEACHING85 C R E D I T H O U R S | O N L I N E & O N S I T E

PM 700 Theology and Practice of Pastoral Leadership 3EV 605 Evangelism 3TE 605 Learning Styles & Taxonomies (on campus) 3TE 610 Course Design and Evaluation (on campus) 3TE 715 Teaching Lab 3TE 720 Practice Teaching 3RS 001 New Student Orientation 0Advanced Teaching Cognate (four related courses) 12

TEACHING CONCENTRATION (30 HRS)

BT 610 Biblical Basis of Christian HolinessST 519 Theology of John Wesley 3HT 604 or HT 504 HT 604 History of Christian Thought/

HT 504 History of Christianity 3

BIBLICAL STUDIES (20 HRS)BT 500 The Bible's Authority & Interpretation 2OT 516 OT History & Interpretation 3OT Inductive Bible Either OT 620, 621, 622, or 623 3NT 512 NT History & Interpretation 3NT 531 The Gospels 3OT 651 Intermediate Hebrew Grammar 3OT Exegesis OT 731, 732, 733, or 734 3NT 521 Greek Reading & Syntax 3NT 642 The Epistles with Greek 3OT Inductive Bible OT 620, 621, 622, or 623 3NT Inductive Bible NT 535, 615, or 622 3

Provides adult-level learning experiences that reflect sound andragogical practice and engagement in significant interaction with a selected field of study.

Track 1: Hebrew**

Track 2: Greek**

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M A S T E R O F D I V I N I T YHONORS RESEARCH85 C R E D I T H O U R S | O N L I N E* & O N S I T E

RESEARCH CONCENTRATION (36 HRS)RS 001 New Student Orientation 0RS 505 Techniques of Research 3RS 780 Thesis & Research 6Research Electives This includes 6 hrs beginning Hebrew and/or 6

hrs beginning Greek for those entering seminary without these courses.

PM 700 Theology and Practice of Pastoral Leadership 3EV 605 Evangelism 3

BIBLICAL STUDIES (20 HRS)BT 500 The Bible's Authority & Interpretation 2OT 516 OT History & Interpretation 3OT Inductive Bible Either OT 620, 621, 622, or 623 3NT 512 NT History & Interpretation 3NT 531 The Gospels 3OT 651 Intermediate Hebrew Grammar 3OT Exegesis OT 731, 732, 733, or 734 3NT 521 Greek Reading & Syntax 3NT 642 The Epistles with Greek 3

Track 1: Hebrew**

Track 2: Greek**

Show skill in investigation and analysis of data in a selected field of study that could lead to more advanced research, writing, and teaching.

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M A S T E R O F D I V I N I T YHONORS RESEARCH85 C R E D I T H O U R S | O N L I N E* & O N S I T E

RESEARCH CONCENTRATION (36 HRS)RS 001 New Student Orientation 0RS 505 Techniques of Research 3RS 780 Thesis & Research 6Research Electives This includes 6 hrs beginning Hebrew and/or 6

hrs beginning Greek for those entering seminary without these courses.

PM 700 Theology and Practice of Pastoral Leadership 3EV 605 Evangelism 3

BIBLICAL STUDIES (20 HRS)BT 500 The Bible's Authority & Interpretation 2OT 516 OT History & Interpretation 3OT Inductive Bible Either OT 620, 621, 622, or 623 3NT 512 NT History & Interpretation 3NT 531 The Gospels 3OT 651 Intermediate Hebrew Grammar 3OT Exegesis OT 731, 732, 733, or 734 3NT 521 Greek Reading & Syntax 3NT 642 The Epistles with Greek 3

Track 1: Hebrew**

Track 2: Greek**

Show skill in investigation and analysis of data in a selected field of study that could lead to more advanced research, writing, and teaching.

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D O C T O R O F M I N I S T R Y

How the Program WorksRemain in current ministry while pursuing study30 credit hours (part-time) Available through on-campus intensives (in Jackson, MS) supplemented by online interaction Cohort model—students go through the program as a group Pre-course reading, on campus interaction during intensives, post-course projects leading up to the third year’s Ministry Research Project

Spring-summer term (April 1-September 30) with a two week intensive in June (first two years) Fall-winter term (October 1-March 31) with a two week intensive in January (first two years) Research project (final year)

Program Courses (24 hrs)

DM 801 | Advanced Biblical Hermeneutics for Relevant Preaching and Ministry

DM 802 | Transformational Preaching

DM 803 | Sacramental Spirituality and Disciple-Making Leadership

DM 804 | Holistic Renewal of the Church

DM 805 | Wesleyan Practices in Community Formation and Social Transformation

DM 806 | Wesleyan Theological Vision for Community Formation in the Post-Modern Context

DM 807 | The Gospel as Truth in a Multi-Religious World

DM 808 | Secular “isms” that Challenge the Faith and Confront the Church

Ministry Research Project (6 hrs)

“The great need is for preachers who will lift up the gospel of Jesus Christ in a clear, intelligent, understandable way. When you believe the gospel message, you know that every person has eternal value because every person is someone for whom Christ died. Without a shadow of a doubt, at Wesley Biblical Seminary, ‘the greatest story ever told’ is being told.” -Dr. John Case

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D O C T O R O F M I N I S T R Y

How the Program WorksRemain in current ministry while pursuing study30 credit hours (part-time) Available through on-campus intensives (in Jackson, MS) supplemented by online interaction Cohort model—students go through the program as a group Pre-course reading, on campus interaction during intensives, post-course projects leading up to the third year’s Ministry Research Project

Spring-summer term (April 1-September 30) with a two week intensive in June (first two years) Fall-winter term (October 1-March 31) with a two week intensive in January (first two years) Research project (final year)

Program Courses (24 hrs)

DM 801 | Advanced Biblical Hermeneutics for Relevant Preaching and Ministry

DM 802 | Transformational Preaching

DM 803 | Sacramental Spirituality and Disciple-Making Leadership

DM 804 | Holistic Renewal of the Church

DM 805 | Wesleyan Practices in Community Formation and Social Transformation

DM 806 | Wesleyan Theological Vision for Community Formation in the Post-Modern Context

DM 807 | The Gospel as Truth in a Multi-Religious World

DM 808 | Secular “isms” that Challenge the Faith and Confront the Church

Ministry Research Project (6 hrs)

“The great need is for preachers who will lift up the gospel of Jesus Christ in a clear, intelligent, understandable way. When you believe the gospel message, you know that every person has eternal value because every person is someone for whom Christ died. Without a shadow of a doubt, at Wesley Biblical Seminary, ‘the greatest story ever told’ is being told.” -Dr. John Case

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SCHOLARSHIPS

FINANCIAL AID

CURRENT TUITIONREQUIREMENTS

The seminary awards scholarships for academic performance as funds are available. Amounts are determined by cumulative GPA and class load (full-time or half-time). Students must take at least four credit hours per semester for eligibility. The application for WBS academic scholarships is available on our website.

WBS provides the best theological education at the most reasonable cost to the students. Revenues for seminary operations come primarily from outside contributions. The tuition and fees charged the student cover only a small percentage of the total educational expenses. Please check our website for current tuition and fees.

WBS offers academic and endowed scholarships as funds are available. Additional aid may be available through loans, denominational assistance, and through veteran benefits. WBS also offers federal direct unsubsidized student loans.

Those without a bachelor’s degree may take up to four classes (one each semester for up to four semesters). Anyone may audit for $150/class. Simply submit a non-degree online application and pay the $20 application fee.

NONDEGREE STUDENTS

D.Min. Deadline: March 1

M.A./M.Div./Grad Certificate Deadline: July 1 (Fall)/December 1 (Spring)

□Completed and submitted online application (including four references)

□$40 non-refundable application fee (payable on the application)

□Official transcripts from all undergrad and graduate schools you have attended

Have official transcripts emailed to [email protected] mailed to:

WBS Attn: AdmissionsPO Box 9938

Jackson, MS 39286

APPLICATION CHECKLIST

A D M I S S I O N S

PHONE: 601.366.8880

P. O. BOX 9938

JACKSON, MS 39286

[email protected]

WWW.WBS.EDU

CONTACT US:

M.A./M.Div./Grad Certificate Admissions Requirements• Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) from an accredited institution.• Minimum 2.50/4.00 cumulative GPA.• Demonstration of spiritual and moral integrity essential for Christian

leaders with satisfactory references attesting to such

D.Min. Application Requirements• M.Div. from an ATS accredited institution (or at least 72 hours of graduate-

level work approved by Academic Affairs, evaluated upon application) • Minimum 3.00/4.00 cumulative GPA• Three years of post-M.Div. ministry (exceptions may be made for students

with extensive pre-M.Div. ministry) • Demonstration of spiritual and moral integrity essential for Christian

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SCHOLARSHIPS

FINANCIAL AID

CURRENT TUITIONREQUIREMENTS

The seminary awards scholarships for academic performance as funds are available. Amounts are determined by cumulative GPA and class load (full-time or half-time). Students must take at least four credit hours per semester for eligibility. The application for WBS academic scholarships is available on our website.

WBS provides the best theological education at the most reasonable cost to the students. Revenues for seminary operations come primarily from outside contributions. The tuition and fees charged the student cover only a small percentage of the total educational expenses. Please check our website for current tuition and fees.

WBS offers academic and endowed scholarships as funds are available. Additional aid may be available through loans, denominational assistance, and through veteran benefits. WBS also offers federal direct unsubsidized student loans.

Those without a bachelor’s degree may take up to four classes (one each semester for up to four semesters). Anyone may audit for $150/class. Simply submit a non-degree online application and pay the $20 application fee.

NONDEGREE STUDENTS

D.Min. Deadline: March 1

M.A./M.Div./Grad Certificate Deadline: July 1 (Fall)/December 1 (Spring)

□Completed and submitted online application (including four references)

□$40 non-refundable application fee (payable on the application)

□Official transcripts from all undergrad and graduate schools you have attended

Have official transcripts emailed to [email protected] mailed to:

WBS Attn: AdmissionsPO Box 9938

Jackson, MS 39286

APPLICATION CHECKLIST

A D M I S S I O N S

PHONE: 601.366.8880

P. O. BOX 9938

JACKSON, MS 39286

[email protected]

WWW.WBS.EDU

CONTACT US:

M.A./M.Div./Grad Certificate Admissions Requirements• Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) from an accredited institution.• Minimum 2.50/4.00 cumulative GPA.• Demonstration of spiritual and moral integrity essential for Christian

D.Min. Application Requirements• M.Div. from an ATS accredited institution (or at least 72 hours of graduate-

level work approved by Academic Affairs, evaluated upon application) • Minimum 3.00/4.00 cumulative GPA• Three years of post-M.Div. ministry (exceptions may be made for students

with extensive pre-M.Div. ministry) • Demonstration of spiritual and moral integrity essential for Christian

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