Is a seminary degree right for me?

Learn more about how a seminary degree can help you answer God's call in your life.

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Welcome to Western Theological Seminary

Interested in pursuing a call to Christian ministry?  Consider starting with a degree from Western Theological Seminary. 

About Western Theological Seminary

Learn more about what Western Theological Seminary has to offer

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Justice and Reconciliation Cohort

The J&R cohort serves as a means of practicing "hermeneutical belonging," a way of being with one another that informs how each participant thinks about social-political causes and instances of systematic injustice.

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Vita Scholars Program

Hope College and Western Theological Seminary have established a “3-2” pastor-preparation program to provide specialized training. 


The new Vita Scholars Program will enable students to graduate both from Hope with a Bachelor of Arts degree and from the seminary with a Master of Divinity degree after a total of five years instead of the usual seven.

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Center for Disability and Ministry

The Center for Disability and Ministry at Western Theological Seminary supports ministry leaders of all abilities in nurturing and receiving the gifts and contributions of persons with disabilities through formational opportunities, including theological education, consultation, forums, and publications.

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World Class Faculty

Study with the nation's top researchers and instructors. Our small class sizes allow all students to receive personal attention. 

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Degrees that meet your needs

WTS has 16 degree programs offered in person, online, and in a hybrid format so that theological education can be accessible to all.   

Degree Programs
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Curriculum for the future

In 2021 WTS conducted a major curriculum revision to ensure that the degree you will receive will prepare you for the future of ministry.

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90%

student receive scholarships

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Certificate and Degree Programs


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Ways to learn: 

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Online

Hybrid


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Faculty to student ratio ensures you will receive personal attention

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Keith Reynolds
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I'm not here to tell you that seminary is the only way. I'm here to help you discern the next step in your calling. 
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- Keith Reynolds

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101 East 13th Street
Holland MI, 49423

admissions@westernsem.edu

616.392.9973


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