what is a realistic graduate course load for nobts

How much does tuition cost at NOBTS?

The 2021-2022 graduate schedule offers a variety of options for weekday, evening, Saturday, and online courses. Course formats include (1) classroom courses that occur on campus as once-a-week courses on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday as well as Tuesday/Thursday classes; (2) hybrid courses that meet on campus four times during ...

Why study at NOBTS?

Full-time Course Load. A full-time graduate student load on the main campus is a minimum of nine (9) credit hours per semester, while a full-time load for extension center graduate students is a minimum of two courses per semester. Only regular …

Why choose NOBTS for seminary?

The Graduate Certificate is an excellent way to continue your theological training. The Professional Graduate Certificate Program has three unique benefits: 1) Early Entry: Students can begin work toward a Professional Doctoral degree even if they have not met the post-master's degree ministry experience requirement.

What is the NOBTS payment plan?

Theological and Historical Studies: 6 hours. Applied Ministry Studies: 6 hours. Biblical Languages: 6 hours. Geographical, Anthropological, and Cultural Studies: 9 hours. Archeology: 15 hours. Summative Evaluation: 3-4 hours. Master of Arts in Church and Community Ministries: 45 hours. Biblical Studies: 12 hours.

How to transfer credits to a degree?

Academic credits may be transferred from other institutions toward a baccalaureate or master’s degree in some cases, if they meet the following stipulations: 1 A minimum of 1/3 of the credit hours in a degree must be taken at NOBTS. These credit hours can be taken either at the main campus, at any of the current extension centers, or through online courses. 2 All courses transferred must be substantially parallel to the offerings of NOBTS and fulfill the requirements of the relevant degree plan.#N#Courses which do not fulfill the requirements of the degree being sought cannot be transferred. 3 Credit hours from seminaries which are members of ATS (the Association of Theological Schools in the United States and Canada) must carry a grade of at least a “C” to be transferred. 4 Credit hours from academic institutions accredited by an agency recognized by CHEA must carry a grade of at least a “B” to be transferred. 5 Credit hours to be transferred from academic institutions not accredited by an agency recognized by CHEA must carry a grade of at least a “B” and preferably be earned in on-site classes rather than through correspondence; up to 18 hours can be transferred. 6 The decision of the Registrar and Provost is final with regard to the evaluation of all graduate transfer credits.

How old do you have to be to get a Christian degree?

To be eligible for admission an applicant must have been a Christian for at least one year, must meet the educational prerequisites for the degree program he or she plans to pursue, and must be at least 20 years of age. All students must have the endorsement of a local church.

Does the seminary have health insurance?

Health Insurance. The seminary encourages all students to carry some type of health insurance coverage for themselves and their family members. The seminary does not furnish health insurance for students or their families, and is not responsible for providing health care or financial support for health care expenses.

Tuition

Tuition at NOBTS is signifantly lower than the national average. Students from SBC churches pay around $270 per credit hour for on-campus courses. Download our tuition and fees HERE.

FINANCIAL AID

The Financial Aid Office offers a number of scholarships for full-time and part-time students at all levels of education.

Caskey Center for Church Excellence

The Caskey Center provides full tuition scholarships for Baptist bivocational/ small church ministers from selected states. These scholarships apply to certificate, undergraduate, or master's students.

Accelerated MDiv program

Students who have graduated from Baptist colleges and universities may qualify to receive up to 25% of their MDiv through our new Accelerated MDiv program, regardless of specialization. Learn More

Monthly Payment Plans

Instead of paying for seminary up front each semester, NOBTS offers a monthly payment plan that divides tuition into more manageable installments.

Student Housing

NOBTS has affordable campus housing options for single students, married couples, and families with rates that are typically half the cost of living in the city.

How to become a student

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Christian Theological Heritage

To understand and interpret Christian theological heritage and Baptist polity for the church.

Disciple Making

To stimulate church health through mobilizing the church for missions, evangelism, discipleship, and church growth.

Interpersonal Skills

To perform pastoral care effectively, with skills in communication and conflict management.

Spiritual and Character Formation

To provide moral leadership by modeling and mentoring Christian character and devotion.