A seminary is a graduate-level school focused specifically on studying the Bible, theology, and ministry. Seminary training is designed for those who want to:

• Deepen their understanding of Scripture

• Grow in theological clarity

• Be equipped for ministry in the church or vocational roles

The MA and BA in Christian Ministry are designed for those who want to serve in ministry leadership roles, such as:

• Church staff members

• Ministry directors or coordinators

• Non-profit ministry leaders

• Church planters or missionaries

• Lay leaders who want deeper theological training

The degree combines seminary coursework with local church mentorship, allowing students to learn while actively serving in ministry.

Students complete coursework through a mix of:

• Equip courses hosted at Easthaven and taught in person

• Online courses through Southeastern Seminary

• Mentored ministry experience

This program may be a great fit if you:

• Feel called to deeper ministry leadership

• Want theological training while remaining in your current church or job

• Are already serving in ministry and want formal preparation

• Desire mentorship alongside academic study

• Want a flexible seminary pathway connected to the local church

You may be a good fit if you:

• Have completed a high school diploma or equivalent (GED)

• Are willing to engage in college-level reading, writing, and discussion

If you already have a bachelor’s degree in another field, you may want to explore the MA in Christian Ministry option instead. We’re happy to help you decide!

If you already have a bachelor’s degree (in any field), you can apply directly to pursue a Master of Arts in Christian Ministry.

If you don’t have a bachelor’s degree and want to pursue the Master of Arts in Christian Ministry, there are still options such as certificate programs or alternative entry paths.

All courses, including Equip, cost the normal rate of tuition:

• Seminary - Southern Baptist rate: $322 per credit hour + student enrollment fee

• Seminary - Standard tuition rate: $430 per credit hour + student enrollment fee

• College - Southern Baptist rate: $417 per credit hour + student enrollment fee

• College - Standard tuition rate: $554 per credit hour + student enrollment fee

Very! These sequences are designed to work within the context of the church or organization. Feel free to work with our office to determine what works best for you.

Absolutely! We encourage pastors to identify opportunities that allow their people to be exposed to courses regardless of their desire to earn academic credit.

There is no deadline! Most students will follow the above Course-Sequence, but these programs allow several years to complete.

You can:

• Take one class at a time

• Pause if needed

• Adjust your pace based on your season of life