Online Seminaries and schools\u00a0are quickly becoming a preferred way\u00a0to earn a degree or certificate. Certainly there are stereotypes that hinder students from pursuing the options more actively. One reason students shy away from online seminaries is the perception the courses lacking accountability, given the flexibility. However, we’ve found that\u00a0the biggest advantage for online seminaries is the possibility of pursuing a Master of Divinity, Master of Arts, Master of\u00a0Science, or even in some cases, a Bachelor’s degree in Christian Studies while maintaining a full-time job! And, if you can stick to a schedule and organize your week, the flexibility might become a shared advantage to online classes.<\/p>\n
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<\/h3>\nThis curated list is brought\u00a0to you by: Sharefaith Church Websites<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Note:<\/strong> Our top 20 Online Seminaries and Schools are listed in alphabetical order. All tuition expenses are estimates. Other expenses such as application fees and graduation fees are not listed.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\nLooking for an online seminary school? Here's Sharefaith's Top 20 Online Seminaries for 2017! <\/a><\/span>Click To Tweet<\/a><\/span>\n <\/p>\n Summary<\/strong><\/p>\n With IWU’s online education programs, you and your fellow students act as consultants to one another. Class sizes are capped to create an intimate learning experience. The curriculum for IWU’s online courses is specifically designed to maximize the learning experience for adults.<\/p>\n You will earn the same degree online as you would in a classroom. The only difference is where you hold your class discussions and where you submit your assignments.<\/p>\n Affiliation<\/strong><\/p>\n Evangelical<\/p>\n Online Graduate Degrees<\/strong><\/p>\n Summary<\/strong><\/p>\n Abilene.\u00a0Anywhere.<\/i>\u00a0Further your education at a nationally recognized Christian university without having to relocate — all while balancing the demands of work, life and your community.<\/p>\n Our online degree programs were designed with busy working adults like you in mind. You\u2019ll focus on one class at a time during six- or seven-week terms.<\/p>\n And even though you might be somewhere else geographically, as an ACU online student, you\u2019re part of a vibrant, virtual, Christ-centered community.<\/p>\n Affiliation<\/strong><\/p>\n Evangelical (Founded by Churches of Christ)<\/p>\n Online Graduate Degrees<\/strong><\/p>\n Summary<\/b><\/p>\n At Bethel, excellence means bringing theology to life by guiding you to live out your beliefs. You\u2019ll become a well-rounded and diligent theological scholar, strong leader, and faithful servant. You\u2019ll also develop your God-given talents while gaining the biblical foundation you need to discern faithfully, think critically, and act wisely. Here, a seminary education is about using everything you believe to make a real difference in your community and in the world.<\/p>\n Affiliation<\/b><\/p>\n Baptist<\/p>\n Online Graduate Degrees<\/b><\/p>\n Summary<\/strong><\/p>\n Their motto is, \u201cYou don’t have to uproot to attend seminary. DTS has fully online programs designed to immerse you in the Gospel story in all 66 books of the Bible and prepare you to serve wherever God calls you.\u201d Dallas is well established with a history of almost 100 years and a reputation for educating pastors for service throughout the world.<\/p>\n Affiliation<\/strong><\/p>\n DTS is strongly evangelical but is not aligned with a particular denomination. In terms of a theological particularity, dispensationalism is expressed in Article V of the beliefs they hold.<\/p>\n Online Graduate Degrees<\/strong><\/p>\n Summary<\/strong><\/p>\n Many working professionals aspire to attain a higher level of education. Grand Canyon University’s online degree programs offer the flexibility you need to get ahead, providing a quality education to help you thrive in today’s complex business world. Backed by the legacy of our traditional campus, GCU is an accredited university that stands out from other online education institutions.<\/p>\n Affiliation<\/strong><\/p>\n Evangelical (Founded by Southern Baptists)<\/p>\n Online Graduate Degrees<\/strong><\/p>\n Summary<\/strong><\/p>\n “Disappointed by other online seminary programs that only provide audio lectures and leave you on your own to learn?” they ask on their website. “Overwhelmed by the idea of moving and leaving your ministry context to attend a residential seminary program?” Knox offers an online program and seminary experience that is,\u00a0“quality, affordable, and accredited.” They have a\u00a0partially online Master of Divinity\u00a0and Doctor of Ministry and Master of Arts in Biblical and Theological Studies (MABTS), and a fully online Master of Arts in Christian and Classical Studies (MACCS).<\/p>\n Affiliation<\/strong><\/p>\n Reformation<\/p>\n Online Graduate Degrees<\/strong><\/p>\nIndiana Wesleyan University: Wesley Seminary<\/a><\/h3>\n
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\nAbilene Christian University<\/a><\/h3>\n
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\nBethel Seminary of Bethel University<\/b><\/a><\/h3>\n
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\nDallas Theological Seminary<\/a><\/h3>\n
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\nGrand Canyon University<\/a><\/h3>\n
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\nKnox Theological Seminary<\/a><\/h3>\n
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