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In 1929 Westminster’s founder, J. Gresham Machen, vowed that the seminary would not provide training of the “customary superficial kind,” but rather offer profound, Christ-centered preparation. Today, more than 90 years later, we remain faithful to that mission—and it drives our commitment to equip you well through teaching the Whole Counsel of God.
Invaluable to my experience at WTS is the combined effect of being taught by world-renowned theologians and studying at my pace through the various online platforms. WTS education has equipped me with information and transformed me through the power of the Holy Spirit to biblically and effectively engage people of diverse cultures in the course of disciple-making for Christ.”
Westminster has brought academic, spiritual, and social growth. While it started with professors and classmates on a screen, it grew to include a Greek study group where friendships budded: one of which bloomed into a marriage! Westminster has helped me to consider how right doctrine, founded on proper interpretation of the Scriptures, is essential for ministry.”
During my time at seminary, I have come to know more of the depth of the Lord's love for me, to appreciate the richness of His Word, and to more confidently proclaim the full counsel of God.”
I believe the Lord has used my training at WTS to directly prepare me for this next season of ministry. I have loved the intentional training, mentorship, friendships with classmates and professors, theological conviction, sacrificial spirit, and much more. I'm forever grateful for my DMin experience at WTS!”
It’s been an amazing privilege to have studied with fellow students of such diverse backgrounds, yet all with a passion for God's Word and for his people. I've been blessed by a deepening understanding of people as saints, sufferers and sinners, and how scripture speaks a personal and redemptive word to each one of us.”
Although based in the UK, it's been really encouraging to feel part of the learning community in Pennsylvania with the chance to meet some wonderful godly people.”
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Applied Ministry Practicum
Study of Biblical Languages
Residential Mentorship & Pastoral Formation
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Our degree programs aim to equip you with the academic and practical tools necessary to sustain you for a lifetime of scholarship or ministry.
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Master of Divinity Pastoral Fellows
Master of Divinity in General Ministry
Master of Arts
in Religion
Master of Arts in Counseling
Master of Arts in Theological Studies
Korean Master of Arts in Theological Studies
Credit Hours of Coursework
111
111
74
61
36
36
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3+1
3–8
2–4
3–6
1.5–3
1.5–3
Mentored Practicum
Study of Biblical Languages
Pastoral Residency
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Doctor of Philosophy
Doctor of Ministry
Master of Theology
Korean Doctor of Ministry
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10
8
6–8
8
Est. Years to Degree Complete
4–6
4–5
1.5–3
5–6
Competency in Biblical Languages Required
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2
4
2
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Theological Studies Certificates
Biblical Languages Certificates
3
3
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1 year
1-2 years
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“But to Christ, despite all, we hold.” These are the words from founder J. Gresham Machen that launched Westminster almost 100 years ago—and they have remained true to Westminster’s conviction ever since.
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Every person on the face of the earth is, by virtue of being created in God’s image, a God-knower and is in a covenant-relationship with his Creator. Therefore, covenantal apologetics is not a formula that starts with human tradition but a probative method of bringing the manifold wisdom of God to the many ways people suppress the truth in unrighteousness. He has revealed this wisdom throughout creation and, more importantly, His Word. Covenantal apologetics exposes the deceitfulness of man-centered wisdom while advancing true wisdom—which is rooted in Christ. (Key Passages: Rom. 1:18–25; 1 Pet. 3:15; Acts 17:22–31).
The Bible is God’s interpretation of humans and gateway to their hope. Biblical counseling offers a theologically cohesive, relationally rich, and Christ-centered understanding for all that humans face and need. Counseling thatwalks alongside people with insights seasoned by Christ and his Word can guide toward the richness and healing power of the gospel. (Key Passages: Jer. 17:9-10; John 2:24–25; 2 Tim. 3:17)
Each passage in Scripture is best understood in its connection toGod’s one unfolding story of redemption accomplished by Jesus. Just as the full tree is present in the acorn, so also is the gospel present in the Old Testament in embryonic form. Biblical interpretation is rooted in a rigorous exegesis that reads every text as bearing witness to God’s work in Christ. (Key Passage: Luke 24:44–47)
Any in-depth study of Scripturemust build from the text itself, prior to turning to the interpretations of others. Drawing out the meaning of the original language through rigorous exegesis gives a framework for rooting systems of thought not in abstract ideas but in the revelatory self-witness of Scripture, with Christ as its binding center. (Key Passage: 2 Tim. 2:15)
A thorough study of the church from time pastoffers a window into the ongoing story of Christ’s presence with his people, guiding them in truth. Creeds and confessions, too, help identify a common set of priorities and teachings to foster church unity. From generation to generation, this heritage of history guides the church as its follows Christ into the future. (Key Passages: 2 Tim. 1:13-14; Hebrews 12:1)
The centerpiece of Scripture is the work and redemption of Jesus Christ.Preaching heralds the centrality of Jesus from the first word of Scripture to the last and applies the gospel to the whole of life. A sermon’s doctrine, application, organization, and delivery must rest upon the proclamation and explication of Jesus Christ and him crucified.” (Key Passages: Luke 24:44–49; Rom. 1:1–4; 1 Cor. 2:2; 1 Pet. 1:10–12)
