Western Theological Seminary

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Who can take a course at WTS?

Anyone! The same courses taken by our Master's and Graduate Certificate students are available to all, regardless of your current level of education.

Many of our students are returning to school after many years away, some without having finished their Bachelor's degree.

Wondering if you are up for the challenge? Reach out to our team. We'd love to talk.

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Individual Courses for Fall 2025

American Evangelicalism

Faith, Culture, and Politics from Billy Graham to Donald Trump

Tuesdays from 3:00-5:30 PM EST

IN PERSON OR ONLINE (SYNCHRONOUS)

August 26 - December 9, 2025

In this course, we will discuss a selection of must-reads on evangelicalism that have been published since the 2016 election.

Since Newsweek magazine declared 1976 the “year of the evangelical,” evangelicals have seemingly infiltrated all aspects of American culture, from politics to popular entertainment. This course surveys the history of the evangelical movement from its origins in the Great Awakening to its place in the contemporary church. Along the way, we will examine issues including theology, race, gender, and social reform.

Restorative Justice

Wednesdays from 2:00-5:00 PM at Muskegon Correctional Facility

IN PERSON ONLY

August 27 - December 10, 2025

What does it mean to be a human being?

"Restorative Justice" names an approach to crime, conflict, and other disturbances to a community that differs from conventional criminal justice responses and from typical ways conflict is handled in our society. We will examine the ideas and practices of restorative justice, trace its implications for conflict transformation from international peacebuilding to interpersonal relationships, highlight its religious roots, and examine its implications for contemporary Christian thought and perspective.

Additional information:

Meets in person at Muskegon Correctional Facility.

Students will include "inside" Hope College students who are enrolled in the Hope-Western Prison Education Program.

Students must complete additional forms and orientation prior to the start of the semester.

APPLY BY JULY 1

Cost for individual courses

Tuition: $1,785 per course based on 2025/2026 tuition rates

Application fee: $50

Waived with Code WTS50 if you apply by July 1

Deposit: $250 (non-refundable, will be applied to tuition)

Affiliation tuition discounts of up to 25% may apply. Contact admissions to learn more.

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The Application Process

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Please let us know by contacting us at admissions@westernsem.edu

Step 1: Create an account

When you click on "Start Application," you will be prompted to create an account. You will use this information to log back in, complete your application, and check your application status.

Note: If you have ever filled out an application or started an application at WTS, the system will prompt you to log in instead of creating an account.

Step 2: Fill out the application

Although you are not applying for a specific degree program, the Association of Theological Schools, with whom WTS is accredited, requires us to collect specific information from all students regardless of their academic plans.

Step 3: Pay your application fee

An application fee of $50 is due upon submission.

Use code WTS50 to waive your application fee if you apply by August 1.

Step 5: Watch your email

Additional information about orientation and course participation will be sent to your email.

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Western Theological Semiary

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