Undergraduate Viewbook 2023

UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES

VIEWBOOK

Daniel Akin President, Senior Professor of Preaching and Theology, Ed Young, Sr. Chair of Preaching

The very last thing that the Lord Jesus said before he ascended back into heaven is, “Go and make disciples of all the nations.” If that was on the heart of our Lord, we believe it should be on our hearts here at Southeastern.

Thank you for expressing interest in Southeastern. I think it’s the greatest place in the world to receive training to serve the Lord wherever it is that he wants to send you and however he is calling you.

Southeastern is known as a Great Commission seminary. We’re very fond of saying around here that every classroom is a Great Commission classroom. Why the emphasis on the Great Commission? We believe last words are meant to be lasting words. The very last thing that the Lord Jesus said before he ascended back into heaven is, “Go and make disciples of all the nations.” If that was on the heart of our Lord, we believe that should be on our hearts here at Southeastern. That’s why you’ll find that we’re passionate about preparing men and women to serve our Lord all around the world.

As you’re seeking the Lord’s direction in your own life and trying to discern if Southeastern is the right place for you to prepare for ministry, let me give you two verses in Romans that have encouraged me and I hope will encourage you as well.

Romans 12:1-2 says:

“Therefore, brothers and sisters, in view of the mercies of God, I urge you to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God; this is your true worship. Do not be conformed to this age, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may discern what is the good, pleasing, and perfect will of God.”

Throughout many centuries, men and women living in the center of God’s will suffered greatly. Some suffered the loss of their own life. A few years ago, the president of the International Mission Board was on our campus. I remember him saying something that clarified all of this for me when he said, “Being in the center of God’s will is not always easy. Being in the center of God’s will is not always safe. But being in the center of God’s will is always best.”

My prayer for you is that you would be in the center of God’s “good, pleasing, and perfect will.” If that involves you coming to study here at our college, then know that’s what we want you to do. I promise you this: We will love you well, we will serve you well, and we will prepare you well for whatever God’s will is for your life.

CALLING

Thank you for your interest in The College at Southeastern! I am so thankful for the students God continues to draw to our school as they prepare to leverage their gifts and their calling to glorify Christ and fulfill the Great Commission. God is assembling an army of devoted followers and like-minded students here at Southeastern who are being equipped to make a difference for Jesus in the Church, among the nations, and in every aspect of society. Through a wide variety of degree programs, we are providing rigorous academic preparation with a world-class faculty who personally invest in our students for their personal, spiritual, and vocational development. We are committed to a holistic and formative education experience so that when students complete their time at The College at Southeastern, they will earnestly love God, love the truth, love the Church, and love the world. Our goal is to produce graduates who are firmly grounded in the truth, thoroughly trained in their field, and spiritually prepared to engage the world on mission for Christ.

I’m grateful that you would consider being a part of the Southeastern family and studying with us as you discern God’s plan for your life. I recognize that as you prayerfully consider how to find, follow, and fulfill his will, your academic and spiritual preparation is crucial. So, I invite you to join us, experience all that The College at Southeastern has to offer, and come be equipped to give your life for the cause of Christ!

Scott Pace Provost, Dean of Graduate Studies, Associate Professor of Pastoral Ministry and Preaching

You will be firmly grounded in the truth of God’s word, academically equipped in your field of study, and spiritually prepared to fulfill the mission of God wherever he has you serve.

CONFESSIONS m

Equipping students to give their lives for the cause of Christ in the Church, among the nations, and in every aspect of society.

We affirm four doctrinal statements:

The Baptist Faith & Message 2000, the Abstract of Principles, the Chicago Statement on Biblical Inerrancy, and the Danvers Statement on Biblical Manhood and Womanhood.

LOVE GOD

The first of the great commandments is that we love the Lord our God with our heart, soul, and mind (Matt. 22:37). We are committed to seeing Southeastern students grow in their love and knowledge of God, so they will worship, trust, hope, and delight in him more. Our love for God and others, the Bible tells us, is based first on God’s love for us (1 John 4:19). We believe when we are captivated by the love of God (2 Cor. 5:14-15), we are compelled and directed to live lives for his glory and for the salvation of all peoples.

LOVE THE CHURCH

The Scriptures call us “to care for the Church of God, which he obtained with his own blood” (Acts 20:28). We love the Church because God loves the Church and identifies with the Church as his body (Eph. 1:23). The Church is central to God’s work in the world — a redeemed people called to be devoted disciples of Christ and ambassadors of the gospel. We equip students to serve the Church and fulfill its mission.

LOVE THE TRUTH

Jesus says, “I am the way, the truth, and the life, no one comes to the Father except through me” (John 14:6). Because God is truth, we believe his inspired word is true. By God’s word, he makes himself known to us, sustains our faith in him, provides a light for our lives, and transforms us. We train students to understand and to trust the sufficient word of God. We cherish his enduring and unfailing word because it is the message of salvation for all those who believe (Rom. 1:16). We are committed to seeing Southeastern students love and know the truth, so they may faithfully teach and share it.

LOVE THE WORLD

The Scriptures say, “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life” (John 3:16). We are committed to seeing Southeastern students love what God loves and to participate in his redeeming work in the world. Southeastern is a Great Commission seminary. We are consumed with a global focus because we are called and commissioned by Jesus “to make disciples of all nations” (Matt. 28:19).

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The College at Southeastern has been a community that has intellectually and spiritually equipped me to proclaim Jesus more clearly through honest, humble, and compassionate ministry.

Josiah Gwyn BA in English and Theology

CURRICULUM

HISTORY OF IDEAS CORNERSTONE

The History of Ideas program is a core component of our curriculum. The purpose of the program is to guide students in reading, understanding, and discussing many of the world’s great works of literature, history, theology, philosophy, science, and government. By studying the history of ideas, our students are given the opportunity to see how the greatest minds of history have thought about the tough questions and see how they have responded. The classics and the great thinkers often help us to clarify, understand, and illustrate the essential doctrines of Christianity.

IN THIS SECTION

History of Ideas is the cornerstone of our curriculum, and it trains our students to think biblically and critically about the culture.

WHY BACHELOR OF ARTS?

The Bachelor of Arts provides vital training in biblical studies, Christian worldview, world history, theology, and English. In addition to their selected major, all students complete a minor in Christian Studies with the option of adding a second minor in their area of interest.

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Julia Higgins Assistant Professor of Ministry to Women, Associate Dean of Graduate Program Administration

WHO IS THIS DEGREE FOR?

Our BA degree will equip you to be a faithful disciple of Christ no matter what major you choose. Students will receive an education in biblical studies, Christian worldview, and their desired focus for a major.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH THIS DEGREE?

Jobs include church staff positions, non-profit work, teaching, overseas missions, counseling, and more.

MAJORS BACHELOR OF ARTS

Biblical Studies

Developing Christian leaders with expertise in biblical languages and exegesis

Christian Counseling

Designed for undergraduate students preparing for a life of ministry in counseling from a Christian worldview

English

Producing an understanding of critical thinking, effective writing, and reflection on literature

Global Studies

Developing the ability of gospel contextualization

History

Producing an understanding of the present by evaluating the past

History (Pre-Law)

Training in the legal field as guided by the American Bar Association’s Section of Legal Education

Humanities

Producing a basic understanding of the influential ideas of Western civilization

Interdisciplinary Studies

Further study in mathematics, history, literature, science, theology, and philosophy leading to graduate work

Justice & Social Ethics

Assisting students to construct a biblical framework for how God’s righteousness applies to ethics in society

Pastoral Ministry

Preparing Great Commission pastors to serve as leaders in local church ministry

Philosophy

Training students in the classical works of literature, history, theology, and philosophy

Philosophy, Politics, & Economics

Situates the student to enter the sphere of public service or further graduate work

Social Studies

Understanding the social factors shaping history and economics, leading to graduate work with a partner university

Student Ministry

Training to envision ministry as a partnership between church and family by developing students into mature disciples of Christ

Theology

Growing an understanding of Scripture and the doctrines of God and man

Worship Ministry

Formulating a framework for a biblical and theological foundation of Christian worship

MINORS

Apologetics

Training for the defense of the Christian faith, emphasizing theology, philosophy, logic, and communication skills

Biblical Studies

Developing Christian leaders with expertise in biblical languages and exegesis

Business

Growing an understanding of business, stewardship, and sound business practices

English

Giving an understanding of literature, thinking critically, and writing effectively

Global Studies

Developing the ability of gospel contextualization

History

Producing an understanding of the present by evaluating the past

Humanities

Producing a basic understanding of the influential ideas of Western civilization

Justice & Social Ethics

Assisting students to construct a biblical framework for how God’s righteousness applies to ethics in contemporary society

Missions

Producing Great Commission-minded men and women to go serve in national and international contexts

Music

Developing a strong foundation in the liberal arts and theological studies while providing musical knowledge and skills to serve the Church

Organizational Leadership

Developing the abilities necessary to serve as effective organizational leaders by emphasizing church leadership, parachurch organizations, and denominational entities

Pastoral Ministry

Developing pastoral leaders to serve the twentyfirst century Church

Preaching

Training in the knowledge, skills, and formation central to the work of pastors

Psychology

Combining scientific research with a biblical and theological foundation to help students gain an understanding of human development, behavior, mental illness, and basic theories in psychology

Student Ministry

Training to envision ministry as a partnership between Church and family by developing students into mature disciples of Christ

TESL Minor

Training students to teach English to speakers of other languages through historical and contemporary methods and other classroom practices

Theology

Growing an understanding of Scripture and doctrine of God and man

Writing, Rhetoric, & Communication

Equipping students for public discourse and developing expertise in writing and communication

ASSOCIATE DEGREES

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS

Equipping students with a healthy understanding and appreciation of a Christian worldview. The degree is designed as a two-year college transfer program. Students who complete this program at Southeastern are better prepared to:

• Participate in lay leadership

• Enter into the business world

• Continue on a degree path

ASSOCIATE OF DIVINITY

The Associate of Divinity degree is designed with pastors in mind. The program equips students with the tools to serve God and minister through preaching, teaching, counseling, and administration.

TESL CERTIFICATE

The Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) Certificate provides students with the basic requirements needed to teach English cross-culturally overseas or in community colleges and private schools within the United States.

WHY BACHELOR OF SCIENCE?

Our Bachelor of Science degree will prepare you for ministry in the marketplace or ministry in a local church. The Bachelor of Science degree is composed of a core curriculum (37 hours), a major (45 hours), and vocational electives or a business minor (45 hours) for a total of 127 hours.

WHO IS THIS DEGREE FOR?

These programs will prepare students to be leaders in their churches and be better equipped for the workplace.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH THIS DEGREE?

Interested in a degree where practical job training meets quality ministry preparation? The Bachelor of Science degree prepares you for missions work, church planting, intercultural work, pastoral ministry, and youth ministry.

CUSTOMIZE Your Path

Business Minor

Complete a Bachelor of Science in global studies or pastoral ministry with a business minor from The College at Southeastern.

Transfer

Transfer job-specific credits from another college, and complete your Bachelor of Science here at The College at Southeastern.

Dual Enrollment

Take classes at The College at Southeastern and a participating community college at the same time to get both job training and ministry preparation.

MAJORS

Our majors allow you to customize your path to get valuable job training skills while also learning how to live a life on mission no matter where you go.

Biblical Studies

Equipping students to translate and exegete Hebrew and Greek texts and to understand them within the broader scope of Christian thought

Christian Ethics

Equipping students to construct a biblical framework through which to understand how God’s righteousness is applied to all aspects of life and to engage culture in a thoughtful manner

Christian Worldview & Apologetics

Equipping students to the major issues and problems in philosophy and apologetics

English (Teacher Licensure Track)

Preparing students to meet the requirements for pursuing a North Carolina teaching license in English (secondary grades) and Bible

Global Studies

Introducing students to the variety and complexity of cultures around the world

History (Teacher Licensure Track)

Preparing students to meet the requirements for pursuing a North Carolina teaching license in Social Studies (secondary and middle grades) and Bible

Pastoral Ministry

Introducing students to the knowledge and skills central to the work of pastors through classes in pastoral ministry, discipleship, counseling, and Bible exposition

Social Studies (Teacher Licensure Track)

Preparing students to meet the requirements for pursuing a North Carolina teaching license in Social Studies (secondary and middle grades) and Bible

Student Ministry

Training student leaders with the goal of developing mature disciples of Christ

INTERESTED IN TEACHING?

We have developed a Teaching Licensure Track, which meets North Carolina state requirements to prepare you to answer the call to a career in teaching.

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Majors and areas of specialty include English, History, and Social Studies.

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Graduates are prepared to enter Christian and public schools with a strong liberal arts background and focused teaching curriculum.

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The Teaching Licensure Track qualifies graduates to meet all requirements for North Carolina licensure.

The College at Southeastern has developed unique partnerships with Liberty University and NC State University to create a pathway for our graduates to pursue a Master of Arts in Teaching.

BBA

BACHELOR OF BUSINESS

ADMINISTRATION

BUSINESS FROM A GREAT COMMISSION PERSPECTIVE

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Harry Carter Professor of Business

Study business administration from a Great Commission perspective and get trained to serve biblically in the marketplace and in a variety of contexts. Apply today to learn from experienced business leaders and biblical scholars who are passionate about stewarding business missionally.

5-YEAR BACHELOR’S & MASTER’S

Our 5-year programs present a unique opportunity for students to pursue their calling and get to the work of ministry faster. Students in one of our 5-year programs will finish their bachelor’s degree and master’s degree up to 1.5 years faster than typical students.

BA+MA IN COUNSELING

Students who have a calling to Christian counseling can complete a Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts in Counseling in five years through this accelerated program. This expedited program sends students out as missional counselors a year and a half faster than they would be able to do otherwise.

BA+MDIV IN STUDENT MINISTRY

Students who are called to serve the next generation will be interested in the Bachelor of Arts and Master of Divinity in Student Ministry. This program provides an excellent liberal arts education to form the basis for further studies. Graduates of this program will have a well-rounded theological education with a special emphasis on reaching youth. This program also includes 15-credits of field ministry experience which provides valuable real-life experience and mentorship within a church.

BA+MDIV IN MISSIOLOGY

Students who are called to serve in the global context as a missionary, sender, or anything in between will benefit from this 5-year track. By following this track, graduates will receive a Bachelor of Arts in Global Studies and a Master of Divinity with a specialization in Missiology. This program prepares students to interact with numerous cultures and religions by providing strong biblical and theological foundations as well as practical and applied training.

BA+MDIV IN PASTORAL MINISTRY

ACADEMICALLY RIGOROUS. MINISTERIALLY RELEVANT.

Students who have a calling to pastoral ministry in a local church can complete a Bachelor of Arts and Master of Divinity in five years through the program.

Students will also have the opportunity to complete coursework under the leadership of a local church pastor, complete missions hours both nationally and internationally, and experience ministry firsthand.

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MASTER OF ARTS IN INTERCULTURAL STUDIES

Preparing students for cross-cultural service, especially those with previous experience in cross-cultural settings.

Due to the sensitivity of international missions, the MAIS is offered through The College at Southeastern.

Available fully online!

WHAT CAN I DO WITH THIS DEGREE?

▶ Become a missionary with the IMB or NAMB or other missions entity

▶ Develop competencies to serve as effective missions leaders in all contexts

▶ Equip a local body of believers to be missions-minded

▶ Lead missions teams as member of a non-profit in a variety of settings

Madison Strickland BA in Christian Counseling Student

I chose The College at Southeastern because I wanted to attend a school that used a biblical foundation to equip me to counsel individuals who are hurting. I wanted to be a part of a college community that focused on glorifying the Lord in all aspects of life.

What Course Formats

Can I Choose From?

In Person

These courses allow you to learn alongside fellow students and receive face-to-face instruction.

Weekend

Weekend courses meet in person over the course of two weekends.

Hybrid

Intensive

Typical 3 credit-hour courses pushed into 1-2 weeks of meeting time. These classes are typically only offered during fall break, spring break, and January.

These are online courses that require an on-campus weekend. They meet one Friday-Saturday during the semester.

Whether you’re on campus or far away, we offer 8 different formats that offer flexibility for your busy schedule.

Online

These courses are designed to meet you in your context as all lectures, assignments, and engagements are fully online.

Live

Live sections meet synchronously online with the on-campus section of the class.

Interactive Online

These are online classes with a weekly virtual meeting to discuss and work through content.

Extension Centers

In-person classes at Southeastern's official extension centers.

Don’t let distance or time keep you from your theological training.

Distance Learning

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Fully Online Degrees

▶ Associate of Arts

▶ Associate of Divinity

▶ Master of Arts in Intercultural Studies

▶ 3 out of 4 years of any Bachelor's Degree

▶ Bachelor of Arts in Global Studies

▶ Bachelor of Arts in Pastoral Ministry

The Dual Enrollment Academy is for juniors and seniors in high school who are seeking to earn affordable college credit.

Accredited courses taught by committed Christian scholars

Reduced tuition costs

Christian classroom environments

Up to 30 hours of transferrable credit

Ronjour Locke Instructor of Preaching and Urban Ministry, Director for the Center for Preaching and Pastoral Leadership

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Southeastern’s culture of truth and love will help equip you, both in and out of the classroom, to make disciples of all peoples in all places. Come and see why our Lord is worth living and dying for.

COMMUNITY

Binkley Chapel

Here you'll take classes, attend weekly chapel services, and enjoy conferences and concerts throughout the year.

Dorms

Our dorms are some of the most affordable places to live in Wake Forest.

Adams Hall

Two stories of classrooms for a variety of courses.

Denny Library

Find books and resources for all of your research needs.

Campus

Where the majority of undergraduate academic life happens.

Other campus housing options are just minutes down the road from the main campus. Hall

Student Life

Your time at Southeastern is about more than your studies. It’s about cultivating community. Throughout the year, we offer a number of ways for you to get connected, including on-campus events, concerts, intramural sports, campus-wide cookouts, and more.

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Our Student Groups are another way for you to connect with others through the activities you love.

We offer the Society for Women in Scholarship, Biblical Languages for Everyone, and more.

Stay up to date on campus events and announcements by following Around Southeastern on social media.

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Women Around Southeastern exists to cultivate teachable, theological, and missional women. They offer a variety of discipleship opportunities that empower women to seek God’s calling on their lives, to faithfully make disciples, and to fulfill the Great Commission.

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Local Churches

Out of the top 10 churches to send the most missionaries with the IMB, five are within just a few minutes of Southeastern. When you come here, you come to a community of churches committed to the Great Commission.

Housing

Southeastern’s campus housing experience features everything from traditional dorm-style living to vibrant apartment communities. Many options are within walking distance of campus and are family-friendly. We have a home that is right for you throughout your entire college experience.

The Library at Southeastern

We offer a wide variety of resources through our library. Our library hosts the Francis A. Schaeffer Collection, John H. Sailhamer’s personal library, and the George Braswell Missions and World Religions Library. Whether you’re on campus or studying from a distance, our library staff can help assist you in your research and help you find the resources you need for your assignments.

The Writing Center

Need help writing and planning your research papers? Our Writing Center exists to help you fine-tune your thesis statements, develop your arguments, and create wellrounded paper presentations fit for college classes.

Small Town Charm, Big City Amenities

The Town of Wake Forest offers small-town living near a bustling capital. Living in Wake Forest means you'll have everything you need within just a few miles. Just 30 minutes from Raleigh, you can enjoy a wide variety of restaurants, entertainment, parks, and more.

Green Spaces

Our parks and greenways allow you to get outdoors and enjoy miles of beautiful trails year-round. They are perfect for a long run, a leisurely walk, or a picnic with family and friends.

Historic Downtown

Wake Forest’s quaint downtown offers easily accessible restaurants, coffee shops, and stores for you to enjoy at your convenience. The Historic District of Wake Forest is also home to the Wake Forest Historical Museum, where you can learn more about the town’s vibrant history.

Conveniences

Wake Forest provides the charm of a small, quiet town while also providing nearby amenities for your everyday needs. Chain restaurants, grocery stores, and strip malls are all within a short distance of Southeastern.

Community Fun

You’ll find a variety of ways to get involved in community life in Wake Forest, including the local farmer’s market, pop-up markets with local vendors, downtown concerts, and more!

Raleigh: City of Oaks

Raleigh is quickly becoming one of the fastest-growing cities in the country. When you come to Southeastern, you’re just 30 minutes away from North Carolina’s vibrant capital.

Best Place to Live

U.S. News and World Report voted Raleigh as one of the top 20 places to live in the country. With growing job opportunities, housing affordability, and entertainment, there are many reasons to move to the City of Oaks.

Food & Drink

In a diverse city like Raleigh, you’ll find restaurants that offer up mouthwatering dishes from all over the world. Raleigh is also a hub for rich and delicious coffee from some of the world’s leading baristas.

Green Spaces

Raleigh has endless opportunities to enjoy the outdoors with over 30 beautiful parks and over 100 miles of greenways.

Sports

Raleigh is home to the Carolina Hurricanes (The Canes) hockey team and is also just minutes away from the Durham Bulls stadium, where you can catch a baseball game during the summer. Raleigh also has six colleges and universities whose teams compete throughout the year.

The nearby Research Triangle Park is home to North America’s largest high technology research and science hub. Raleigh also offers a wide array of arts, entertainment, and educational opportunities for all ages.

Close to Everything

While there’s plenty to do around Raleigh, it’s also conveniently close to a variety of fun places to travel for a day or weekend getaway. From beaches to mountains to cities like D.C. and Charleston, you’ve got plenty of options for a weekend away.

Arts & Culture

Raleigh is home to the state’s art, history, and science museums, making a great educational resource for you and your family right in your own backyard. The city is also host to performing arts centers and concert venues that host top local and national musicians and bands.

Job Market

Voted as one of the country’s top ten job markets by the Wall Street Journal, Raleigh has ever-expanding job opportunities in healthcare, technology, and education.

International City

Over 10 percent of the Raleigh population is foreign born, creating a diverse community in the city. Opportunities abound for ministry to refugees resettling in the area and students moving to the city for higher education.

HOUSE SYSTEM

The House System is the center of student life at The College at Southeastern. Students are placed into one of four houses, where they learn, grow, and build Christ-centered community together.

The House System consists of five Houses — Brainerd, Fuller, Liele, Judson, and Schaeffer. The five Houses are named after heroes of the faith, David Brainerd, Andrew Fuller, George Liele, Adoniram Judson, and Francis Schaeffer.

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I love how I am being equipped for the mission field and to serve my Lord anywhere I am.

Samuel Sánchez Dual Enrollment Student

The Lewis A. Drummond Center for Great Commission Studies mobilizes and equips students, faculty, staff, and others to fulfill the Great Commission. The CGCS offers many resources, including:

▶ The Sent Life Podcast & the CGCS blog

▶ Mission trips for students, faculty, and staff

▶ Connections with IMB and NAMB personnel

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The L. Russ Bush Center for Faith and Culture seeks to engage culture as salt and light, presenting the Christian faith and demonstrating its implications for all areas of human existence. The CFC offers many resources, including:

▶ The Christ and Culture Podcast

▶ The CFC blog

▶ Oxford Study Tour

▶ Events throughout the year

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BIBLICALTEXT & TRANSLATION

The Center for Preaching and Pastoral Leadership exists to equip and encourage pastors to lead healthy, disciple-making churches for the glory of God around the world. The Pastor's Center offers many resources, including:

▶ The Pastor Matters Podcast

▶ The Pastor's Center blog

▶ Free books

▶ Events throughout the year

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The Caskey Center for Biblical Text and Translation exists to improve the quality of editions of the Christian Scriptures in the original languages and to ensure the accuracy and clarity of Bible translations worldwide. The Center serves the broader evangelical community by providing resources and counsel for those translating the Bible for the church.

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Kingdom Diversity

At Southeastern, we desire our campus to look more and more like heaven with students from various nations, tribes, peoples, and tongues (Revelation 7:9) being equipped together for Great Commission ministry. We believe that this campus culture will better equip students to engage the challenges of this fallen world with the gospel of Jesus Christ. This commitment to biblically celebrating diversity includes a commitment to pursuing more representation for women and ethnic minorities among the faculty and staff at Southeastern. Moreover, through the Kingdom Diversity scholarship, Southeastern is able to offer theological education to many non-majority students at little to no cost. In partnership with global churches and leaders, Southeastern’s Global Theological Initiative works to provide this same biblical and theological training to church leaders around the world.

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Experience the heart of Southeastern as staff, faculty, and students gather to worship through singing and the preaching of the word.

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Joyful sacri ce is giving up something you love for something you love even more.

Never put con dence in anything for your salvation other than Jesus Christ and his work on our behalf.

Your life is not an accident. God is in control of your life to the last detail, to the last breath.

Daniel Akin PRESIDENT

Jose Abella

PASTOR, PROVIDENCE ROAD CHURCH

Events

The Southeastern Events team works hard to bring fun, engaging, and impactful events each semester. Students will have a myriad of opportunities to attend conferences, concerts, workshops, and more!

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Be a part of the Southeastern family for life.

Southeastern for life means we value the time and relationships formed while you're here. You have the opportunity to encourage and engage your fellow alumni as they seek to serve God in the contexts in which they have been placed. Southeastern provides a number of benefits for graduates, including ministry job opportunities and the ability for alumni to post open positions in their churches and organizations.

The Southeastern Alumni Association provides a way for graduates to give back to Southeastern while also receiving benefits and resources designed to help the Southeastern family serve the Church and fulfill the Great Commission. The Alumni Association directly impacts current students by offsetting tuition costs. Join the Alumni Association today, and continue a legacy of equipping Great Commission students for ministry.

Your membership dues, $50 per year or $600 lifetime, help us equip students to serve the Church and fulfill the Great Commission while keeping tuition a ordable for students.

JOIN THE GIVING SOCIETY EXCLUSIVELY FOR ALUMNI

You’ll receive these great benefits:

• Audit courses for free

• Retain access to the ATLA Religion Database

• Retain access to the Share Shop

• Join an intramural sports team

• 50% o transcripts

• 40% o on conference registrations at SEBTS

• 10% o items at the Locker

• Use of Ledford Center Fitness Room

At Southeastern, we don’t want you to feel like ministry and theological education have to be in competition with one another. Our GO Certificates will offer you:

▶ Affordable theological education

▶ Self-paced, fully online courses

▶ Choose from 5 certificates in Biblical Studies & Theology, Christian Ministry, Church-Based Counseling, New Testament Studies, and Christian Apologetics

▶ 21 total courses for you to choose from START

Podcasts

The Sent Life is an ongoing conversation about living in partnership with our missionary God. In this podcast, listeners will learn about living as missionaries in their current contexts and guiding others into an authentic relationship with Christ. The Sent Life is produced by the Lewis A. Drummond Center for Great Commission Studies.

Pastor Matters seeks to equip and encourage pastors in whatever context of ministry they find themselves in. The Pastor Matters Podcast is produced by the Center for Preaching and Pastoral Leadership.

Christ and Culture seeks to connect faith with every aspect of your life. In each episode, the podcast helps listeners discover how they can be faithful followers of Christ within today’s ever-changing culture. The Christ and Culture podcast is produced by the L. Russ Bush Center for Faith and Culture.

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COLLEGE IS MORE AFFORDABLE THAN YOU REALIZE.

Southeastern is committed to keeping education affordable so that our graduates are equipped to go without being weighed down with financial burden.

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Due to the generosity of commissioning churches in the Southern Baptist Convention, Southeastern is able to provide a substantial amount of aid to students who are members of SBC-affiliated churches. This is equivalent to 50% of what a student would normally pay for tuition and fees and is one of Southeastern's most significant sources of financial aid.

On-Campus Jobs

There are some great reasons to work on campus while you attend Southeastern! The open jobs are posted in the on-campus employment portal on our website, and the application process is fully online. All of our student positions offer flexibility with your class schedule and tuition discounts for full-time and part-time work.

Full-time staff have their tuition costs completely covered and are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.

Part-time staff receive a tuition discount at the end of each semester.

Financial Aid

Generous and faithful donors provide students with substantial financial support through scholarships and awards. Financial aid through the government is available from state and federal programs.

Pell Grant

A needs-based grant offered to all eligible undergraduate students through FAFSA

NC Needs-Based

For eligible North Carolina residents through FAFSA

Military Affairs

Financial Aid Applications

Academic Year

Submit between December 1 and April 1

Spring Submit between September 1 and September 30

In an effort to show our appreciation, we offer a military rate and process many Veteran benefits pertaining to active-duty members and Veterans.

The Charles B. Keesee Educational Fund

You may be eligible to apply for a scholarship that will help cover a significant portion of the costs of your theological education. The Charles B. Keesee Educational Fund serves Baptist students who are residents of Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Kentucky, Tennessee, or West Virginia and who meet certain enrollment requirements.

Our costs are a fraction of what other schools in the state charge.

WHAT’S NEXT?

Begin your application at collegeatsoutheastern.com/apply

1 2 Complete an online application & submit supplemental materials:

Apply early!

The majority of financial aid is awarded to students who are accepted before March 1st.

Waive your application fee with the code COLLEGE GO

▶ Reference forms

▶ Official transcripts

▶ Immunization history

▶ Background check

Start preparing for your future today.

3

Communicate with an admissions counselor to ensure all of your application materials have been received and meet the requirements for the application process.

We're here to help.

We encourage you to reach out if you have any questions or if we can assist you in any way.

See the back of this page for ways to connect.

Application Checklist

Background Check

Personal Photo

Personal Statement

Undergraduate Transcripts

Immunization History

2 Character References

1 Pastoral Reference

1 Church Recommendation Test Scores

High School Transcript

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