SUMMER HIGHLIGHTS
Summer 2021 Courses are offered in remote formats to fit your schedule. Note the following references when reviewing the schedule: OL = Online, asynchronous courses with no required virtual meetings. VT = Virtual courses with scheduled synchronous course meeting times.
The following classes are offered this Summer 2021. Each course offers a brief course description. To view the full course schedule for summer and fall click here.
Summer Semester
The Summer 2021 semester runs from May 24-July 30, 2021. Registration is open* View the courses open to entering students here. The full summer 2021 course schedule is available here. Courses may be taken for academic credit, continuing education units, or audit. (*Late registration: Instructor permission required for registrations submitted less than two weeks prior to the start of a course)
Course formats for summer include:
OL= Online & Asynchronous
VT= Online course with required Zoom Sessions at a set time
Have questions? Email Admissions@wesleyseminary.edu or call (202)885-8659.
BIBLICAL INTERPRETATION
BI-319-OL Prophets & Prophecy in Israel Online, 2.00 credits, Instructor: Brown, Katherine Elizabeth, 6/1-7/16/21
English texts. Reading the Bible's prophetic texts with particular attention to cross-cultural connections, ancient and modern. Readings reflect current issues such as authority, creation care, intimate partner relations, national identity/security, trauma, and media effects.
CHRISTIAN TEACHING & FORMATION
CF-133-OL Teaching and Learning in Christian Education for a Diverse World Online, 3.00 credits, Instructor: Strukova, Jana, 6/14-7/9/21
The course discusses theological and pedagogical principles of multicultural Christian Education. It explores how to teach and engage Christian faith and Bible with immigrants, black and brown, Asian, or indigenous communities. Special attention will be given to the concept of cultural intelligence and culturally responsive pedagogies as essential tools for Christian educational ministry with diverse groups of learners.
CONGREGATIONAL LIFE & MINISTRY
CM-137-OL Church Finances Online, 1.00 credits, Instructor: Weems, Lovett H., 6/21-6/25/21
This course will include optional Zoom sessions.
Exploration of various types of budgets within a congregation, categories of income and expenses, building budgets, methods of giving, accurate tracking of giving and proper financial administration of funds, examining all from both a theological perspective and from the best practices of financial transparency and accountability.
CM-142-OL Healthy Stewardship in the Local Church Online, 1.00 credits, Instructor: Michel, Ann A. 6/7-6/11/21 This course will include optional Zoom sessions.
Exploration of the Biblical and theological basis for healthy congregational stewardship, emphasizing centrality of healthy stewardship to healthy discipleship and survey of the different components to a well-rounded financial stewardship program.
CM-154-OL Ministry in Rural Context Online, 2.00 credits, Instructor: Lemaster-Smith, Jonathan, 6/20-7/30/21
This course will focus on the distinctive realities of rural communities and explore contextual approaches to discipleship, leadership, pastoral care, and other areas of ministry.
PREACHING & WORSHIP
PW-314-VT To Live, to Pray, the Jesus Way: A Deep Dive Into the Lord's Prayer 2.00 Campbell, Gina Gilland 6/28-7/26/21
There will be required virtual session each Monday from 6:30 to 8:30 pm
Exploration, as contemporary disciples, of the Scriptural request "Jesus, teach us to pray.' Deepen appreciation of the Prayer's petitions through prayer practice, Biblical and theological reflection, art, dance, music.
RELIGION AND THE ARTS
RA-138-VT Music and Social Justice 2.00 credits, Instructor: Rosen, Carolyn 6:00PM - 8:00PM 6/21-7/30/21. This class will have some required virtual/Zoom sessions in the evenings.
The role of music in causes of peace and justice and the particular works (from hymns to major oratorios) that address themselves to these issues.
RA-175-VT Biblical Storytelling 2.00 credits, Instructor: Radosevic, Tracy A. 6/14-6/18/21This class will have required virtual/Zoom sessions during the day.
An exploration of biblical storytelling -- traditional oral presentations, electronic renderings, and a combination of the two -- in various ministry settings in the context of our digital culture, including the role and practice of biblical storytelling.
SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY
ST-253-VT Social Justice & Cinema: Racism, Colonialism & the Rights of the Marginalized 2.00 credits, Instructor: 6/7-7/16/21
An exploration of biblical storytelling -- traditional oral presentations, electronic renderings, and a combination of the two -- in various ministry settings in the context of our digital culture, including the role and practice of biblical storytelling.
WORLD RELIGIONS
WR-305-OL Scripture in World Religions Online, 2.00 credits, Instructor: Sayilgan, Mehmet Salih 6/1-6/30/21
Engaging with the scriptures of major world religions and their understanding of sacred text and word.
BIBLICAL INTERPRETATION
BI-213-VT Biblical Hebrew 6.00 credits, Instructor: Dombkowski Hopkins, Denise 7/5-8/13/21
There will be 2 required Zoom sessions per week, on Mondays and Tuesdays, from 7:30-9 p.m., for 6 weeks. The rest will be online.
Grammar, vocabulary and thought forms of Biblical Hebrew language.
BI-235-VT Divine Violence in Jewish, Christian, and Islamic Sacred Traditions: The Legacy of the Biblical Joshua 2.00 credits, Instructor: Creanga, Ovidiu 7/12-7/16/21
This course will have required virtual Zoom sessions during the day. This course meets the Interreligious World Requirement (WR)
A descriptive overview of divine-violence in the main Abrahamic faiths, with illustrations from the Conquest Narrative of Joshua (Josh. 1-12).
CHRISTIAN TEACHING & FORMATION
CF-206-VT Spirituality & Eco justice Along the Anacostia River 2.00 credits, Instructor: Norcross, Elizabeth Jean 7/19-7/23/21
Discovery of more harmonious relationships with creation through study of, and spiritual experience in, the local Chesapeake Bay ecosystem. Emphasis on spiritual practice.
CHURCH HISTORY
CH-208-VT The Church and the Civil Rights Movement 2.00 credits, Instructor:Hunt, C. Anthony 7/12-7/23/21
In additional to online work this class will meet on Zoom 6 times from 6:30-8:30 pm, Mon-Wed-Fri., July: 12, 14, 16, 19, 21, 23
An historical, theological and socio-cultural analysis of some of the major people, places and events of the Civil Rights Movement, with particular focus on the implications of the movement on the contemporary church.
CONGREGATIONAL LIFE & MINISTRY
CM-251-VT Polity of the United Methodist Church 2.00 credits, Instructor: Parks, Lewis A. 7/1-7/30/21
Required Zoom meetings Thursdays in July (1, 8, 15, 22, 29), 7:00p - 9:00pm ET
The Constitution and structural relationships of The United Methodist Church are examined with a particular focus upon the workings of the local church. Fulfills the UM Polity requirement for election to probationary membership and commissioning in The United Methodist Church as specified in The Book of Discipline 2008, Par. 324.4a.
PASTORAL CARE & COUNSELING
PC-226-VT Spirituality of Pastoral Care and Counseling 2.00 credits, Instructor: Koppel, Michael S. 7/20-7/30/21
Required virtual /Zoom sessions: Tues., July 20; Thurs, July 22, Tues., July 27; Thurs, July 29 from 10 am to 12 pm in addition to required learning modules on Bb
Investigation of interrelationship between spirituality, care and counseling. The theoretical and professional development of religious leaders and care givers including attention to: nature of spirituality and spiritual well-being and assessment; spiritual care and pastoral conversations; spiritual direction and relationship to pastoral care and counseling; religious problems in pastoral care and counseling.
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Tuition & Financial Aid
Wesley helps prepare students for ministry by developing a tuition rate that is a third of the actual cost of tuition and offers varying financial assistance options.
Non-degree study at Wesley Theological Seminary
This is an option if you are:
- Still discerning which degree program best fits your call to ministry
- Meeting a denominational course requirement for ministry
- You simply want to take a couple of master's level classes to transfer to another program of study.
- You are hoping to audit classes to gain or refresh knowledge
- Finding continuing education units (CEUs) to be beneficial to ongoing ministry
With very few exceptions, almost all master's courses offered at Wesley are open to non-degree students:
- To be admitted as a non-degree student, you must be a graduate of a regionally accredited college and must submit a completed non-degree application form Additionally, you must send an official transcript directly from the undergraduate college or university to the Wesley Office of Admissions. Non-degree students are not eligible for financial assistance or campus housing.
- Non-degree students may apply for entry to the M.Div., M.A., or M.T.S. degree programs by completing the respective full application process. If recommended by the Admissions Committee for entry, you may apply a maximum of nine hours credit from your non-degree student period toward the degree. Some degree applicants may be admitted into the non-degree student status because of an incomplete application for degree status.
Additionally, students admitted to the for-credit Wesley @ Pfeiffer University deacon's education, National Capital Semester for Seminarians, or U.S. Contexts Certificate programs are classified as non-degree students and granted the same privilege to freely take courses from among Wesley's fall and spring semester, or J-Term and summer term offerings.
Finally, the non-degree Certificate in Christian Studies provides focused education for personal theological enrichment. The Certificate in Christian Studies Program has a rolling admissions/registration process.
Visit Non-degree Programs to learn how to apply to the following programs:
Children and Youth Ministry and Advocacy Certificate
Certificate in Faith & Public Life
Courses for Academic Credit:
Apply as a non-degree student to take one or two courses to meet requirements of your denomination, church, or graduate school study.
Course requirements should be registered for "credit" on the application form. Official transcripts are required for admission.
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Please note: Courses taken for academic credit earn graduate-level credit and can be applied toward a Master's degree at Wesley.
How to Apply:
Apply and register as a "New Non-degree student" with this form: Click here
Returning Non-degree students, please use WesleyWeb to login and register: https://www.wesleyseminary.edu/my-wesley/.
Questions? Email admissions@wesleyseminary.edu
Continuing Education Units (CEU) :
Many professional church staff and clergy are required to obtain CEUs on an ongoing basis throughout their career. The same courses that are available for audit may also be taken for CEUs. For UMC staff and clergy fulfilling requirements, explore the guidelines for continuing education here.
Please note: Courses taken for CEUs will not earn graduate-level credit and cannot be applied toward a Master's degree at Wesley.
Tuition:
$100 per CEUƗ
Ordained clergy, diaconal ministers, or full-time lay denominational employees may enroll in regular semester courses and receive Continuing Education Units.
Ɨ For billing purposes, one semester hour equals 1.5 Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
How to Apply:
Apply and register as a "New Continuing Education student" with this form: Click here
Returning Continuing Education students, please use WesleyWeb to login and register: https://www.wesleyseminary.edu/my-wesley/.
Questions? Email admissions@wesleyseminary.edu
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2020-2021 Academic year tuition:
$682 per credit hour
Audit: $100 per credit hour
Wesley Alumni: one course per year (audit only) at no charge and $100 per hour for each subsequent course.
Alumni of Wesley Theological Seminary may audit one course for free per year. Audit tuition is $100 per credit hour. Please note: Courses taken for audit will not earn graduate-level credit and cannot be applied toward a masters or doctoral degree at Wesley.
What Is The Non-Degree Application Process?
Begin by having an undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university then click here to begin the application and registration form.
Also, you may visit our "Apply" page to learn about our application process and specific requirements by degree (or non-degree) program. Please contact Wesley's Office of Admissions if you have any questions by calling (202)885-8659 or email admissions@wesleyseminary.edu.
What Is The Degree Application Process?
Begin by having an undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university then click here to learn about our application process and specific requirements by degree (or non-degree) program. Please contact Wesley's Office of Admissions if you have any questions by calling (202)885-8659 or email admissions@wesleyseminary.edu.
Where Are Classes Held?
- Due to COVID-19 social distancing measures, most classes are held online. View the Fall semester update here.
- Main campus: Wesley classes are held primarily at the main Wesley campus (4500 Massachusetts Avenue, NW).
- Wesley Downtown:We also hold classes at Wesley Downtown (900 Massachusetts Avenue, NW).
- Online: Some classes are held entirely online.
- Hybrid/Blended: Wesley courses are also offered in a blended/hybrid format, which means the class is held both in a classroom and online using Blackboard.
Are There Exams and Papers With Each Course?
If taking the course for credit, there are class requirements, such as assignments and final papers/exams. More information is provided following registration in course materials made available prior to the start of class.
Spring 2021 Semester
December 15: Final deadline for Master's level applicants
December 15: Final deadline for January Term (J-Term) Non-degree applicants
January 15: Non-degree applicants
Fall 2021 Semester
November 15, 2020: Early admission priority
February 1, 2021: To be considered for Merit-based Financial Aid, Student Pastors, Community Engagement Fellows
March 1, 2021: International Applicants
May 1, 2021: Need-based financial aid
July 15, 2021: Final deadline for Master's level applicants
August 15, 2021: Non-degree applicants
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