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PLEASE NOTE: In compliance with CDC recommendations, Wesley Theological Seminary is currently offering only online classes. All in person or hybrid courses (online plus limited in-person meetings) were suspended March 13, 2020. This will stay in effect until the CDC recommends it is safe to resume normal activities.

Click here to apply and register with one form

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By offering daytime, evening, weekend, and online courses Wesley allows you to explore the Christian tradition, world religions, artistic expression, faith and politics, and much more.

Use this page to explore our current and upcoming course offerings, browse our frequently asked questions, or click here to schedule a campus visit today!


During the spring and fall semesters, you can take foundational courses in biblical studies, try your hand in the arts, or delve into how our spiritual and religious convictions shape political dialogue.

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SUMMER 2020 COURSES FOR ENTERING STUDENTS

Summer courses

Summer 2020 registration is open and the semester runs from May 26-August 1, 2020. The full summer 2020 course schedule is available here: Course schedule.

Summer 2020 Online/Hybrid Courses:

Online:

  • CF-133-OL Teaching and Learning in Christian Education - Jana  Strukova
  • CM-251-OL Polity of the UMC  -  Dr.Jonathan Lemaster-Smith
  • CM-270-OL Praxis of Holistic Evangelism - Dr. Scott T. Kisker
  • ST-463-OL History of the UMC -  Dr. Charles Harrell (prerequisites required-CH101)
  • ST-464-OL Doctrine of the UMC - Dr. Charles Harrell (prerequisites required-CH101)
  • WR-305-OL Scripture in World Religions - Dr. Salih Sayligan (prerequisites required)

Hybrid:

  • Hybrid- ST-180-HB Philosophy for Theology -  Dr. Christopher Dreisbach
  • Hybrid - PW-314-HB To Live, To Pray, the Jesus Way: A Deep Dive Into The Lord's Prayer  - Rev. Gina Campbell (prerequisites required)
UMC Courses - Summer 2020 Expand

REGISTRATION OPENS MARCH 9TH

UM Polity

CM-251-OL Polity of the United Methodist Church 2.00 credit hours - 7/5-7/31/20 - Online. Instructor Lemaster-Smith, Jonathan

General Conference

CM-571-0 General Conference 2019: Leadership, Mission and Worship for the Global Church 2.00 credit hours - 4/1-5/15/20 - On-campus & Minneapolis, MN. Instructor: Matthews, Marcus
The United Methodist Church will have their next General Conference, May 5 – 15, 2020 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Convention Center.  This class will meet before the trip on 2 Saturday classes in April; & requires attendance at General Conference May 5-15. The purpose of this course is to share information about the 2020 General Conference. Students are responsible for all travel expenses.

*Information about the General Conference and housing arrangements is available via these links:   www.generalconference.org   -  https://gc2020welcome.org/stay/ 

UM Church History

  • ST-463-OL History of The United Methodist Church 2.00 credit hours - 6/1-6/30/20 - Online. Prereq: CH-102 Instructor Harrell, Charles L.
  • ST-463-K History of The United Methodist Church 2.00 credit hours - 7/27-7/31/20 M-F 9:00AM - 4:00PM - Main Campus. Prereq: CH-102 This course will be taught in Korean.

UM Doctrine

ST-464-OL Doctrine of The United Methodist Church 2.00 credit hours - 7/5-7/31/20 - Online.  Prereq: CH-102 Harrell, Charles L. Online

Fall 2020 courses (preview)

Fall 2020 registration opens April 2nd and the semester runs from August 31-December 18, 2020. Explore the courses available to incoming students using the button above or check out the highlights below. View the full Fall 2020 course schedule (as it becomes available) here: Fall 2020 Course schedule (subject to change)

Online/Hybrid Courses

  • BI-101-OL Introduction to Hebrew Bible 1 - Dr. Paul Cho
  • BI-171-HB Intro New Testament: Gospels (Saturday) -  Dr. Carla Works
  •  CF-290-HB Cultivating Mental Health (Saturday) - Dr. Jana Strukova
  • CH-101-OL Church Hist: Early-Reformation - Dr. Charles Harrell
  • CM-135-OL Personal Finance for Rel. Prof - Dr. Lovett Weems
  • CM-273-OL Evangelism + Emerging Generations - Dr. Doug Powe
  •  MM-101-HB Spiritual Formation for Ministry 1 
  • NC-114-OL Academic Writing Seminarians - Rev. Raedorah Stewart
  • PC-111-HB Pastoral Care + Counseling in Context (Monday nights) - Dr. MIchael Koppel

Spring courses

The Spring 2020 semester runs from January 22 to May 9 2020. The spring *J-term runs from January 6 to January 17, 2020 (read below for information on J-term). Spring 2020 course registration is CLOSED.

J-term courses are offered as an intensive before the spring semester starts. Students registering for J-Term courses should be aware that they will have reading and pre-course work before the J-Term starts.

More information on J-Term is available at https://wesleyseminary.edu/academics/academic-calendar/j-term/.

Spring course highlights include:

  • BioEthics and Pastoral Care – Dr. Sondra Wheeler (Daytime/Afternoon)
  • Caring for Community Through Non-Profit  Organizations– Dr. Jana Strukova (Hybrid -Online/Weekend)
  • The Holy in Washington – Dr. Aaron Rosen (Daytime/Afternoon)
  • Swords, Spaceships and Salvation – Dr. Rick Elgendy (Online)
  • Ecology and Moral Community - Dr. Joe Bush (Daytime/afternoon)
  • When does life begin and end? - Rabbi Fred Reiner (Daytime/morning)
  • The Art of Toni Morrison and the Problem of Theodicy – Dr. Josiah Young (Evenings)

J-term courses are offered as an intensive before the spring semester starts. Students registering for J-Term courses should be aware that they will have reading and pre-course work before the J-Term starts.

Highlights of our J-Term 2020 classes:

Worship in Popular Culture –  Dr. Anna Petrin 

Faith on Film – Dr. Deryl Davis 

Bodies, Books and God –  Dr. Katherine Brown 

Black Theological Critique of Spike Lee  -  Dr. Asa Lee 

Pastoral Care LGBTQIA+ Persons - Dr. Leo Yates

African Americans and Religious Freedom - Offered with the Religious Freedom Center


 

Do you have additional questions? Please click on our Frequently Asked Questions below for more information. Or, email admissions@wesleyseminary.edu. 

What Does It Cost To Try A Class? Expand

In general, course fees are based per credit hour.

2019-2020 Academic year tuition:
$662 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.

Continuing Education Units (CEU): $100 per CEU*
 
*Ordained clergy, diaconal ministers, or full-time lay denominational employees may enroll in regular semester courses and receive Continuing Education Units. For billing purposes, one semester hour equals 1.5 Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
Learn more about tuition and fees, financial aid and scholarships here.
Where Are Classes Held? Expand
  • 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? Expand

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.

What Is The Application Process? Expand

You can learn about our application process and specific requirements by degree (or non-degree) program by clicking here or contact the Admissions Office, admissions@wesleyseminary.edu or at 202-885-8659.


Interested in taking classes with the Religious Freedom Center (RFC) of the Newseum Institute in partnership with Wesley Theological Seminary?

To apply to take classes with the Newseum's Religious Freedom Center you must first apply to Wesley as a degree or non-degree seeking student.

Once admitted to Wesley you may then apply to the Newseum's RFC. Please visit their website to learn more about the admissions process.

Partial or full scholarships are available in some cases through the RFC. Please indicate you are a Wesley student on your application. 

Please contact Wesley's Office of Admissions if you have any questions by calling (202)885-8659 or email admissions@wesleyseminary.edu. 

Who can I talk to about my plans to attend seminary? Expand

Please contact one of Wesley's Recruiters in the Office of Admissions:

Elijah Ferebee, Recruiter

eferebee@wesleyseminary.edu

202-885-8642

Elijah is a 3rd year Wesley Master of Divinity student. Raised in Brooklyn, NY, Elijah earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology at Virginia State University. While an undergrad, Elijah heard and felt God’s call. With a passion for mental health, pastoral care and counseling, Elijah hopes to integrate this into his ordained ministry in the United Methodist Church. Elijah gained valuable ministry leadership experiences as part of VSU’s United Campus Ministries and as a Virginia Annual Conference intern. Here at Wesley, Elijah serves as a campus residence manager and is active in Wesley’s Association of Black Seminarians. Elijah is dedicated to empowering and uplifting others through the guidance of the Holy Spirit, believing his life’s greatest reward is the ability to glorify God with everything that he is and with all he has been given!


Samantha "Sammy" Klipsch, Recruiter

sklipsch@wesleyseminary.edu

202-885-8653

Sammy is from Louisiana and is in her third year of her Masters of Divinity at Wesley. She is part of the Community Engagement Fellows with a focus in Missional Theology. Sammy hopes to one day serve as a pastor to a local church, and is excited to walk with people on their journey to and through seminary. She has deepened her experiences of ministry both inside and outside of the church through working as a youth minister, helping launch an inclusive campus ministry, interning for Center for Inclusivity in Chicago and a brief stint working with InspireDC. Sammy strives to meet people where they are and works to help those ostracized by the church find connection with God and community. 

Learn About Life as a Full-time Wesley Student

Our Window on Wesley days and Welcome Table evenings are designed to give you a window into the Wesley community. Attend chapel, sit in on a class, talk with students, and gather admissions and financial aid information. Learn more and register.

We’d love to help you find the learning or visit opportunity that’s right for you. Contact the admissions office at admissions@wesleyseminary.edu or (202) 885-8659.

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