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North Park Theological Seminary

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About the Seminary

North Park Theological Seminary (NPTS) believes theological education is not only about Bible, theology, history, or ministry courses, but also about providing the tools needed to be missionally effective across cultural, economic, geographic, and gender lines. 

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Admissions

We provide: 

  • Spiritual formation and intentional community 
  • Academic rigor and intercultural social justice 
  • Full-, part-time, and cohort study 
  • Main campus and distance learning formats 
  • Scholarships and financial aid 

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Academics

We offer: 

  • Four traditional graduate degrees 
  • Six dual-degrees with the School of Business and Nonprofit Management 
  • Eight graduate certificate programs 

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Financial Aid

At North Park Theological Seminary, our long-standing commitment to keeping theological education affordable is part of who we are. We work hard to provide a tuition rate that reflects the cost of attending the seminary and provide an array of scholarship and financial aid options. Learn more about our robust financial aid options to see how seminary can be affordable for you.

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Community Life

We prepare you for ministry in the classroom and the community. You’ll develop: 

  • Habits of study, prayer, reading, health, and fellowship  
  • Relationships with your classmates and professors, who will be your supporters and prayer warriors  
  • Fellowship through events, worship, groups, lectureships and service 

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Calendar and Events

Check here for a consolidated view of academic, social, and worship events coming up at the Seminary.

Continuing Education for Covenant Pastors

North Park offers robust continuing education programs, including foundational courses necessary for credentialing and fieldwork. Distance learning opportunities are available. 

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Credentialing

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ARE YOU PREPARED TO ANSWER GOD'S CALL?

"From the classroom, to the Church, to the city, to the world, we will help prepare you."

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