| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-07-31 | - |
| 2024-11-15 | - |
| 2025-02-15 | - |
| 2025-05-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Christian Studies is a one-year full-time or part-time program that deepens understanding of the Christian faith and issues of vocation and ministry. It provides a flexible option for individuals seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in Christian discipleship and mission. The program requires completion of 11 credits, including required courses in Acts of Piety, Bible Interpretation, and courses in Global Christian Heritage and Theology and Ethics.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Graduate Certificate in Christian Studies (GCCS) is a one-year full-time or several-year part-time program designed to deepen understanding of the Christian faith and issues of vocation and ministry. It provides a flexible option for individuals seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in Christian discipleship and mission, regardless of whether they intend to pursue full-time professional Christian service. The program nurtures a life of discipleship and mission, enabling participants to develop a knowledge base, skill set, and multicultural sensitivities essential for understanding and applying the Christian faith in a hurting world.
Outline:
The GCCS program requires completion of 11 credits, comprising:
- Required Courses:
- Acts of Piety (THEO 6001) (2 credits)
- Bible I - Interpreting and Teaching Christian Scripture (THEO 6010) (3 credits)
- At least one course in the Global Christian Heritage sequence (3 credits)
Seattle Pacific University
Overview:
Seattle Pacific University (SPU) is a nationally ranked, private Christian liberal arts university located in Seattle, Washington. It is committed to graduating individuals of competence and character, fostering wisdom, and cultivating a grace-filled community.
Services Offered:
Student Life and Campus Experience:
SPU offers a vibrant campus experience with opportunities for outdoor adventures, engaging Christian faith and service, and a strong sense of community. The student-faculty ratio is 11:1, allowing for personalized attention and mentorship.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Outstanding Faculty:
SPU boasts a dedicated faculty committed to student success.World-Class Opportunities:
Students have access to a range of opportunities for growth and development, including internships, research, and study abroad programs.Engaging Christian Faith and Service:
SPU fosters a strong Christian community and encourages students to engage in service and outreach.Seattle Advantage:
Located in Seattle, students benefit from the city's cultural and economic opportunities.Academic Programs:
SPU offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across various disciplines, including:
Arts and Humanities:
Art, Art History, Communication Studies, English, History, Music, Philosophy, Theatre, Visual CommunicationBusiness and Economics:
Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Information Systems, Marketing, Politics, Philosophy & EconomicsEducation:
Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Special Education, Teacher Certification, Educational LeadershipEngineering and Computer Science:
Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, General Engineering, Mechanical EngineeringHealth Sciences:
Exercise Science, Nursing, Nutrition and DieteticsScience and Mathematics:
Applied Human Biology, Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Ecology, Life Science, Mathematics, Physics, PhysiologySocial Sciences:
Psychology, SociologyTheology:
Christian Theology, Christian Studies, DivinityOther:
- SPU has an average undergraduate class size of 19 students.
- 54% of undergraduate students are from historically underrepresented groups.
- 89% of bachelor recipients are employed or in graduate school one year after graduation.
- SPU has a total enrollment of 2,662 students.
- 97% of undergraduates receive financial aid.
- 80% of students complete an internship.
- SPU has 12 NCAA Division II sports teams.
