Prepare for Ministry Without Leaving It
Many people desire to continue in their place of ministry while simultaneously being equipped for greater responsibility in God’s Kingdom. Mid-America’s online learning allows you to earn any of our degrees 100 percent online, without leaving the ministry context you’re in.
With 77 percent of experts saying that online learning is equal to or better than learning in a physical classroom, and 85 percent of students reporting no difference in their experience, you won’t sacrifice quality for convenience.
Additionally, because our online degree programs are accredited, you can be confident that your degree program has undergone the most rigorous tests to demonstrate its ability to assist you in reaching your goals.
Degrees Offered Online
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to your questions about our online programs.
It’s not just about convenience. It’s about connections—whether you’re in Memphis, Tennessee, or Memphis, Egypt. You not only get access to a world-class education—anytime, anywhere—you’re also connected with Mid-America faculty who are committed to being involved in students’ lives.
Yes. Mid-America is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
Mid-America Baptist Theological Seminary is a Christian institution whose primary purpose is to provide graduate theological training for effective service in church-related and missions vocations. Applicants to the Seminary must have professed Christ as Savior for at least one year before registration. Maturity of character, personal integrity, and commitment to Christian service are necessary for acceptable study in the Seminary.
As many as you like. Online students get the same great access to our academic advisors as residential students, so you’ll always be able to stay on track.
Yes.
All masters and doctoral degrees are available online at Mid-America Seminary, and associates and bachelors degrees are available through The College at Mid-America.
No. While Mid-America is Southern Baptist by theology and adherence to the Baptist Faith & Message, our students do not have to be a Southern Baptist. For more information about admissions requirements, visit the Admissions section of our site.
All Mid-America courses are fully accredited, so yes, as long as the courses fit into their degree program, credits should transfer. To be certain, please check with the institution to which you want to transfer the credit before enrolling in an online course.
All of our online classes and degree programs are fully accredited and offered 100 percent online. You can view our degree programs at our Academics Page.
Mid-America offers Fall courses that begin in August, and Spring courses that begin in January. Please view our Academic Calendar.
All courses, including doctoral degree programs, last sixteen weeks. Summer classes last eight weeks.
Visit our Application page to get started.
Mid-America is one of the most affordable seminaries in the nation. Visit our Tuition and Fees page to learn more.
Yes, 99 percent of Mid-America’s online course content is asynchronous, which means that you access the materials when it fits best with your schedule. You will have to keep up with the course work on a weekly basis. Professors assign specific dates for the completion of papers, projects, and assignments.
Please contact our Admissions Office at admissions@mabts.edu or (901) 751-3060.
