SEMINARY
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Answer the Call to Serve in Christ
However you feel called to serve the world through Christ, the Seminary programs at Indiana Wesleyan University offer a number of paths in ministry, education, and theological studies that can develop your knowledge of areas such as Biblical research, ministry leadership, church administration, and more. Choose from certificate, associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs.
Certificates
Take your service to the life of your church community to the next level, as you develop robust foundations in biblical studies, understanding church history, effective ministry practice, and more. Gain the practical and spiritual fundamentals you need to draw closer to Christ, as you prepare to bring others in deeper communion with Christian principles and biblical knowledge. You’ll explore:
- Effective methods for understanding the Bible
- Key theological principles
- Practical ministry skills
Associate Programs
Answer the call to serve others in Christ while you gain cross-functional expertise within ministry. Develop your approach to foundational aspects of ministry, including pastoral care and counseling, church administration and leadership, and more. Prepare to serve in a number of areas within local church and parachurch organizational settings through course studies in:
- Theology
- Practical ministry skills
- Biblical studies
Bachelor's Programs
Dive deeper into scripture and further enliven your faith as you develop the biblical foundation you need for bringing Christ to the world through your preaching, teaching, or ministry leadership. Explore foundational scriptural interpretation and theological contexts. Prepare for advanced biblical studies or ministry leadership through course studies in:
- Ministry leadership
- Practical ministry skills
- Biblical studies
Master's Programs
Amplify your commitment to your church ministry and elevate your approach to ministry leadership, biblical scholarship, and spiritual formation at the individual and church community levels. Continue serving the needs of your ministry while you pursue your choice of seven specialized paths within church ministry. You’ll explore areas such as:
- Pastoral Care
- Spiritual Formation
- Worship Arts
Doctoral Programs
Practice ministry leadership at the highest levels and make a bigger impact on the spiritual fervor and formation of church communities. Continue serving in your ministry while you deepen your approach to comprehending interpretive truths in biblical texts, understanding biblical theology, and fostering spiritual development within your church community. You’ll explore:
- Advanced theological frameworks
- Practical ministry skills
- In-depth biblical studies
WHY IWU?
From our deep roots in education meaningfully enriched by a faith-filled approach to learning and achievement to our commitment to sending servant leaders into the world to succeed through service – we exist to make a difference through our students.

CHRIST-CENTERED
Jesus Christ is at the heart of Indiana Wesleyan University. In all we do we seek to serve and glorify God.

INNOVATIVE
IWU has the people, resources, and visionary leadership to take advantage of opportunities created by our fast-changing world.

PIONEERING
Since 1920, Indiana Wesleyan University has been providing quality, Christian education to residential and commuter students.

COMPREHENSIVE
Throughout a student’s entire educational journey, IWU is poised to offer support in countless ways.

EXCELLENCE
Scholarship at IWU is more than distinguished academics; it is the high quality of work that is expected from students and faculty.
Wesley Seminary has been invaluable for my leadership development. As a result of a top-notch educational experience, I have been able to lean in more deeply to my calling. Leadership today is fraught with many challenges yet ripe for gospel opportunity. I would highly recommend Wesley Seminary for any leader seeking to make a transformational impact in the lives of those they lead.
Greg Tonagel – Master of Practical Theology and Doctor of Ministry, Wesley Seminary


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If you’re ready to commit to your purpose through a degree at IWU, request more information by filling out the form on this page and we will be in touch!
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