My greatest appreciation to God for the vision of the Seminary in bringing the training and tools to my country. (Philippine Grad '05)
Asia has a plethora of religions and invites a tendency to blend some of the old practices . . . That's why we insist that students be able to discern what is biblical, what is unbiblical; what is truth, what is untruth; and not simply accept everything that is presented to them. (Dr. Nienhuis)
The ABTS program has been a perfect fit for our ministry in Korea. By taking only 1-2 courses per year, it enables us to keep fresh and growing while doing ministry. ('05 Grad)
About ABTS
A US Degree in Asia!
Through Asia Baptist Theological Seminary, the Association of Baptists for World Evangelism and Cornerstone University make available graduate-level theological education to eligible national church leaders and foreign missionaries ministering in Asia. Since 1983, this program has provided the opportunity to earn Masters Degrees from Cornerstone University while remaining in Asia.
Accredited Masters Degrees
Cornerstone University and its associated seminaries are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools and are authorized to grant degrees by the Michigan State Board of Education. Students are guaranteed to receive the same quality and standards of education as those students studying on the US campus and receive fully accredited degrees.
Ministry Highly Valued - Tuition Set Low
ABTS aims to accomplish its mission through an integrated program of biblical, theological, and professional studies delivered through a combination of distance education courses and residence seminars offered in selected cities in Asia. Educational activities endeavor to provide training within the context of the student’s life, work and ministry setting. Tuition levels for both extension courses and residence seminars have been adjusted to fit the economies of Asian countries.
Based in Singapore
ABTS maintains an office in Singapore with a full-time staff for the purpose of general management and oversight of the program as well as to provide a centralized core of full-time scholars and teachers. This central office also serves as a resource and consultation center of personnel, curriculum, and materials for theological education in Asia. Seminars are taught by a carefully selected roster of full-time faculty members, professors from the Grand Rapids campus and qualified adjunct faculty with experience in Asia.
Our Sponsoring Mission
ABWE is an independent Baptist mission determined, under God, to be a spiritually empowered family of servants committed to glorifying him. As representatives of our sending churches, we follow Christ's command to evangelize, disciple, train leadership and establish reproducing Baptist churches in agreement with our doctrinal statement. We are committed to integrity, excellence, compassion and accountability until our Lord returns.
Our Home Campus
Our Home Campus
Cornerstone University is a theologically conservative institution of Christian higher education that enables individuals to apply unchanging biblical principles in a rapidly changing world.
Our Purpose
The Association of Baptists for World Evangelism and Cornerstone University are in partnership to provide theologically conservative graduate education in Asia to Bible school professors, pastors, missionaries and local church leaders.
Our Goals
- To help shape the theology of Asia
- To enhance ministry competencies
Our Educational Values
- Centrality of the text
- Importance of theology
- Critical thinking
- Andragogy
- Cultural sensitivity
Our Student Learning Objectives
Students studying in Asia Baptist Theological Seminary will:
1. Appreciate the centrality of the Biblical text; demonstrate competence in exegeting, interpreting and applying Scripture in personal and ministry situations.
2. Develop theological convictions and philosophies of ministry; integrate these principles into personal life, cultural milieu, and ministry settings.
3. Synthesize new insights from seminars, reading and analysis into ministry contexts; trace the end results of ministry innovations, either verification of methods applied or analysis of failure and lessons learned.
4. Apply critical thinking in reading, writing and discussion; evaluate relevant data and make decisions consistent with the truth of Scripture.
5. Evaluate concepts of leadership utilizing effective organizational and group communication skills; network with colleagues who can support one another in the ministry.
6. Analyze culture from a distinctly Christian worldview; develop methodologies for and deepen commitments to building Christ’s church worldwide.
Our Student Conduct Policy
To encourage our students’ growth in biblical character, ABTS limits enrollment to those who seek to live in conformity with the teaching of scripture and to fulfill their responsibilities as students and Christians. We ask, therefore, that students certify their willingness to abide by the following basic standards of conduct:
1. To seek to obey every divine command in order to maintain a right relationship with God, fellow man, and the created order.
2. To participate in Christian service and faithfully attend a local church.
3. To study carefully and complete course work to the best of their abilities.
