I appreciate this degree programme for the excellent teaching of our professors, gaining immeasurable value in spiritual knowledge, and saving our time and money since we don't have to go abroad for studies. (Myanmar, '05 Grad)
I did not just learn about the knowledge but the life examples of the professors and everyone in ABTS. Your examples challenged us to go to the mission field by faith. (Hong Kong Student)
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)
Degree Requirements
for the In-Ministry MRE Degree
for the In-Ministry MRE Degree
- Completion of a minimum of five years of ministry experience prior to graduation, with evidence of commitment to Christ and moral character and conduct.
- Completion of 32 credit hours of work with at least a 2.5 grade point average. Twelve of these 32 hours must be taken in approved residence seminars. The remaining 20 hours may be taken by extension. A maximum of 12 applicable hours taken from an accredited institution within the last 5 years may be transferred into the In-Ministry MRE degree.
- Completion of a minimum of six credit hours in biblical studies, six credit hours in theology, and twelve credit hours in the chosen area of ministry concentration: Educational Ministries, Pastoral Ministries or Intercultural Ministries.
- Submission of a student portfolio demonstrating growth in spiritual development, ministry skills and ability in the Word as a result of the student’s educational experience in this degree program.
- Completion of all degree requirements within 5 years.