School of Theology
Academy: Whether you’re an undergraduate or a seminary student, you’ll experience a rigorous yet supportive academic environment, learning from outstanding biblical and theological scholars who possess a deep Christian faith.
Abbey: In the School of Theology, we stress accountable discipleship, providing opportunities for you to worship and fellowship in intentional Christian community, in order to be formed more and more in the likeness of Christ.
- Apostolate: The School of Theology is a place where we prepare you to go into the world. You’ll participate in service activities — acts of mercy and justice — that will sometimes stretch you beyond your comfort zone for the sake of the gospel.
Are you looking for a community of scholars and friends who have a deep, abiding commitment to Christian faith that reaches around the world and is local at the same time? The School of Theology at Seattle Pacific University is that place. Through a unique model of scholarship, spiritual edification, and service that we call “Academy, Abbey, and Apostolate,” students are educated and equipped to engage the culture as thoughtful people.
Seattle Pacific Seminary Programs
We offer two master’s programs — the Master of Arts in Theology (M.A.) and the Master of Divinity (M.Div.) — in an environment where you can flourish.
Undergraduate Programs
Choose from two majors — Christian Theology and Educational Ministry — and seven minors. Students of all majors take our University Foundations courses.
News and Resources
Register Now: Asian American Ministry Symposium, June 15-16
Discover what church leaders need to consider when preaching to different generations — both inside and outside of the Asian American community. Register now to join this interactive symposium.
Rob Wall on Translating Scripture
Rob Wall, SPU’s Paul T. Walls Professor of Scripture and Wesleyan Studies, spoke at the annual meeting of the Society of Biblical Literature in San Francisco about his translation work on the Common English Bible. Watch excerpt.
Levison Publishes New Book on the Holy Spirit
Professor of New Testament Studies Jack Levison's new book, Fresh Air: The Holy Spirit for an Inspired Life (Paraclete Press, April 2012),"takes the holy spirit from the mountaintop to the grit of everyday life, with fresh biblical studies, personal stories, and practical strategies for living an inspired and purposeful life."
Eugene Peterson Speaks About Scripture as Formation
On October 20–21, Eugene Peterson — SPU Class of 1954 and paraphrasing translator of The Message — was the featured speaker at a sold-out conference on "Scripture as Formation" held at SPU. Listen to Peterson's conference addresses.
Reconciliation Studies at Seattle Pacific
Professors Brenda Salter McNeil and Kerry Dearborn talk about Christian reconciliation in the 21st century.