PROGRAMS OF STUDY
A Conservative Theological Education Designed for You
Hartwell Divinity School’s pedagogical model makes high-quality theological education achievable, affordable, and accessible.
Explore Programs
Whether pursuing a degree or seeking education for personal growth, Hartwell Divinity School has the right program track for you.
For College Students
Our undergraduate program offers both two-year and four-year tracks for our students to earn credit towards an A.A. in Divinity or a B.A. in Divinity. Building a solid starting foundation for those interest in a career in ministry.
For Ministry Leaders
Our graduate program offers an advanced theological and ministerial education. Through our M.Div. or M.A. programs, students will be equipped to become effective ministry leaders committed to advance the mission of Christ in the Church and in today’s world.
For Families and Working Professionals
The Fortress is Hartwell’s solution for all laypeople seeking a theological education at a convenient pace and cost. No matter the stage of life they are in, the Fortress offers its students the necessary theological training to grow in knowledge and stand confidently in defense of the Faith.
Our Pedagogical Model
All of our program tracks follow Hartwell Divinity School’s pedagogical model
Community - Centered Instruction
Accessibility Without Compromise
Practical Application
Deep theological study taught with attention to practical application for real world contexts.
What This Means...
Community- Centered Instruction
All Hartwell Divinity School program tracks and courses offer live-weekly video instruction led by highly-trained professors and theologians. Students will have the opportunity to engage in a Socratic model of discussion, with devoted time set aside for questions and answers, to stimulate critical thinking and active learning. In the online lecture hall, students will be encouraged to participate in cooperative debate, not solely for building knowledge, but also for building relationships with the instructors and one another.
Accessibility Without Compromise
The faculty at Hartwell Divinity School are committed to helping to develop their students’ academic and spiritual growth. Each one of our professors and instructors were handpicked by our President and Board of Trustees and have a deep understanding of their calling to train and equip tomorrow’s ministry leaders. Our faculty not only understand the challenges and stressors their students may face during their academic career at Hartwell, they are committed to helping students overcome barriers to grow and excel at Hartwell.
Practical Application
A theological education at Hartwell Divinity School goes beyond the “walls” of the online lecture hall into the real world. Students will learn how utilize their critical thinking skills to wisely apply a biblically-accurate worldview in their unique ministry contexts. Rather than compromising on truth to gain relevance in the secular world, students at Hartwell Divinity will learn to confidently defend the Faith in every time, context, and place.
Accreditation Statement
Hartwell Divinity School™ (HDS) is a collaborative program of two sister institutions, Hartwell Quest® and Hartwell University®. Neither institution is accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
- Hartwell Quest® is based in Arizona and is exempt from licensure by the Arizona State Board for Private Postsecondary Education. It offers religious and avocational courses and certificates, and it does not grant college credit or degrees.
- Hartwell University® is based in Florida and operates under a religious exemption from the Florida Commission for Independent Education. It offers courses, certificates, and religious degrees.
International students and Florida residents enroll in HDS through Hartwell University®, where they can take courses and earn certificates and religious degrees. All other students enroll through Hartwell Quest®, where they can take courses and earn certificates.
HDS students may also pursue accredited college credit and degrees through our credit transfer, dual credit, and dual enrollment partnerships with accredited institutions. Credit may also transfer to many other colleges and universities, including ABHE and TRACS schools, subject to each receiving institution’s review and approval.*
Are you ready to join a community
of men and women who know truth and
defend faith with theological integrity and clarity?
*Accredited degree options are fully provided by our partner institutions. Enrollment at Hartwell Divinity School™ (HDS) is optional and not required to earn an academic degree from these partners. HDS does not manage any part of Title IV program participation. For more information on credit transfers and accredited degree options, please contact us.
†Degrees from Hartwell Divinity School™ are also offered through Hartwell University® to international students and Florida residents. Additionally, every HDS student has the opportunity to earn transfer credits and dual credit degrees through special partnerships with accredited institutions.
