ACADEMICS

Equipping You for Effective Ministry

Academic Excellence Rooted in Biblical Truth

At Hartwell Divinity School™ (HDS), our academic programs are designed to equip you with the theological knowledge and practical skills needed for effective ministry. Our curriculum integrates rigorous academic study with spiritual formation, ensuring that you are well-prepared to lead and serve in diverse ministry contexts.

Academic Overview

HDS offers comprehensive theological courses, certificates, and degrees that combine in-depth biblical education with practical ministry training. The program is structured to foster spiritual growth and prepare you for various ministry roles, including pastoral leadership, missionary work, and academic research.

Biblical Studies: Deepen your understanding of Scripture through rigorous study of the Old and New Testaments.
Theological Foundations: Explore key doctrines and develop a robust theological framework.
Practical Ministry: Gain hands-on experience in pastoral care, preaching, and church administration.
Spiritual Formation: Participate in professor-led discipleship groups and spiritual retreats.
Apologetics: Learn to defend the faith and engage with contemporary cultural issues.

Academic Overview

HDS offers comprehensive theological courses and certificates that combine in-depth biblical education with practical ministry training. The program is structured to foster spiritual growth and prepare you for various ministry roles, including pastoral leadership, missionary work, and academic research.

Biblical Studies: Deepen your understanding of Scripture through rigorous study of the Old and New Testaments.
Theological Foundations: Explore key doctrines and develop a robust theological framework.
Practical Ministry: Gain hands-on experience in pastoral care, preaching, and church administration.
Spiritual Formation: Participate in professor-led discipleship groups and spiritual retreats.
Apologetics: Learn to defend the faith and engage with contemporary cultural issues.

College Credit & Degree Options

College credit and degree options are available on campus or online through dual credit, dual enrollment, and credit transfer via accredited partners.* Additionally, international students and residents of Florida can earn religious degrees† online from Hartwell University®.

If you are interested in earning college credits or an accredited graduate degree, please contact us to inquire of the options.

*Accredited degrees are conferred solely by our partner institutions. Enrollment in Hartwell Divinity School™ (HDS) is optional and is not required to earn a degree from these partners. Acceptance of transfer credit is always determined by the receiving institution. HDS has no role in administering federal student aid (Title IV) programs.

†Religious degrees are conferred by Hartwell University®, which operates under a religious exemption from the Florida Commission for Independent Education and offers these degrees to international students and Florida residents. They are designed to prepare students for ministry and other religious vocations. Hartwell University is not accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.