General Requirements

The Apostles Theological Seminary grants degrees to students completing an online regimen of study in any of four distance learning programs comprised of pertinent courses from our eleven schools or departments of study. All four ATS degree programs are based upon the intensive study of the revelation of Christ and His Kingdom entrusted to the Apostles of the first century. Upon successful completion of a specific degree program, the graduate will receive an Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's or Doctoral Degree in Apostolic and Prophetic Studies with a Ministry Specialization in the student's area of grace gifting and calling. Instead of a ministry specialization, an ATS student may choose to concentrate in a specific area of interest such as Biblical Studies, Apostles Doctrine, Church History, Theology, Christian Civilization, and etc.

Please note: Letters and numbers (AD250, AM350, etc.) used to identify courses under the degree requirements below constitute a short name for a particular course. The letters stand for the school or department in which a particular course is located, and the numbers stand for the degree level. (Click on ATS Course Catalog for the names of our 11 Schools or Departments of Study and to review a comprehensive listing of ATS courses.)

Also, the expressions first year, second year, third year, and so forth used in the description of courses required for our four degrees are based upon the traditional approach to education followed by brick and mortar schools, however, since ATS is an online seminary and our courses are archived, students may work at their own pace, as long as the faculty overseer for a particular course is available to manage the course and grade the work done. Therefore the length of time required to receive a degree is dependent upon how much time a student has to devote to course work and the availability of faculty overseers.

Associate's of Apostolic And Prophetic Studies With Specialization

Degree Objective

The ATS Associate's Degree in Apostolic And Prophetic Studies (AAS) is designed to introduce the student to the apostolic and prophetic revelation entrusted by Jesus to His original apostles. It is the first of four unique online distance-learning degree programs, designed for those already actively involved in five-fold ministry.

Upon completion of this unique, one-of-a-kind course of study the graduate of the Associate's program will have an in depth overview of apostolic and prophetic ministry (i.e. the Gospel of the Kingdom proclaimed by the first apostles, as well as, the apostles' understanding or doctrine of Christ and His Kingdom, Kingdom initiation, the nature, governmental structure, and mission of Christ's Church, and what it is going to take in order to restore authentic apostolic foundations and reform the Church, so that it functions as one Church in the earth. The Associate's Degree consists of 60 Credit Hours chosen from the Core Curriculum of the Bachelor's program.

Course Requirements for the Associate's Degree

The graduate of the Associate's program will receive an Associate's Degree in Apostolic and prophetic Studies with Specialization in a ministry or area of interest. This program consists of 2 areas of concentration. The first area is the core curriculum: 15 courses (or their equivalents), totaling 45 Credit Hours, selected from the Bachelor's Core Courses.

AD200 Mystery of Redemption, Conquest of Satan in Jesus' Death, Resurrection, & Enthronement

AD250 Non-Negotiables of Apostolic Christianity, the Doctrine of the Apostles
AI100 Authority & Interpretation of the Scriptures, Formation of Canon & Jesus' Hermeneutic
OT130 History of Old Covenant Israel, Survey of Old Testament
NT160 New Testament Survey, Historical Setting & Survey of the NT
CH101 History of Christianity I, First Century to the Great Schism of Eastern & Western Churches
CH102 History of Christianity II, Reformation By Luther & Calvin to Present
AM110 Signs & Wonders, Power-Evangelism & Miracles Today
AM190 Spiritual Formation for Ministry, Integrating Spiritual Life with Ministry
AM200 Managing & Resolving Conflicts in Church Life, Principles of Conflict Resolution
AM207 God's Agenda for the 21st Century, Biblical Requirements for an Apostolic Reformation
AM250 Work of Apostles & Apostolic Companies in the 21st Century, Apostle's Message, Mission & Methods
PM107 Ministry of Apostles, Prophets, & the Apostolic-Prophetic Church
EM105 Prophetic or Spirit-led Evangelism, Soul Winning methods of Jesus
CIV205 Dominion Covenant, New Covenant, Messiah's Kingdom, & Conquest of Satan's Kingdom

In addition to the core curriculum, the Associate's student is required to choose a minimum of 5 courses from an area of ministry specialization. These courses form a special concentration of study in the area of a student's grace-gift, ministry calling or interest: Apostolic, Prophetic, Evangelistic, Pastoral and etc. (These are selected from the 11 ATS schools or departments of study as outlined in the ATS Course Catalog.)

Degree Prerequisites

A high school diploma or its equivalent in life-learning achievement or experience is required for admission to the Associate's program. Students applying to the Apostles Theological Seminary should submit academic transcripts of completed coursework to the ATS registrar. Upon review of transcripts by the Academic Dean's office, a determination will be rendered to the applicant regarding admittance and whether or not remedial coursework is required. A life learning and achievement survey may also be submitted to the Dean of Admissions. Upon approval, admission will be granted to the applicant. (See the explanation of the Life-Learning And Accomplishments Evaluation on the Admissions page of the ATS website.)

Bachelor's of Apostolic And Prophetic Studies With Specialization

Degree Objective

Bachelor's Degree in Apostolic and Prophetic Studies (B.A.S.) is designed to equip the student with a working knowledge of Biblical study, theology, and ministry in preparation for effective service to the Church of Jesus Christ and the Kingdom of God. It is the first in a series of three online distance learning programs in Apostolic and Prophetic Studies with Specialization. The graduate of the Bachelor's program will have the ability to understand, communicate and work with the apostolic foundations of the Christian faith and function effectively with other ministers in the area of the students grace-gift or calling. Consequently, this comprehensive program requires the successful completion of a minimum of 120 credit-units. The Bachelor's Degree or it's equivalent is the prerequisite for subsequent graduate degrees offered by ATS in advanced Biblical, ministerial, and theological studies.

Course Requirements for the Bachelor's Degree

The graduate of the Bachelor's program will receive a Bachelor's Degree in Apostolic and Prophetic Studies with Specialization in accordance with the student's grace gift or calling. As a result, this program will consist of 3 areas of concentration. The first area is the core curriculum: 30 courses (or their equivalents), totaling 90 Units, required of all students receiving the Bachelor's Degree.

AD200 Mystery of Redemption, Conquest of Satan in Jesus' Death, Resurrection & Enthronement
AD250 Non-Negotiables of Apostolic Christianity, Doctrine of the Apostles
AD400 Apostolic Government & Biblical Elders, Fellowship of Apostles & Global Elders
CH101 History of Christianity I, First Century to Great Schism of Eastern & Western Churches
CH102 History of Christianity II, Reformation under Luther & Calvin to the Present
CH300 Church History & Modern Movements
CH401 History & Theology of the Black Church, Influence of the Black Church on Civil Rights Movement
TH300 Salvation Words, Grace, Reconciliation, Regeneration, Justification, Sanctification, & Glorification
AI100 Authority & Interpretation of the Scriptures, Formation of the Canon & Jesus' Hermeneutic
OT130 History of Old Covenant Israel, Survey of the Old Testament
OT405 Isaiah, Prophet of the New Creation
NT160 New Testament Survey, Historical Setting & Survey of the New Testament
NT360 Acts of the Apostles, First Apostolic Mission, Gather Remnant of Israel & First-Fruits of Nations
NT370 Paul's Epistles III, a Study of I and II Timothy and Titus
NT461 Last Days According to Jesus & the Prophets, Eschatology of Jesus & Prophets of Israel
NT463 The Revelation of Jesus Christ, Jesus' Prophecy of Judgment of Jerusalem & Temple
NT470 Epochs in the Life & Ministry of Jesus, Harmony of the Gospels & Turning Points in Jesus' Ministry
AM110 Signs & Wonders, Power-Evangelism & Miracles Today
AM190 Spiritual Formation For Ministry, Integrating Spiritual Life with Ministry & Ministering Out of Overflow
AM200 Managing & Resolving Conflicts in Church Life, Principles of Conflict Resolution
AM207 God's Agenda for 21st Century, Biblical Requirements for Apostolic Reformation
AM250 Work of Apostles & Apostolic Companies in 21st Century, The Apostles' Message, Mission, Methods
AM350 Prophetic Models for an Apostolic Reformation, Reformation of Israel by Joshua, David, & Nehemiah
AM410 Imprecatory Psalms, Praying the Justice Prayers of the Church
AM430 Conquering Nations Through Prayer & Fasting, Faith of Jesus, Kingdom Faith & Prayer of Command
PM107 Ministry of Apostles & Prophets & the Apostolic & Prophetic Church
CIV101 Apostolic Architecture & Kingdom Civilization, Restoring Apostolic Foundations & Rebuilding Nations
CIV205 Dominion Covenant, Messiah's Kingdom, the New Covenant, & the Conquest of Satan's Kingdom
EM105 Prophetic or Spirit-led Evangelism, Soul-winning Methods of Jesus & the Apostles
EM400 Native Religions, Indigenous Peoples, & Christian Mission

In addition to the core curriculum the student is required to choose a minimum of 5 courses from an area of ministry specialization. These courses form a special concentration of study in the area of a student's grace-gift, ministry calling or interest: Apostolic, Prophetic, Evangelistic, Pastoral and etc.(See our 11 schools or departments of study outlined in the ATS Course Catalog .)

The third area of study is the elective portion of the program. To round out the Bachelor's program, the student will complete a minimum of 4 courses of elective study. These may be selected from any of the various ATS Schools or Departments of Study. Students are encouraged to choose courses pertaining to their individual interests. (See ATS Course Catalog.)

Altogether, these 3 areas of concentration total a minimum of 120 credit-units to be successfully completed prior to the issuance of the Bachelor's Degree.

ATS courses are designed to be taken progressively based on the students level of development. For instance courses in the 100 series are designed for first year students. Courses in the 200 series are designed for 2nd year students, courses in the 300 series are for 3rd year students, and 400 courses are for 4th year students. Each successive series builds upon the knowledge and ministry experience obtained from the previous level.

Degree Prerequisites

A high school diploma or its equivalent in life-learning or experience is required for admission to the Bachelor's program. Students applying to the Apostles Theological Seminary should submit academic transcripts of completed coursework to the ATS registrar. Upon review of transcripts by the Academic Dean's office, a determination will be rendered to the applicant regarding admittance and  whether or not remedial coursework is required. A life learning and achievement survey may also be submitted to the Dean of Admissions. Upon approval, admission will be granted to the applicant. (See Life-Learning And Accomplishments Evaluation on the Admissions page of the ATS website.)

Master's of Apostolic and Prophetic Studies With Specialization

Degree Objective

Master's Degree in Apostolic and Prophetic Studies with Specialization (M.A.S.) is a graduate program for leadership training in the disciplines of Biblical study, theology, and ministry. It is the second of three distance learning programs built upon a concentrated study of the Biblical revelation entrusted by Christ to the original Apostles, and is specifically designed for students seeking advanced Biblical, theological, and ministerial training. The graduate of the Master's program will be trained in the curriculum necessary to fulfill a leadership role in restoring the apostolic foundations laid by Jesus and His apostles and in birthing a true apostolic reformation. Consequently, this comprehensive program requires the successful completion of 90 credit-units.

Course Requirements for the Master's degree

The graduate of the Master's program will receive a Master's Degree in Apostolic and Prophetic Studies with Specialization in an area of ministry or interest suited to the students grace-gift or calling. Therefore, this program of study consists of 4 areas of concentration.

The first area is the core curriculum. A minimum of 13 courses (or their equivilants), totaling 39 credit-units are required of all students receiving the Master's Degree:

AD501  Messiah's Day, Purpose of The Present Administration of Messiah's Kingdom
AD502  Lord's Day, Church's Day of Worship & Role in Judgment of Governments & Nations
AD503  Kingdom Theology I,  Controversy & Confusion of Christ's Kingdom
AD504  Kingdom Theology II, Covenants & Christ
AD505  Kingdom Theology III, Comforter & Church
AD506  Kingdom Theology IV, Conquest of Satan's Kingdom & The Consummation
AD507  King, Kingdom, & Holy Spirit  
AD600  Christ's Kingdom, His Church, & Possessing Nations
CH500  History of Dogma in Light of the Apostles Doctrine
CH504  New Apostolic Reformation: Paradigm Shifts, Strategies & Structures
CIV504  Kingdom Economics: Creating Wealth & Impacting the Marketplace
CIV612  Social Justice: Confronting Economic, Social, & Civil Injustice
CIV600  Creation's Order Versus Feminism & Alternate life Styles

Note: While lectures and online discussions are still considered an integral part of coursework, ATS Master's level courses rely heavily on directed study with reading and writing assignments dealing with key viewpoints and literature in a particular field of study. This approach is specifically designed to develop mastery of pertinent subject matter and enable the Master's student to handle strategic issues facing the Church today. In addition to reading and writing assignments the Master's candidate is required to participate in online forums and chat room discussions.

In addition to the core curriculum the student is required to choose a minimum of 4 courses from an area of ministry specialization. These will total a minimum of 12 credit-units. (See ATS Course Catalog for specialization in a specific area of ministry or interest.)

The third area of concentration is the elective portion of the program. To round out the Master's program, the student will complete a minimum of 3 courses of elective study. These can be selected from any of the respective ATS schools. Students are encouraged to choose courses pertaining to their individual ministry interests.(See ATS Course Catalog.)

The fourth area of concentration is the writing or field work project. The graduate student will demonstrate his or her mastery of the field of study by submitting a written thesis of 25 pages or by the completion of a field project approved by the student's faculty advisor. This portion of the program will count toward 30 credit-units.

Altogether, these 4 areas of concentration total a minimum of 90 credit-units to be successfully completed prior to the issuance of the Master's Degree.

Master's courses are designed to be taken in series based on the level of development of the respective student. For instance courses in the 500 series are designed for first year Master's students. Courses in the 600 series are designed for 2nd year students and are more advanced. Each successive level builds upon the knowledge and ministry experience obtained from the previous.

Degree Prerequisites

A Bachelor's Degree or it's equivalent in life-learning or achievement is required for admission to the Master's program. Students applying to the Apostles Theological Seminary should submit academic transcripts of completed coursework to the ATS registrar. Upon review of transcripts by the Academic Dean's office a determination will be rendered as to admittance.

In addition to a Bachelor's Degree certain ATS core courses (or their equivalents) are also required as prerequisites (See the Bachelor's Course Requirements for the descriptions of the courses listed below):

AD200 Mystery of Redemption
AM207 God's Agenda for the 21st Century,
AD250 Non-Negotiables of Apostolic Christianity
AD400 Apostolic Government & Biblical Elders
CH300 Church History & Modern Movements
OT405 Isaiah, Prophet of the New Creation
NT360 Acts of the Apostles
NT461  Last Days According To Jesus & the Prophets
NT463  Revelation of John
NT470 Epochs In the Life & Ministry of Jesus
AM200 Conflict Resolution in Church Life
AM250 Work of Apostles & Apostolic Companies in 21st Century
AM430 Conquering Nations through Prayer & Fasting
PM107 Ministry of Apostles, Prophets, & the Apostolic-Prophetic Church
EM400 Native Religions, Indigenous Peoples, & Christian Mission

These courses may be used to meet the specialization or elective portions of the Master's program. If additional coursework is necessary, the applicant will be advised.

Life-learning credit is may be substituted for course requirements for applicants demonstrating a significant contribution in ministry or life accomplishment. Life-learning and achievement surveys may be applied for through the Admissions Office. (See Life-Learning Accomplishments Evaluation at the bottom of the Admissions page.)

Doctorate of Apostolic And Prophetic Studies With Specialization

Degree Objective

Doctorate of Apostolic and Prophetic Studies with Specialization (D.A.S.) is our most advanced graduate program for leadership training in the disciplines of Biblical study, theology, and ministry. It is the third distance-learning program built upon a concentrated study of the revelation entrusted by Jesus Christ to the original Apostles. The graduate of the Doctoral program will be trained in a program of study aimed at preparation for the highest level of leadership and ministry in the restoration of the apostolic foundations laid by Jesus and His apostles and the apostolic reformation of the Church. Consequently, this comprehensive program requires the successful completion of 75 credit-units.

Course Requirements for the Doctoral Degree

The graduate of the Doctoral program will receive the Doctorate of Apostolic and Prophetic Studies with Specialization. This program of study consists of 3 areas of concentration.

The first area is the core curriculum. A minimum of 10 courses (or their equivalents), totaling 30 credits, are required of all students receiving the Doctoral Degree:

AD700 Gospel of the King & The Transformation of Governments & Nations
AD705 Apostolic & Prophetic Church: Confronting the Spirit of the Age
 CH701 Advanced Reading in the Early Church Fathers
CH710 Liberation Theology, Right or Wrong: Impact on Developing Nations
TH705 Critical Study of the Reformation & Reformed Theology
AI700 Interpreting Prophetic Symbols & Types through the Revelation of Christ and His Apostles
AM805 Apostolic Ministry & Development of Kingdom Culture
CIV702 Understanding Christ's Kingdom & Confronting Economic, Social, & Political Injustice
CIV705 Dominion Mandate, Kingdom Economics & Globalization
CIV708 Christ's Kingdom & the Respective Roles of Church & State

Note: Just as with our Master's courses, the ATS Doctoral courses are based primarily upon directed study through the use of comprehensive reading and writing assignments dealing with critically important viewpoints and strategic literature in the particular fields of study. This approach is designed not only to stimulate mastery of subject matter and to ensure that the Doctoral candidate understands the critical issues facing the Church today, but also it encourages writing of much needed books and the development of new courses of study aimed at raising a new generation of leaders to advance Christ's Kingdom in every area of society and throughout the nations of the earth.

In addition to completing reading and writing assignments the Doctoral candidate is also expected to participate in forums and chat room discussions.

The second area of concentration consists of a minimum of 5 elective courses totaling 15 credits selected from any of the ATS Schools.(See ATS Course Catalog.)

The third area of concentration consists of either a Doctoral dissertation or field project approved by the Doctoral candidate's faculty adviser and counts for 30 credit-units.

Altogether, these 3 areas of concentration total 75 credit-units to be successfully completed prior to the issuance of the degree.

The Doctoral courses are designed to be taken in a sequence of study based upon the level of difficulty of the respective course. For instance courses in the 700 series are designed for first year Doctoral students. Courses in the 800 series are designed for 2nd year Doctoral students and are more advanced.

Degree Prerequisites

A Master's Degree or its equivalent in life-learning and achievement is required for admission to the ATS Doctoral program. Students applying to the Apostles Theological Seminary should submit transcripts of completed coursework to the Dean of Admissions. In addition to transcripts, life-learning credit is also available for applicants demonstrating a significant contribution in ministry or life achievement. A Life-learning and Achievement Portfolio may be submitted to the Dean of Admissions (See Life-Learning And Accomplishments Evaluation toward the bottom of the Admissions page.). Upon approval, admission will be granted to the applicant. The Doctoral candidate must also have a proven history of competency and contribution to ministry and theological studies.

Note carefully: In addition to a Master's Degree, a number of ATS core courses (or their equivalents) are required as prerequisites for the Doctoral Degree :

AD250 Non-Negotiables of Apostolic Christianity
AD400 Apostolic Government & Biblical Elders
AD501 Messiah's Day & the Purpose of Present Administration of Messiah's Kingdom
AD502 Lord's Day, Church's Day of Worship & Role in Judgment of Nations
AD503 Kingdom Theology I, Controversy & Confusion of Christ's Kingdom
AD504 Kingdom Theology II, Covenants & Christ
AD505 Kingdom Theology III, Comforter & Church
AD506 Kingdom Theology IV, Progressive Conquest of Satan's Kingdom in History & the Consummation
AD507 King, Kingdom, and Holy Spirit
CH300 Church History & Modern Movements
CH500 History of Dogma in Light of the Apostles Doctrine
CH504 New Apostolic Reformation: Paradigm Shifts, Strategies, & Apostolic Structures
NT461 Last Days According To Jesus and the Prophets
NT463 Revelation of Jesus Christ
NT470 Epochs in the Life & Ministry of Jesus
AM250 Work of Apostles and Apostolic Companies in the 21st Century
PM107 Ministries of Apostles and Prophets and the Apostolic and Prophetic Church

These courses made be used to meet specialization or elective portions of the Doctoral program. If additional coursework is necessary, the applicant will be advised.

Affordable

Because ATS is an apostolic mission, it's course tuition and degree programs are affordable.

In March of 2003 the Lord mandated our Chancellor to build a leadership training engine to train a new generation of apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors and teachers for the 21st Century. As a result of this mandate from the Lord, ATS courses are offered at affordable tuition to anyone who desires to equip himself to serve Christ and His Kingdom.

In order to attract attention to our unique degree programs and recruit new students our regular ATS tuition has been temporarily suspended. Please refer to the Taste and See Pricing above:

The regular Tuition for all four of our outstanding degree programs is well below the national average of tuition for theological or ministerial training. Tuition for courses taken for credit towards the Associates Degree is $100.00 per credit hour; the Bachelor's Degree is $200.00 per hour; the Master's Degree is $300.00 per hour, and the Doctorate is $400.00 per hour.

However, in a recent ATS Senior leadership meeting it was decided that with the world's economy in upheaval we should offer a Stimulus Package to make ATS even more affordable and to encourage those called to five-fold ministry to pursue ongoing theological and ministerial education and training.

To encourage fivefold ministers and ministerial candidates to move forward with their ministerial training this stimulus package includes:

1) A 50% DISCOUNT ON COURSE TUITION on ATS Courses for all four of our outstanding degrees (Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctoral).

For a limited time period the tuition for the Associate's degree has been reduced to $50.00 per credit hour, the Bachelor's Degree to $100.00 per credit hour, the Master's Degree to $150.00 per credit hour, and the Doctoral Degree to $200.00 per credit hour. Note: All ATS courses are three hour courses.

These discounted prices will apply throughout the entire degree program of all ATS students who take advantage of this limited offer.

Also for all those not interested in receiving academic credit towards an ATS degree, the regular cost for auditing our courses is $150.00. But with the present 50% discount, the cost for auditing has been reduced to $75.00 a course.

2) In addition to the 50% discount on our tuition we are also GRANTING SCHOLARSHIPS to every student accepted into ATS.

ATS scholarships range from the 100% Chancellor's Scholarships covering full tuition (which is only granted to deserving students) to the 50% or 25% scholarships applied towards the already greatly reduced tuition costs. (the amount of the scholarship awarded will depend upon the student's financial situation or need.)

First-time students must apply for scholarships through the Admissions Office and supply appropriate financial information upon request.

3) Finally, in addition to the 50% discount and scholarships, our NO-INTEREST FINANCING program completes the ATS STIMULUS PACKAGE.

Our interest-free financial program makes it possible for anyone desiring to earn an Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral Degree degree in Apostolic & Prophetic Studies to do so for as little as $100.00 a month.


In addition to tuition there are two one-time charges required of all students wishing to receive course credit towards one of our ATS degrees. Both of these have been discount for a limited period of time.

First, there is a one-time registration fee of $50.00 to cover costs of paying the registrar to evaluate and create transcripts. This has temporarily been reduced to $25.00.

Second, there is a $300.00 one-time only Life Learning Portfolio Fee for any student who wishes to have his or her life learning or work experience evaluated for credit towards an ATS degree. This has temporarily been reduced to $150.00.

There is also a $100.00 Graduation Fee.

For detailed information regarding tuition and ATS Financial Policies click here.