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PreSeminary Studies and Admission requirementsFree Lutheran Seminary is a
graduate theological institution, committed to the singular mission of training and sending forth Christian leaders with breadth of vision, depth of devotion and conviction, and the highest of goals in sacrificial service to Christ
and those for whom He died.
It is the purpose of this Seminary to develop the intellectual, moral, and spiritual capacities of its students; to awaken in them an appreciation of their biblical and confessional heritage; to
enable them to interpret the present world situation in the light of the past; to evaluate theological and ethical ideas, making discerning judgments about them from a biblical perspective; and to train them to express themselves
for an effective communication of the Gospel of Christ.
To achieve these worthy goals it is most advantageous when prospective ministerial and missionary candidates can lay basic academic foundations in their undergraduate
studies. While all of these basic studies are not necessary for admission to Free Lutheran Seminary, they do greatly assist students to appropriate and apply their theological education to those situations within which they will be
ministering.
The degree which the student will receive from the Seminary is partly dependent upon his preparatory education. The Association of Free Lutheran congregations has no college of its own. It advises those who plan
to enter the ministry to obtain their preparatory undergraduate studies in certain recommended colleges and universities, and to attend recommended Lutheran congregations in the vicinity while pursuing college work. The Seminary
faculty is willing to give guidance in such matters at all times.
In order to pursue the study of theology to the best advantage, it is recommended that a student secure his degree with majors and minors in the fields of
English, history, philosophy or one of the social sciences. Regardless of majors and minors, a student's undergraduate work should include at least two years of English, two years of history, one year of philosophy and speech, and
two years of a foreign language. Latin, German, Finnish, or one of the Scandinavian languages is highly recommended. The student will find it helpful also to take courses in education, computer science, and typing. If possible, the
student should take two years of New Testament Greek. However, if this is not possible, a summer Greek program is offered on the campus which satisfies the entrance pre-requisite.
AFLTS Admission Requirements
Since Free Lutheran Seminary is a graduate school, the standard academic requirement for admission is a bachelor's degree from an accredited liberal arts college or university. However, an undergraduate degree in
and of itself is not sufficient to justify admission. Certain spiritual, moral, and personal qualities essential for Christian leaders must also be in evidence in applicants who are admitted. The Board of Trustees,
administration, and faculty will consider these matters as well as academic attainment in granting admission to applicants.
Mature older persons without a bachelor's degree but capable of carrying graduate studies may be admitted to the Seminary. Arrangements for such exceptions will be made through the Dean of the Seminary. |
