Course Formats at Southeastern

The majority of courses are held in person and on campus. These courses allow you to learn alongside fellow students and receive face-to-face instruction from our world-class faculty.

Intensive classes are offered outside of the normal fall and spring semesters. These courses are your typical 3 credit hour courses pushed into 1-2 weeks of meeting time. During the weeks of your intensive course, you will meet each day with homework and assessments comparable to a normal 3 credit course. These classes are typically only offered during Fall Break, Spring Break, and in January.

 

Weekend courses (WKND) meet in-person over the course of two or more weekends.

Innovative online classes include engaging lectures and interaction through threaded discussions and possible live class meetings. The content you will receive is designed specifically with our Distance Learning program in mind. It is both accessible and convenient for your schedule.

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• Online: ONL sections meet exclusively online and use pre-recorded lectures.
• ONL2: ONL2 sections meet exclusively online and use pre-recorded lectures. They offer a secondary section to the most popular ONL classes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the schedule for online classes?

• Online classes follow the same semester calendar as on-campus classes – approximately 16 weeks for fall and spring and 11 weeks for summer. Each week, students watch lectures, complete assigned reading and interact with online assignments and their professor.

Do online classes meet at a certain time each week?

• No, our online lectures are pre-recorded which gives students the convenience of watching the lectures each week at times that fit their schedules. Students enrolled in online classes are given the opportunity to interact with the other students and professors through threaded discussions and other forms of interaction throughout the semester.

Can I complete my entire degree online?

• Yes! We have several graduate level degrees you can complete fully online.

How much do online courses cost?

• Online class tuition is equivalent to an on-campus class. For more details, please refer to the Tuition & Fees page.

Our hybrid classes offer a unique approach to learning by blending the flexibility of online instruction with the benefits of in-person learning. Much like traditional online courses, hybrid classes include regular virtual lectures and assignments. However, students also gather on campus for one weekend to connect face-to-face with professors and peers.

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Hybrid sections combine online lectures and assignments with one weekend of required on-campus class time. These meetings provide a designated time for students to interact with other students and professors while completing most of the classwork at a distance.

These weekends provide an immersive campus experience, including chapel services with faculty guest speakers. Hybrid students also join other classes for shared meals, where Southeastern introduces ministry opportunities to help enrich your current context or present pathways for ministry work after graduation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens during a Hybrid Weekend?

• During your time on campus, you’ll sit under quality teaching from premier faculty in addition to experiencing elements of Southeastern’s vibrant campus culture such as a special Friday chapel service. Spend your free time between sessions exploring our beautiful Wake Forest campus, and connect personally with other students and your course professor over dinner.

How many times do I have to come to campus?

• For hybrid classes, students only come to campus for one Friday (12:00pm – 9:00pm) and Saturday (8:00am – 5:00pm) of the semester per class.

How do I know which weekend my class meets?

• In the Self-Service class description, your syllabus, and the class Experience page, the hybrid weekend should be clearly stated. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to call or email the Student Support Office.

What if I can’t attend my Hybrid Weekend?

• Students must attend the entirety of the on-campus portion of the class in order to receive credit for the class. In case of emergencies, contact the Student Support Office.

Do hybrid classes count as on-campus credit?

• If your hybrid meets in Wake Forest, North Carolina, then it will count as on-campus credits. If your hybrid meets at a location other than in Wake Forest, then your class will not count as on-campus credit.

What scholarships are available for students taking hybrid classes?

• Students participating in distance learning who meet the degree and residency requirements may be eligible for a Keesee grant towards their tuition if they take hybrid courses. Click here to find out more about the Keesee Educational Fund and see if you qualify.

The Equip Network empowers churches and ministry organizations to offer accredited and accessible courses to students at the highest level of theological training. The Equip Network weds the seminary experience with real life ministry opportunities to provide students with the most integrative ministry training available.

Southeastern works in partnership with local churches to provide contextual theological education and ministry training. If you are interested in practicum courses, mentored internships, or finding out more about our academic partnerships, please contact the Equip Office.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can participate in Equip Practicum courses?

• Any qualifying participants within your local church or ministry organization who have applied and been accepted at Southeastern. We recommend that participants become members of your church/ministry organization before participating.

Can undergraduate students participate in Equip classes?

• Yes! All Equip courses can be offered on the undergraduate level. Review the Academic Catalog to identify which courses apply towards your respective degree.

How much do Equip courses cost?

• All Equip courses are 3 credit hours and cost the normal rate of tuition. See the Tuition & Fees page to learn more.

How much credit can students earn through Equip Practicums and Mentored Internships?

• Students can gain up to 36 hours of credit depending on his/her degree that includes both field ministry and practicum courses. See the Equip Network homepage for more details.

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LIVE sections meet synchronously online as part of an on-campus class. Online students will attend class synchronously via Microsoft Teams.

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Interactive Online sections utilize mandatory synchronous events that take place weekly via Microsoft Teams in conjunction with recorded lectures.

 

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Spanish courses (SPAN) are offered as part of one of Southeastern’s Hispanic cohort degree programs.