Accelerated Programs
Northeastern Seminary offers an accelerated plan for students to complete the Master of Divinity or Master of Arts degree program in a time shortened manner. This plan allows qualified students to complete the M.Div. in three (3) or three and a half (3.5) years and the M.A. degree in two (2) years. Students may apply for the accelerated master’s program once enrolled in BHT/BIB/PSF 511NE. Approval will be based on the student’s successful completion of BHT/BIB/PSF 511NE and demonstration that their schedule will accommodate the added academic workload required. Beginning in the second Core semester, students in the accelerated program will enroll in additional coursework from the post-Core evening class offerings.
This program is not recommended for students working more than 25 hours per week. If approved, a student may take up to 9 additional credits (totaling up to 18 per semester) each semester during the Core (BHT/BIB/PSF 512NE, 513NE, 514NE). At the end of the first year (after successfully completing all components—BHT/BIB/PSF—of the two Core courses) the accelerated student may begin field education. Students interested in applying for this program should contact the vice president and dean’s office during BHT/BIB/PSF 511NE to begin the application process.