Year 1
CD501 Vocation of Ministry 3
MS501 Missional Formation: The Church in a Global Era 3
NT(IBS)510 OR 511 Inductive Biblical Studies—Matthew OR Mark 3
NT501 Elementary Greek—One 3
NT502 Elementary Greek—Two 3
NT520 New Testament Introduction 3
OT520 Old Testament Introduction 3
TH501 Basic Christian Doctrine 3
TH601 Theology of John Wesley 3
Biblical Studies Electives 3
Year 2
BT605 OR BT660 Biblical Theology of the Old Testament OR 3
Biblical Theology of the New Testament
CH501 Church History—One 3
CS601 Christian Ethics 3
OT501 Elementary Hebrew—One 3
OT502 Elementary Hebrew—Two 3
NT/OT(IBS)610-649 Inductive Biblical Studies—NT/OT(IBS)610-649 3
NT/OT Exegesis Choose two courses (6 credit hours) from the following course ranges: 6 NT710-749 OR OT710-749
Biblical Studies Electives 3
Elective Courses 3
Programs of Study 81 2015-2016 Academic Catalog
Master of Arts
[Intercultural Studies]
M.A.: Specialized Degree
Oversight/location of the program within the Seminary: E. Stanley Jones School of World Mission and Evangelism The Master of Arts with a specialization in Intercultural Studies is a multidisciplinary program focused on learning about other cultures and developing skills in negotiating across cultural boundaries, both within and outside the United States. Appropriate academic disciplines for this degree include anthropology, sociology, ethics and theology.
Program Goals
Master of Arts with a specialization in Intercultural Studies graduates will have a developing ability to:
1. Commit to cultivate holy love of God and neighbor demonstrated by a knowledge of and practice in the Christian disciplines including works of service, with particular attention to a Wesleyan understanding of the means of grace.
2. Interpret and analyze various cultural contexts and religious traditions using anthropological, sociological, ethical and theological resources.
3. Articulate an understanding of the forces that contribute to contemporary multicultural complexity, including urbanization, globalization and decolonization.
4. Integrate field experiences and interdisciplinary course materials to engage a multiplicity of cultures, values and world views.
5. Articulate a biblical, Wesleyan and ethical perspective on cross-cultural mission and ministry.
Program Level Outcomes
Graduates of the Master of Arts with a specialization in Intercultural Studies degree will be able to:
1. Articulate an understanding of forces that contribute to contemporary sociocultural diversity and complexity using theological and social sciences resources.
2. Demonstrate intercultural competency through the integration of interdisciplinary course materials with field learning experiences.
3. Grow in awareness of self through a process of appreciating the diversity and authenticity of Christian witness around the world.
Admission Requirements and Procedures
Application for admission must be made on the Admissions Office form at asburyseminary.edu.
1. Baccalaureate degree from an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or holding membership in the Association of Universities and Colleges in Canada.
Applicants whose baccalaureate degree is from a college not accredited by the recognized national or regional accrediting agency must have one complete year of work at an accredited institution before being considered for admission to Asbury Seminary.
2. Official transcripts of all postsecondary schools where more than one semester of coursework was completed sent directly by each institution to the Asbury Seminary Admissions Office.
3. A nonrefundable $50 (US) application fee that includes processing of the application and a personal background check.
4. Four references completed on the Admissions Office form at asburyseminary.edu, including a pastoral reference (required) and a professor or academic administration reference (recommended). Laity or personal acquaintances are accepted.
5. Personal history essay, addressing questions as posted at asburyseminary.edu.
6. A cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.75/4.00 for admission in good standing. A GPA between 2.50 and 2.75 is permitted for admission on reduced load basis. The grade point average as calculated by the Admissions Office at Asbury Seminary shall be considered the official grade point average for admission.
Applicants with marginal averages are urged to check with the Admissions Office.
A GPA below 2.50 requires the additional submission of a report of the Miller Analogies Test (MAT – 410 minimum score) or the general aptitude section of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE – minimum 153 verbal, or minimum 500 verbal for exams taken prior to August 2011). Students needing to complete the MAT or the GRE will not be considered until the official scores are received. Information concerning these examinations is available from the Admissions Office.
7. For applicants whose native language is other than English, a TOEFL score of 550 paper or 79 Internet or 7.0 IETLS score.
8. The Admissions Committee may request the applicant to submit additional materials and/or schedule an interview with a seminary representative.
Admissions Committee
When all above materials have been received, the Admissions Committee will act on the application for admission.
The committee will give prayerful consideration to each application and accompanying materials and will, in its sole judgment and discretion, determine whether the applicant meets the standards and criteria for admission.
Admissions Term Deadlines
Term Deadline
Fall August 15
Spring January 15
Summer May 15
Graduation Requirements
1. Completion of 60 credit hours, as outlined in the Academic Catalog, including all required courses;
2. Attainment of cumulative grade point average of at least 2.00/4.00;
3. Completion of minimum of 30 credit hours on the Kentucky and/or Florida Dunnam campuses of Asbury Seminary to satisfy residency requirements;
4. Fulfillment of all degree requirements in not more than seven calendar years from the first term of enrollment; and
5. Completion of online graduation application by last day of Drop/Add period (FA for December/January graduation and SP for May/August graduation).