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Southern Evangelical Seminary empowers Christian leaders with apologetics-driven education for today's complex world. Learn to effectively proclaim the Gospel, confidently engage culture, winsomely answer objections, and lead with unwavering biblical truth.

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Discover the essential role philosophy plays in helping us think well about reality as a whole and the process of human knowing. Explore how certain ideas shape our beliefs, our theology, and our actions.
Delve into the connection between philosophy and theology—as theology doesn't happen in a vacuum—uncovering how a solid philosophical foundation can enhance our understanding of God, Christian doctrine, and biblical teachings.
Learn how philosophy and theology equip us with the tools needed for effective apologetics, presenting a compelling case for the truth of Christianity through sound reasoning and various types of evidence.
Understand how the integration of philosophy, theology, and apologetics aids in overcoming barriers to sharing the Gospel and nurturing strong, faithful disciples committed to remaining steadfast in the truth.
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Lead with Confidence and Conviction

Are You Prepared?

In today’s post-Christian world, defending the faith and sharing the Gospel is increasingly challenging.

Many Christians feel unprepared to address tough questions, engage with skeptics, or counter cultural opposition. This lack of preparation can lead to doubt, ineffective evangelism, and a weakened impact on society.

For more than 30 years, SES has been equipping people just like you with an integrated approach to philosophy, theology, and apologetics, providing the tools needed to engage culture with clarity, confidence, and conviction. Our unique programs transform ministries and prepare you for impactful service in a world desperate for truth. Explore the graphic for more details about our integrated approach.

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Apologetics Driven

SES uniquely integrates classical apologetics throughout every degree and certificate program to equip you to effectively proclaim & defend the Gospel

Fully Online

Our first-in-class immersive digital campus experience offers robust online education with live-streaming, recordings, library access, and community

Affordable

SES offers incredible value by providing first-class education and academic rigor with very low tuition and numerous financial aid/discount opportunities

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Accredited

SES is accredited by TRACS and offers academically challenging, yet practical, Christian education to equip you for any number of areas of ministry

"[Apologetics] is opening the door, clearing the rubble, and getting rid of the hurdles so that people can come to Christ."

Dr. Norman Geisler, SES Co-Founder

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Degrees & Certificates

Apologetics-Focus Undergraduate

Undergraduate

SES offers a Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies designed to prepare students for later graduate work in apologetics, philosophy, biblical studies, and more. Some hours may also be applied to M.A. studies.

Apologetics-Focus Graduate

Graduate

SES offers several Master of Arts degrees that provide students with integrated and in-depth studies that will prepare you for ministry or doctoral work in apologetics, philosophy, biblical studies, and more.

Seminary education that prepares you for your calling, get your apologetics-focused Christian education so you can maximum your Kingdom impact

Doctoral

A Doctor of Ministry in Apologetics (D.Min.) as well as a Doctor of Philosophy in Philosophy of Religion (Ph.D.) offer students opportunities to develop their own research as well as practical resources.

Certificate

Certificates

For-credit certificates are offered in a number of areas of concentration. You're enrolled in the same classes as degree students, earning the same credits that can be applied to a degree in the future.

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"Give me, O Lord, a steadfast heart, which no unworthy affection may drag downwards; give me an unconquered heart, which no tribulation can wear out; give me an upright heart, which no unworthy purpose may tempt aside. Bestow on me also, O Lord my God, understanding to know you, diligence to seek you, wisdom to find you, and faithfulness that may finally embrace you, through Jesus Christ our Lord."

Thomas Aquinas

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