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Campus ministry presents unique challenges and opportunities for engaging young adults in a culture that often questions biblical values. Whether you are ministering to skeptical students, discipling believers, or equipping future leaders, you need a strong theological foundation, apologetics training, and effective discipleship skills. The need is urgent—according to a recent report, 35% of college students say they have never attended religious services.
University campuses are hubs of diverse worldviews, where students often encounter skepticism, relativism, and secular ideologies that challenge biblical faith. As a campus minister, you will need to navigate these conversations with sound theological reasoning and apologetics-based engagement. SES prepares you for this mission by equipping you to:
Through integrated apologetics-focused Christian education, Southern Evangelical Seminary (SES) equips you to minister confidently in the unique college campus environment. Our training helps you develop a complete and systematic Christian worldview, providing the knowledge and confidence needed for effective evangelism and discipleship among students. With practical tools and apologetics-based strategies, you will engage skeptical minds, disciple young believers, and prepare the next generation to stand and remain steadfast in the truth amidst the challenges of university life.
Many individuals entering campus ministry encounter key challenges:
SES addresses these concerns with rigorous theological education, flexible online programs, Smart Tuition payment plans, scholarship opportunities, and a strong commitment to biblical truth in every degree and certificate offering.
Start the admission process today. You can begin in just a few minutes by filling out our initial application and it will open the door for us to have an exploratory conversation about your educational priorities and hopes for ministry. We have an entire team at SES who is ready to help you in the process of discerning your gifts and calling to ministry so you can engage our culture in the conversations that matter the most.
Originally birthed at SES, Ratio Christi establishes apologetics clubs on college and high school campuses. Ratio Christi staff and missionaries receive a 25% tuition discount on for-credit courses at SES. In addition, for those willing to commit to full-time service to this unique and important mission, the Ratio Christi Missionary Apologist Training Fellowship (RCMA Training Fellowship) is your path to get fully trained, fully funded, and fully equipped to join the fight. RCMA students receive the same 25% tuition discount in addition to training provided by Ratio Christi such as support raising, practical experience, and more.
Alicia Parente, Ratio Christi’s Director of Human Resources and Administration, states, “Our people who graduate SES are so well informed, educated, and so ready to be in the field. It’s great. Thank you all for that!” Contact Ratio Christi for details.
