2021-22 Academic Catalog Table of Contents
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2021-22 ACADEMIC CATALOG TABLE OF CONTENTS 3 2021-22 Academic Calendar 5 List of Schools and Programs School of Mission & Theology School of Psychology & Marriage and Family Therapy Other Non-degree Options 7 About Fuller Introduction Purpose Accreditation Legal Statements Statement of Faith Community Standards Regional Campuses Distributed Learning 24 Admissions and Student Resources Admissions Standards International Students Student Support Resources Academic Resources 33 Financial Policies Tuition and Fees Tuition Refund Policies Tuition Payment Policy Financial Aid 41 Academic Policies Course Registration Attendance, Residence and Transfer Credit Enrollment Status Academic Standing Grades Graduation and Commencement 50 School of Mission & Theology Context and Mission Master of Divinity Master of Arts (Intercultural Studies) Master of Arts (Theology) Master of Arts in Global Leadership Master of Arts in Justice and Advocacy Master of Arts in Theology and Ministry Master of Arts in Ministry Leadership Certificate Programs Doctor of Global Leadership Korean Doctor of Global Leadership Doctor of Ministry Korean Doctor of Ministry Doctor of Philosophy in Theology Master of Theology in Theology Doctor of Philosophy in Intercultural Studies Master of Theology in Intercultural Studies 102 School of Psychology & Marriage and Family Therapy Degree Programs and Accreditation Student Life Doctoral Psychology Overview Doctoral Psychology Programs and Requirements General Academic Issues Marriage and Family Therapy Overview Marriage and Family Therapy Programs and Requirements Training and Research Facilities 138 Personnel Administration Trustees 141 Faculty School of Mission & Theology School of Psychology & Marriage and Family Therapy 150 Course Descriptions: School of Mission & Theology 244 Course Descriptions: School of Psychology & Marriage and Family Therapy 2021-22 ACADEMIC CALENDAR Fall 2021 Quarter Returning Students Registration begins Monday, August 23 New Student Registration begins Monday, August 30 Employee Kickoff Thursday, September 16 New Student Orientation Monday-Friday, September 20-24 Quarter begins Monday, September 27 Seminary Day of Prayer Wednesday, October 20 Trustees Meet Thursday-Friday, October 21-22 Thanksgiving Holiday Thursday-Friday, November 25-26 Classes end Friday, December 3 Quarterly Exams Monday-Friday, December 6-10 Quarter ends Friday, December 10 Christmas and New Year Holiday: Offices Closed Friday-Saturday, December 24-January 1 Winter 2022 Quarter Returning Students Registration begins Monday, November 15 New Student Registration begins Monday, November 22 New Student Orientation Monday, January 3 Quarter begins Monday, January 3 Martin Luther King Day Observed Monday, January 17 Trustees Meet Sunday-Tuesday, January 23-25 Classes end Friday, March 11 Quarterly Exams Monday-Friday, March 14-18 Quarter ends Friday, March 18 Spring Recess Monday-Friday, March 21-25 Spring 2022 Quarter Returning Students Registration begins Monday, February 21 New Student Registration begins Monday, February 28 New Student Orientation Friday, March 25 Quarter begins Monday, March 28 Good Friday Friday, April 15 Trustees Meet Sunday-Monday, May 15-16 Memorial Day Observed Monday, May 30 Classes end Friday, June 3 Quarterly Exams Monday-Friday, June 6-10 3 Baccalaureate Thursday, June 9 Quarter ends Friday, June 10 Commencement Saturday, June 11 Summer 2022 Quarter Returning Students Registration begins Monday, May 16 New Student Registration Begins Monday, May 23 Quarter begins Monday, June 20 Independence Day Observed Monday, July 4 Summer Short-Term Sessions: Session 1 Monday-Friday, June 20-July 1 Summer Short-Term Sessions: Session 2 Tuesday-Friday, July 5-15 Summer Short-Term Sessions: Session 3 Monday-Friday, July 18-29 Summer Short-Term Sessions: Session 4 Monday-Friday, August 1-12 Summer Short-Term Sessions: Session 5 Monday-Friday, August 15-26 Classes end Friday, August 26 Quarterly Exams Monday-Friday, August 29-September 2 Quarter ends Friday, September 2 Labor Day Monday, September 5 4 LIST OF SCHOOLS AND PROGRAMS Fuller Theological Seminary is organized into two schools: The School of Mission and Theology and School of Psychology & Marriage and Family Therapy. As a graduate-level institution of higher education, master’s and doctoral degrees are offered by the two schools as well as certificate programs. School of Mission and Theology Master’s Degrees ● Master of Divinity (available in English and Spanish) ● Master of Arts in Global Leadership ● Master of Arts in Justice and Advocacy ● Master of Arts in Ministry Leadership ● Master of Arts in Theology and Ministry (available in English and Spanish) ● Master of Arts in Theology Certificate Programs ● Certificate of Christian Studies ● Certificate in Church Planting Advanced and Doctoral Degrees ● Master of Theology ● Doctor of Global Leadership (available in English and Korean) ● Doctor of Ministry (available in English and Korean) ● Doctor of Philosophy in Theology School of Psychology & Marriage and Family Therapy Master’s Degrees ● Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy Advanced Degrees ● Doctor of Marriage and Family Therapy ● Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology ● Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology 5 Other Non-degree Options In addition to regular degree or certificate programs, admission may also be permitted under one of the following classifications: Limited Enrollment Student. one who is qualified for regular admission but wants to take no more than six master’s-level courses (24 units); Unclassified Student. one who is academically qualified for admission, wants to take an unlimited number of master’s-level courses, but does not want to pursue a degree program; Visiting Student. one who is currently enrolled as a graduate student in good standing at another graduate institution, but wants to have transcript evidence of course work done at Fuller for transfer to the school of primary enrollment. Audit-Only. one who wishes to attend master’s-level classes for personal growth and learning without earning academic credit. 6 ABOUT FULLER Introduction Fuller Theological Seminary is one of the largest multidenominational seminaries in the world, providing professional and graduate-level education in our School of Mission and Theology and School of Psychology & Marriage and Family Therapy. We are known for our ethnic and denominational diversity, with more than 4,000 students joining our community from 70 countries and more than 100 denominations. Since its founding by radio evangelist Charles E. Fuller in 1947, Fuller Seminary has equipped students to be leaders with a mind for scholarship and heart for the gospel. Fuller is a global leader in theological education, standing on the front lines of evangelical thought while remaining committed to ministry and mission grounded in scholarship. As a graduate institution, Fuller offers master’s degrees and certificates at our main campus in Pasadena, California, at two regional campuses, and through flexible online programs. Selected doctoral degree programs are offered at our main campus and online. Fuller Theological Seminary 135 North Oakland Avenue Pasadena, CA 91182 1-800-235-2222 626-584-5200 Purpose Statement of Purpose Fuller Theological Seminary, embracing the School of Mission and Theology and the School of Psychology & Marriage and Family Therapy, is an evangelical, multidenominational, international, and multiethnic community dedicated to the equipping of men and women for the manifold ministries of Christ and his Church. Under the authority of Scripture, we seek to fulfill our commitment to ministry through graduate education, professional development, and spiritual formation. In all of our activities, including instruction, nurture, worship, service, research, and publication, Fuller Theological Seminary strives for excellence in the service of Jesus Christ, under the guidance and power of the Holy Spirit, to the glory of the Father. Institutional Student Learning Outcomes Fuller Theological Seminary continues to develop an academic posture of learning-centered education. We as a faculty, staff, and administration are committed to providing the highest level of educational effectiveness possible through a healthy “culture of assessment.” This 7 culture includes institution goals above and beyond accreditation standards, regular program review, and clear communication of criteria and standards to students, creating equal accountability between the student, faculty and the pedagogy. Student Learning Outcomes are articulated by each academic program and for each course. The Institutional Learning Outcomes are as follows: ● Graduates will demonstrate an understanding of Christian theology, ministry, and spirituality ● Graduates will be aware of and critically engage ecclesial, societal, and global issues from Christian theological perspectives and demonstrate the ability to make informed choices toward positive change ● Graduates will demonstrate the ability to identify critical issues of diversity and make appropriate responses ● Graduates will be able to pursue careers consistent with their education The Mission Beyond the Mission In 1983 Fuller Theological Seminary issued the Mission Beyond the Mission document, addressing a broad range of moral and ethical issues from the perspective of our foundational mission and purpose. The statement is organized around five imperatives: ● Imperative One: Go and make disciples ● Imperative Two: Call the church of Christ