IN THE BEKNOW

2019-2020 TABLE OF CONTENTS

Letter from the President 3 About 4 Campus, Online, and Distance Learning 5 ADC Community 7 Community 8 Come See for Yourself 9 Bachelor of 11 Master of Divinity 13 Master of Arts (Theology) 15 Doctor of Ministry 17 Additional Programs 19 How to Apply 21 Scholarships and Bursaries 23 Tuition and Fees 26

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1 2 LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT We are living in a time of rapid change and fresh opportunity for the Church, and we need leaders to help us engage a complex world. Contemporary ministry requires deep understanding of the Bible and foundational Christian teaching, and wisdom to follow Jesus well in today’s context. Our faculty will equip you for this mission. Regardless of where you are called to serve, we will prepare you to navigate ministry and wrestle with complicated social and ethical issues, as well as help you to develop leadership skills in applying biblical principles to life now. Our faculty and staff care about you as a person, your ministry call, and your spiritual formation. Whether from a distance or on site, we invite you to be part of a community who will equip you to make a difference for Christ. Come and see!

Dr. Anna Robbins President, Acadia Divinity College Dean of Theology, Acadia University Dr. Millard R. Cherry Professor of Theology, Ethics, and Culture

3 ABOUT ACADIA DIVINITY COLLEGE

Be in the KNOW. Acadia Divinity College (ADC) is dedicated to equipping you ADC is both local and global with a student body of over 200 students from with high-quality theological education and practical faith skills that are necessary for more than 10 countries, who represent over 20 denominations. The vast ministry now, in today’s world. network of alumni and partners of ADC creates opportunities for students to study, research, and learn around the world. ADC is on the campus of one of Canada’s oldest and most respected universities, Acadia University. Our impact is two-fold, and significant, as the of the Having served in various ministry roles, our professors bring their real-world Canadian of Atlantic Canada, as well as the Faculty of Theology for Acadia ministry experience to preparing you for your calling. ADC facilitates Christian University. formation, nurtures relational community, and emphasizes the exploration of identity, self-understanding, and personal growth. With full-time and part-time degree, diploma, and certificate program options, our students are challenged by their professors to ask questions, explore the depths With a distinguished history of preparing students for a variety of ministry of their faith, and cultivate their calling. This is accomplished through rigorous roles, you will leave ADC prepared to serve effectively wherever God has called intellectual instruction, meaningful spiritual formation, and practical ministry you to serve! experience.

4 CAMPUS, ONLINE, AND DISTANCE LEARNING

5 At ADC we strive to make education accessible for you where and when you need it. While being on campus provides many benefits, we know that isn’t always possible. We are proud to offer multiple online formats to fit your lifestyle. In addition to our on- ACADEMIC CENTRES campus options, we are excited to offer a variety of classroom experiences for you ADC has three academic centres of excellence which facilitate research, through online, distance, and intensive courses – all available to you based on your provide resources, and offer study in specialized areas from Baptist history learning style, location, and preference. to institutional chaplaincy, ethics, and apologetics.

CAMPUS

Take advantage of our newly-renovated space and all that Acadia has to offer on campus in , . Live, study, and work in the beautiful Annapolis Valley within a community that has a unique impact. Whether you are on campus for acbas.acadiadiv.ca your entire degree, a semester, or just one course, studying in person will make a difference in your education. taylor.acadiadiv.ca ONLINE LEARNING

Whether you are interested in participating in class virtually or are drawn to macraecentre.ca pre-recorded lectures with weekly meetings with your professor – ADC accommodates both. Learn more about our Virtual Seat and ADC Go options at: acadiadiv.ca/online

DISTANCE LEARNING

If you live outside the Annapolis Valley, we offer in-person, intensive format courses in various locations through ADC Halifax and ADC . Learn more at acadiadiv.ca/sites

Take advantage of some, or all, of the options available to you as an ADC student. To learn about travel study, guided readings, online courses and more, visit: acadiadiv.ca/courses 6 Acadia Divinity College has established a close-knit community of people who care for one another. You will be given an opportunity inside and outside of the classroom to build valuable relationships with faculty, staff, and students. Whether on the Acadia University campus for weekly chapel ADC and lunch, sporting events, extracurricular groups, or off-campus gatherings at the President’s house – ADC joins together as family. The Acadia Divinity College Student Association (ADCSA) ensures that students come together COMMUNITY for fellowship all year long.

7 ACADIA UNIVERSITY COMMUNITY Take advantage of all that being an Acadia student has to offer with a wide range of services and activities designed to support you and your studies. For more information visit: acadiau.ca/student-life

RESIDENCE

Acadia’s residences offer a prime location for accommodations, only minutes from our classrooms, the athletic centre, and the library. Living on campus offers the ease of an eight-month, all-inclusive lease with housing options ranging from high-rise to heritage and from basic double rooms to deluxe single ensuite rooms. acadiau.ca/student-life/residence-campus-life/residences-housing.html

There are no on-campus family accommodations available. However, there are a variety of housing options within walking distance of the University for those living off campus. Students looking for accommodations should visit acadiau.ca/elc/future-students/accomodations.html as well as places4students.com/ | 9

8 The best way to explore ADC is to come visit us! We are pleased to offer you a personalized tour that will fit your specific needs and questions. You can sit in on a class, meet faculty and current students, participate in community and COME SEE lunch, and tour the Town of Wolfville. We would love to have you! CAMPUS Acadia University has been ranked as one of the top 10 most beautiful campuses FOR YOURSELF in Canada by Huffington Post. So beautiful, in fact, that often we hear the phrase, “I acadiadiv.ca/visit-us visited campus and fell in love.” A sprawling, green 250-acre campus, we are home to historical buildings dating back to 1838 – which means ivy-covered walls, beautiful study spaces, and even a student-run farm that supplies vegetables to campus.

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9 NOVA SCOTIA: Canada’s Ocean Playground

Is the ocean calling your name? Your new home in Nova Scotia, Canada, is awaiting you! Although Nova Scotia is one of the smallest provinces in Canada, there is deep pride in the Atlantic Canadian way of life. From the slow-pace of farm life in the Annapolis Valley to the hustle of city life in Halifax, Wolfville’s nearest city, Nova Scotia has the best of both worlds. novascotia.com

WOLFVILLE Nestled in the heart of the Annapolis Valley, Wolfville offers a unique experience to all who drop in to visit or choose to stay. The Town of Wolfville is warm and inviting, and, with a high value placed on community, it feels like home for those from away. wolfville.ca

10 BACHELOR OF THEOLOGY acadiadiv.ca/bth

Admission Requirements: High school diploma with minimum 70% average or above in five Grade 12 academic courses, including English 12 (or equivalent) 30 Courses 3 Years Tuition (based on full-time study) $7,995 per year Crandall-Acadia Partnership Admission Requirements: High school diploma with minimum 80% (based on full-time study) average or above in five Grade 12 academic courses, including English 12 (or equivalent) 11 Whether you feel a specific call to pastoral ministry or simply desire to gain an in-depth theological knowledge – the Bachelor of Theology (BTh) will provide you with the skills you need to walk confidently as a Christian in a secular world.

As a BTh student, in addition to Theology courses, you will take courses from other departments at Acadia University. This experience provides a well-rounded educational formation for students, taking core courses in Biblical Studies, , and Christian History – while concurrently taking electives in both Arts and Sciences.

There are several options within the BTh program for you to consider depending on your future goals.

ORDINATION TRACK

If you are thinking about , the BTh (Ordination Track) will prepare you to meet

ordination requirements of some denominations and churches.

‘ Student Feature: ‘ LESLIE UBELS, BCD 19, BTh 20 FOR ACADIA UNIVERSITY STUDENTS “I chose Acadia Divinity College because the faculty are passionate If you have already completed your first degree at Acadia University and are looking for about education, and they have a desire for students to think theological education – ADC offers a unique opportunity for you to enroll in the critically. While studying for my undergraduate degree in Community “2nd Undergraduate Degree” program to complete your BTh. Development (BCD) at Acadia University, I began taking elective If you are an undergraduate student at Acadia University in any degree except the School of courses at ADC. These courses expanded my understanding of the Music – you may choose to minor in Theology. Bible and provided the time and space to work through challenging issues. My ADC education has already helped me in ministry. If you have already declared your minor and only have room for a class or two – ADC also offers engaging electives. This year, I am eager to continue my theological studies and earn a Bachelor of Theology as my second undergraduate degree from CRANDALL-ACADIA PARTNERSHIP Acadia. I am drawn to the diversity of courses and the flexibility to explore different subjects, including relevant topics that impact the The Crandall-Acadia partnership program is a unique opportunity that provides an avenue for world today.” you to pursue both God and career aspirations simultaneously while completing the Acadia BTh concurrently with your Crandall degree. For more information, visit: acadiadiv.ca/bth-partnership

12 MASTER OF DIVINITY acadiadiv.ca/mdiv

30 Courses 3 Years Tuition (based on full-time study) $8,494 per year Admission Requirements: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, or equivalent, with a (based on full-time study) minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 2.00 13 Student Feature: ‘ Raphael Iluyomade, MDiv 22

“Choosing to be trained and equipped for ministry at Acadia Divinity College has been one of the best decisions I have made in my life. While enrolled in our Master of Divinity (MDiv) program, you will learn invaluable skills that will As a mature international student from Africa, I was looking for prepare you for serving in local churches, chaplaincy settings, local and global mission fields, and a college where study and life would genuinely stir me from the more. The program will instruct you in interpreting Scripture, appreciating Christian history and inside-out and prepare me to minister with grace in an increasingly theology, and understanding how to provide effective ministry leadership within the context of volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous interconnected world. contemporary culture. ADC has proved to be the right place for me to pursue my dream. ADC’s faculty and staff are role models of grace. The professors The MDiv offers academic specializations in: Pastoral Ministry, and Mission, Next challenge me to think critically, and the administrative staff are Generation Ministry, Pastoral Care and Counselling, Leadership and Spiritual Formation, Prison always available to support my academic needs. I am thrilled by the Chaplaincy, and Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care. These unique specializations provide an opportunity large network of international connections available for students’ for you to direct your academic focus while studying the breadth of topics offered at ADC. development at ADC. I am confident that the skills I am acquiring at ADC will prepare me to flourish as a minister of our Lord Jesus Christ. I am glad to be a part of this amazing college! ”

14 MASTER OF ARTS (THEOLOGY) acadiadiv.ca/mat

20 Courses 2 Years Tuition (based on full-time study) $8,494 per year Admission Requirements: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, or equivalent, with a (based on full-time study) minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.00 15

‘ Student Feature: ‘ The Master of Arts (Theology) (MA (Th)) program is designed to stimulate exciting and innovative Evan Colford, MDiv 16, MA (Th) 20 research topics for people interested in both academic and practical fields of study. Whether you are thinking about continuing your studies at a doctoral level or are looking to be better equipped “In 2013, I began my theological training at Acadia Divinity College for the space that you currently serve in, the MA (Th) enables you to reach your goal! and joined the warm community of faculty, staff, and students who helped and prepared me as I worked through my call to pastoral The MA (Th) provides academic fields of study that prepare you well for advanced study at the ministry. As I neared completing my Master of Divinity program and doctoral level. While studying with us you will be given the opportunity to participate in rigorous began thinking about further education – it was only natural that I chose ADC for my Master of Arts (Theology) studies. graduate seminars in your field, enabling you to develop skills in preparing and presenting scholarly work to your peers. You can choose from a variety of specializations such as: Old ADC is the home of top-notch scholars who are experts in their Testament, New Testament, Second Temple Judaism, Theology, and Christian History. fields, and they have stretched me, deepened my understanding of God, and increased my love for His Church. The College has also The MA (Th) not only offers you the opportunity to dig into deep theological questions, it also fostered amazing opportunities for me - helping with the publication teaches you what to do with the information you gather. Our practical fields of study within the of two edited books, planning and participating in an international MA (Th) program are designed to equip you for non-ordained leadership roles in the church and conference, as well as teaching theology courses. ADC truly equips and cares for the students who enter their doors! society. You can choose from a variety of specializations such as: Evangelism and Mission, Next Generation Ministry, Pastoral Care and Counselling, Leadership and Spiritual Formation, ADC was exactly what I needed when I needed it and so much more! Discipleship, Prison Chaplaincy, Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care, Indigenous Community Without ADC, I can truly say that I would not be the person, pastor, Development (offered in partnership with NAIITS: An Indigenous Learning Community). and aspiring scholar that I am today.”

16 DOCTOR OF MINISTRY acadiadiv.ca/dmin

10 Courses 4 Years Tuition | 18 Admission Requirements: Three years of ministry experience, preferable following the (based on full-time study) $4,028 per year $16,112 total completion of a Master of Divinity degree, or its educational equivalent, and served a minimum of (based on full-time study) one year in present ministry position 17 Student Feature: ‘ Stacey Campbell, DMin 22 The Doctor of Ministry (DMin) program is designed to help you as a leader and ministry practitioner enhance your understanding and practice of ministry in today’s world. Open to CEO, Prison Fellowship Canada participants of all denominational affiliations you will join students from across Canada, the United States, and around the world. With an emphasis placed on Scripture, theology, and “After researching many institutions across North America, I chose Acadia research you will gain the ability to understand, evaluate, and innovate in your current and future Divinity College for the depth of knowledge, breadth of network available to mentor me toward my end goal, and flexibility I need to study in my specific ministry practice. field.

This high-level degree program is both demanding and flexible. The format allows you to ADC has created an environment where I can reflect on the issues I face study while remaining in your ministry context as much as possible! Directed studies and vocationally and develop relevant, innovative ideas that are shaping the way supervised research available from a distance, as well as one-week intensive courses held on we do ministry. Peer interaction within the courses adds an enriched element the Acadia University campus, allow you to plan your studies around important family and work to my learning as we discuss ideas that are both common and unique to us. commitments. The Doctor of Ministry program is providing me with a solid grounding in Through a combination of classes and a doctoral thesis project, you will have the opportunity academics to go further in my field than I could on my own. It gives me the to reflect, learn, and research under the guidance of experienced, forward-thinking, and passion and motivation to further my professional development and deepen creative practitioners. While developing as a person and ministry practitioner, you will have the my sense of how God is at work. It is very invigorating, and I could not be opportunity to specialize in an area of ministry that you are interested and passionate about. happier with my choice to study at ADC.”

18 ADDITIONAL PROGRAMS acadiadiv.ca/other-programs

The additional programs offered at ADC are flexible to fulfill your desire to grow deeper in your faith. Whether at the undergraduate or graduate level, you will receive invaluable teaching in Biblical Studies, Christian Theology, and Christian History. These foundational courses will help you develop critical thinking skills within your faith and ministry context.

19 NO PROGRAM DIVINITY Maximum Tuition Flexible 5 Courses Dependent on number of courses and level of study

Admission Requirements (undergraduate): High school diploma or equivalent Admission Requirements (graduate): Bachelor’s degree or equivalent If you have your eye on taking a few courses of interest at ADC, but not a full degree – this option allows you the opportunity to take up to 5 undergraduate or graduate courses without being tied to a specific program. Not only is this a flexible option, it also creates possibilities for your future. All courses are taken for-credit, enabling you the option to transfer your credits should you wish to further your studies.

CERTIFICATE IN CHRISTIAN STUDIES CERTIFICATE IN MINISTERIAL STUDIES 1 Year Tuition 10 Courses 2 Years Tuition (based on full-time study) $7,995 per year (based on full-time study) 20 Courses (based on full-time study) $3,999 per year (based on full-time study) Admission Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent Admission Requirements: Over 55 years of age with no formal education beyond the The Certificate in Christian Studies (CCS) is offered at the undergraduate level and will high school level help equip you to be an effective volunteer leader in your church or ministry. Credits that The Certificate in Ministerial Studies (CMS) program presents you with a taste of what you earn in this program can be applied toward a Bachelor of Theology degree at ADC. ADC is all about. If you have been out of school for some time, have never been in a college or university environment, and are looking to be ordained within the Canadian Baptists of Atlantic Canada (CBAC) – this non-credit certificate can help you on your way. GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN CHRISTIAN STUDIES

1 Year Tuition 10 Courses CERTIFICATE IN LAY LEADERSHIP (based on full-time study) $8,494 per year (based on full-time study) 2 Years Tuition 10 Courses Admission Requirements: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, with a minimum Cumulative (based on full-time study) $3,999 per year (based on full-time study) Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 2.00 Admission Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent and referral from denominational accrediting body The Graduate Diploma in Christian Studies (GDCS) helps foster spiritual growth and maturity through dynamic classroom lectures and discussions. The program is offered The Certificate in Lay Leadership is a non-credit program that will allow you to take at the graduate level and can be completed entirely online. The diploma is awarded by courses and deepen your faith through academic learning without feeling the pressure of being a for-credit student. The courses offered for this certificate will help you Acadia Divinity College, with transferable university credits that can be applied toward a within your current ministry context – no matter what that looks like. Master of Divinity or Master of Arts (Theology) degree. 20 HOW TO APPLY acadiadiv.ca/apply

Submit the online application form, which can be completed in 1 approximately 15 minutes.

Send in your documents. Each program has different requirements for additional documents, so please verify that you have submitted everything 2 by checking our website. Please have official transcripts sent directly from your university, college, or high school.

PROGRAM ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor of Theology High school diploma with a minimum 70% average or above in five Grade 12 academic courses, including English 12 (or equivalent) Crandall-Acadia BTh Partnership High school diploma with a minimum 80% average or above in five Grade 12 academic courses, including English 12 (or equivalent) Master of Divinity Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, or equivalent, with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 Master of Arts (Theology) Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, or equivalent, with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 Doctor of Ministry Three years of ministry experience, preferably following the completion of a Master of Divinity degree, or its educational equivalent, and served a minimum of one year in present ministry position Certificate in Christian Studies High school diploma or equivalent Graduate Diploma in Christian Studies Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent, with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 No Program Divinity – Undergraduate High school diploma or equivalent No Program Divinity – Graduate Bachelor’s degree or equivalent Certificate in Ministerial Studies Over 55 years of age with no formal education beyond the high school level Certificate in Lay Leadership High school diploma or equivalent and referral from denominational accrediting body

21 TRANSFER CREDITS Applicants to some programs may request that up to half of the required credit hours be APPLY transferred from an approved institution. For a course to be eligible for a credit transfer, you must have earned a minimum of a C- (60%) on the course to be considered for the Bachelor of Theology or Master of Divinity programs, or a minimum of a B- (70%) on the course to be considered for the Master of Arts (Theology) or Doctor of Ministry programs. Normally, no more than 15 of these credit hours can be earned via internet-based courses.

ADVANCED STANDING Graduates of the Bachelor of Theology degree at Acadia University and undergraduate degrees at and who apply to the Master of Divinity degree may be eligible for advanced standing with credit for some courses, to a maximum of 30 credit hours.

If you have completed courses at another accredited institution that have over 60% of the same content as courses offered in the Acadia program, you may appeal to the Academic Dean to take an elective in the same department.

You may qualify to be admitted into the 30-credit-hour Master of Arts (Theology) program versus the standard 60-credit-hour program if you hold an Honours undergraduate degree within the same field in which you intend to specialize, or if you hold a master’s degree in a theological discipline with a minimum CGPA of 3.0.

INTERNATIONAL REQUIREMENTS Depending upon your country of citizenship, it can take considerable time to get a student visa after you receive an offer of admission – up to six months in some cases. It is recommended that you apply as early as possible before the start date of your program to ensure enough time for visa processing.

You will also be asked to provide supplemental documentation with your application; these may include a copy of your passport, West African Examination Council (WAEC) results, and English Proficiency Test results. For more information on international requirements, please visit: acadiadiv.ca/international-students

22 SCHOLARSHIPS

AND BURSARIES acadiadiv.ca/scholarships-bursaries

The generosity of donors over time has made it possible for Acadia Divinity College to offer you significant scholarships and bursaries. Our financial assistance program ensures that every eligible student receives support every year.

23 ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIP To qualify, you must be a new full-time student with a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.5 from your most recently completed university degree, or an 80% average in five Grade 12 academic courses if you are a high school graduate. This scholarship is valued at $4,330 per year for the normal duration of your program.

BURSARIES All students may apply for bursaries through the appropriate form on the website by the specified deadline. Late applicants will be handled on a case-by-case basis.

Undergraduate: $2,080 per year (full-time); $225 per course (part-time) Graduate: $2,230 per year (full-time); $225 per course (part-time)

ACADIA DOCTORAL SCHOLARSHIP Qualifying Doctor of Ministry students will receive a maximum of $3,000 for the four-year program (up to $750 for each of the four years) based on your academic record, ministry track record, application letter, and financial need. You must apply for this scholarship by the specified deadline on the website.

If you are a student from outside North America you may apply for an International Student Scholarship at the same time as applying for an Acadia Doctoral Scholarship, valued at $1,000 for the duration of the program (up to $250 for each of the four years) and awarded on the same basis.

CORA GRAY & MADELINE SAMPSON BURSARY (AUBA) This bursary was established by a generous gift from the estate of Rev. MacPherson Eaton. The Bursary is named in recognition of Deacons Cora Gray and Madeline Sampson who were choice servants of the Lord Jesus Christ in the Windsor Plains United Baptist Church. If you are part of an African United Baptist Association (AUBA) church or identify as African Nova Scotian, you may apply for this bursary through the appropriate form on the website by the specified deadline.

For information on even more scholarship and bursary opportunities, visit: acadiadiv.ca/scholarships-bursaries 24 HEALTH AND DENTAL PLANS theasu.ca/healthanddental Acadia Student Acadia Student Full-Time Students Health Plan Dental Plan All full-time students (except for Doctor of Ministry and Crandall-Acadia Bachelor of Single Person, 12 months $231 $165 Theology students) are automatically enrolled in the Acadia Student Health Plan and the Acadia Student Dental Plan. These fees are charged to your student account; Family, 12 months $535 $350 however, Canadian students may opt out of this plan and receive a credit for the International Single Person, 12 months $750 $165 fee by signing a waiver by the specified deadline. Proof of comparable health care International Family, 12 months $1,500 $350 coverage is required to opt out of the Health Plan.

25 TUITION & FEES acadiadiv.ca/tuition-fees Certificate in Ministerial FULL-TIME STUDENTS (Canadian and International) Undergraduate Graduate Studies and Lay Leadership Tuition $7,995 $8,494 $3,999 Fees Technology Fee $568 $568 $284 ADC Student Association Fee $50 $50 $50 Athletic & Health Services Fee $247 $247 N/A ASU Student Organization Fees $310.85 $310.85 N/A Total $9,170.85 $9,669.85 $4,333

Certificate in Ministerial PART-TIME STUDENTS (Canadian and International) Undergraduate Graduate Studies and Lay Leadership Tuition per in-class, 3-credit-hour course (including Virtual Seat) Regular $913 $964 $456 Senior (60+) / Ministry Partner* $456 $481 N/A Tuition per online, 3-credit-hour course (including ADC Go) Regular $1,024 $1,024 $456 SeniorFees (60+) / Ministry Partner* $512 $512 N/A Acadia Divinity College reserves the right to change fees at any time *Contact us to see if you qualify as a Ministry Partner

DOCTOR OF MINISTRY STUDENTS (Canadian and International)

Tuition (4,028 per year for 4 years)* $16,112 Continuance Fee** $869 Non-ADC Student (per 3-credit-hour course) $1,340 *Whole program fee - Students are billed each term over the course of their four-year program **The continuance fee is payable when a student’s program extends beyond four years. It is an annual fee, payable each September, as long as the student remains in the program. 26 Catherine Cole Manager of Recruitment and Admissions (902) 585-2220 [email protected] Wolfville, Nova Scotia, Canada

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