Admissions & Tuition
Applicants to Pneuma Theological Seminary will be required to meet the following criteria:
- For the ASSOCIATES and BACHELORS DEGREE – One official copy of a high school transcript or equivalent.
- For a MASTERS DEGREE – A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution, the candidate’s official transcript showing a G.P.A. of 2.5 or higher.
- For a DOCTORAL DEGREE – A Master’s Degree from an accredited seminary, a certified copy of the candidates transcripts showing a 3.0 G.P.A. or better in the Master’s Program and 3 letters of recommendation.
- All students will be required to complete an application form.
In addition to the above requirements, each student may be required to submit a Life Experience Resume, to qualify for admission to the Bachelor’s Program. After evaluation of the candidate’s application, and Life Experience Resume by the Entrance committee, advance-standing credit may be granted.
The committee will take into account the following factors:
- Previous courses in the field of study
- Past experience in the field of study
- Church sponsored Bible Studies or Teacher Training
- Significant life events, which have a relation to self-education
- Any formal training past the Secondary School level
Academic Policy
APPLICATION
Forms for application should be completed and returned to our office with the non-refundable application fee.
ACADEMIC POLICY
All graduation requirements will be in accordance with the curriculum for each Degree sought. Exception to these requirements is by petition to academic advisors, with approval by the president.
ACADEMIC STANDING
To remain in good academic standing, students must successfully complete seventy-five percent of the courses in which they enroll.
PERMANENT ACADEMIC RECORD
All grades are recorded as a permanent part of the student’s academic history. Adjustments for uncompleted courses may be corrected within 2 years; otherwise they remain a part of the student’s permanent record.
NON-DISCRIMINATORY POLICY
Pneuma Theological Seminary does not discriminate against students on the basis of race, color, sexual orientation and national or ethnic origin.
The Application Process
Tuition
Application Fee
TUITION PER CREDIT HOURS
Associate’s Degree
Bachelor’s
Master’s
Doctor’s
TUITION PER SEMESTER
Associate’s
Bachelor’s
Master’s
Doctor’s
Grading Scale
PERMANENT ACADEMIC RECORD
All grades are recorded as a permanent part of the student’s academic history. Adjustments for uncompleted courses may be corrected within 2 years; otherwise they remain a part of the student’s permanent record. GRADING SYSTEM
All academic work is graded according to the following standard and is evaluated by faculty member and assigned a letter grade:
Scale Grade
90-100 Excellent…………………………………………………..A 4.0
80-89 Good………………………………………………………… B 3.0
70-79 Average……………………………………………………. C 2.0
60-69 Conditional Passing…………………………………….D 1.0
0-60 Failure…………………………………………………………F 0.0
Incomplete…………………………………………………………. I
FINANCIAL POLICY
The main purpose of PNEUMA THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY is to provide the student quality Bible based education at an affordable rate, thus we here at All tuition fees must be paid prior to the end of each semester. PTS reserves the right to Pneuma Theological Seminary rely on the Lord’s leading and blessing to keep this withhold student transcripts, degrees and deny future enrollment against the payment of institution in financial existence. Should a student find it necessary to withdraw from a course of study, he should contact the office. Merely ceasing to submit lesson assignments or attend class does not constitute a withdrawal. Neither does it relieve a student of his financial obligations to the school, providing the student is making monthly payments on his tuition. When an applicant signs an application, he is signing a contract with the school. If a student decides to withdraw from the college of seminary, he must do so within 7 days after enrollment should he desire a refund on his tuition. Should the withdrawal be made within 7 days of submitting the application, all tuition will be returned less enrollment fees and the cost of any textbooks that may have been shipped or received by student in class. If a student withdraws without the consent of the president, he receives no refund.
REFUNDS
The application and enrollment fees are non-refundable. Refunds on tuition will be given only if the student withdraws within 7 days after enrollment. In case of death or involuntary call to military duty, the college and seminary will refund 50% of the remaining unused tuition. The signing of the application is considered signing a contract with P.T.S. and the student becomes liable for the entire amount of the program in which he enrolls.
PAYMENT & ADJUSTMENT OF TUITION FEES
Obligation and Payment: Registration when accepted by the Seminary and the student. Failure to make payments of any amounts owed to the school when they become due is considered sufficient cause until the debt is satisfied. Payments are required no later than the second week of school if a financial plan has not been agreed upon and certified by the school.
All balances owed from previous semesters must be paid prior to registration. Students with outstanding balances will not be permitted to register. Failure to maintain good financial standing with the school will affect eligibility for financial aid and/or availability of tuition deferment plans. Students in default may be administratively withdrawn from current courses. Students will not be allowed to graduate until all financial obligations are met.
OTHER EXPENSES
In addition to tuition and fees, each student must purchase books and instructional supplies. Class rings will be available to students wising to purchase them. Costs vary according to the type and style of ring. Previous costs have ranged from $399.00 – $1,550.00.