Birmingham Theological Seminary

Birmingham Theological Seminary (BTS) is a multi-site, graduate seminary committed to making faithful, high-quality, and affordable theological education accessible to a wide range of learners. The seminary’s mission is to equip leaders for Christ’s church through a strategic blend of academic rigor and practical ministry application. BTS offers graduate and postgraduate programs both on-site and online, serving future and current pastors, counselors, and lay leaders domestically and internationally. Grounded in a historic, reformed tradition, BTS holds to biblical inerrancy, infallibility, and authority. A key distinctive is the "Pastor/Professor" model, which leverages the experience of active pastors to provide focused academic and theological training with real-world application. This model ensures students are prepared not only with deep theological knowledge but also with the practical skills needed for ministry. The seminary is dedicated to serving the local church and extending its reach through flexible and affordable education. Its values emphasize academic excellence, pastoral focus, and a gospel-centered approach, all aimed at fostering kingdom impact in diverse communities.