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Introduction
The European Theological Seminary (ETS) is a co-educational institution of academic and practical training for people called by God to prepare for Christian ministry. The European Theological Seminary is an educational institution of the Church of God in Europ...
Examination Policy
1. All academic and practical courses are evaluated by the individual instructors according to the grading system listed below: 100 - 93 = A (excellent) 4.0 quality points 92- 90 = A- 3.7 quality points 89- 88 = B+ (good) 3.3 quality points 87- 8...
Purpose and Objectives of the Seminary
Statement of Purpose The Church of God European Theological Seminary is a bilingual Pentecostal/Charismatic institution of the Church of God (Cleveland, TN, USA), which trains leaders and laity for Christian Ministry in today’s world. It provides a balance of...
History
Historical sketch of the school The Bible school ministry for the Church of God in Europe began in l949 under the leadership of the Reverend Robert Seyda, an American of German descent who was ministering in Germany under the appointment of the Church of God ...
Refunds Policy
Students withdrawing from the Seminary may under certain conditions receive a refund for the tuition, room, and board fees that they have paid. The request has to be made IN WRITING within two weeks after the departure from the Seminary. An adjustment of the f...
Payment of Accounts
Currency All fees at the seminary are charged in euros. Since currency exchange rates fluctuate, the cost of school fees for those paying in foreign currencies may increase or decrease accordingly. Deadline Students must have their accounts paid in full bef...
Scholarships
Work Scholarships - For students without government support the seminary upon application may give limited credit toward room and board for work on the premises.
Tuition Cost
Every attempt is made by the administration, faculty, and staff of the seminary to conserve costs in operating the school. Student contributions cover only about one-third of the student‘s educational expenses. For the remaining part, the school operates mostl...
Work Restrictions
Students enrolled for full-time studies at the European Theological Seminary are expected to accept no employment or regular ministerial engagements beyond their studies, assigned field ministries, and assigned house duties. Application for exceptions to th...
Attendance Policy
Duty of Attendance and Class Participation Each student is expected to attend regularly and punctually all classes in which he/she is enrolled. Students are expected to participate fully in class, the abuse of personal computers may result in disciplinary mea...
School Life
Appearance Students are expected to dress in a manner that is clean, neat, and modest, whether inside or outside school. Appropriate attire is required for all school events to which the public is invited and for all occasions when the student is representing...
Practical Ministries
Practicum and internships in Church ministries constitute an important part of the total educational experience of a student at ETS. As a regular part of their training students will therefore be expected to fulfill practical ministry as described under the di...
Programs
Advanced Certificate in Christian Ministries Pastoral This is a three-year program designed to prepare students for church ministry leadership while gaining a deeper knowledge of the Scriptures. Counseling This is a three-year program designed to prepare s...
Infractions against School Regulations
Disciplinary Committee Representing the school community in the ministry of admonition and restoration is a Disciplinary Committee composed of not less than three members who are appointed by the President at the beginning of each school year. They review cas...
Spiritual Life
Chapel Services The school community celebrates worship every Wednesday morning. Assigned responsibilities encourage participation in the services through preaching, song leading, Bible reading, special music, musical accompaniment, sound, and media. Lord‘s S...
School-Sponsored Events
Social and cultural events are scheduled throughout the year to meet the fellowship needs of the faculty, staff, and student body. These events are clearly marked on the school calendar and all students are required to attend. Students are expected to give the...
The Library
A collection of theological textbooks, reference works, treatises, and magazines, is available for students in both German and English. Library materials are kept in the library, Reading Room, and 1st level classroom. Books that have white library codes may be...
Dormitory Life
Laundry Each student is responsible for washing and drying his or her own clothes in the laundry room and should collect the dry clothes as soon as possible from there. Tokens for the use of the machines are available for purchase from the office. Students ar...
House Regulations
Alcohol and Tobacco With respect to the school‘s sponsoring organization, students are expected to comply with the practical commitments of the Church of God in regard to the use of alcoholic beverages, tobacco, and habit-forming or hallucinatory drugs. Compl...
Faculty
Members of the Faculty VOTING MEMBERS The President of the Seminary and teaching faculty who teach half-time (6-7 hours per week/semester), or more, shall constitute the voting members of the faculty. ASSOCIATE MEMBERS Members of the Administration and mem...