Why Westminster California?
We are devoted to providing a quality seminary education that is committed to the Gospel and to the Reformed confessions of faith, maintains high standards of academic scholarship, and promotes learning in a face-to-face community environment.
Meet Our Admission Staff
Our admissions staff is dedicated to providing you with friendly, helpful and personal service. We look forward to working closely with you to answer questions and facilitate the application process.
Meet Our Faculty
Our faculty consists of pastor-scholars united in their commitment to the inerrant Word of God and the Reformed Confessions of faith.
Meet our Students/Graduates
Our students apply their education to a variety of callings, including teaching, missions work, and pastoral ministry. Learn about our students' personal experiences at WSC, and how WSC prepared them for their callings.
Degrees & Programs
Each of Westminster Seminary California's degree programs offers a rigorous, Christ-centered curriculum designed to challenge, instruct, and prepare our students for Kingdom service.
Accreditation
Westminster Seminary California is an accredited school of theology at the graduate level through the Association of Theological Schools and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. WSC is the only accredited, independent, interdenominational Reformed seminary in the Western United States.
Contact Admissions
Let us know if you have any questions, request admissions information, or schedule a visit.
Visit WSC
There's no better way to get to know WSC than to come attend our classes, meet our faculty and staff, and experience the student life on our campus in Southern California.
Apply
Ready to take the next step? Apply now to Westminster Seminary California to begin your seminary studies in one of our degree programs.
International Students
International applicants are welcome to apply to our degree programs. Review helpful tips and guidelines for international students before you apply.
Financial Aid
WSC is committed to making a seminary education affordable for all students. Over 90% of WSC students receive financial aid in the form of scholarships, merit and need-based grants, and federal student loans.
Student Life
You will experience a Christian community of faith in a variety of forums beyond the classroom, which will help to nurture your spiritual life, faith, and fellowship. Learn how you can get involved!
Local Information
Situated in the hills of North San Diego County, the city of Escondido provides a beautiful location in which you can live and study. Its proximity to San Diego and Orange County provides an abundance of social and cultural opportunities that we encourage you to explore and enjoy.
Quick Facts & FAQ
See our stats at a glance, and review questions and answers commonly asked by prospective students.
Field Education & Placement
Westminster Seminary California's Field Education Program is designed to integrate your classroom studies with part-time ministry in local churches throughout the course of your seminary education.
Why Seminary?
"The Christian faithful, for their own health, must insist upon rigorous training in sound, confessional seminaries and examinations on the floor of classis and presbytery … We are training pastor-scholars." — Michael Horton
Preparing for Seminary
Whether you have already been admitted to WSC or are hoping to attend in the future, we have provided several resources to help you prepare for your seminary experience.
Recommended Reading List
This book list is provided to introduce students to various topics that will be covered or referenced during studies at WSC. This is a helpful resource for pre-seminary preparation, but not a pre-requisite for enrollment.
Resource Center
Get to know our faculty by browsing through audio, video, and print resources that feature their research and writing.
| DISCOVER WESTMINSTER | TAKE THE NEXT STEP | BEYOND THE CLASSROOM | RESOURCES |
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Why Westminster California? |
Contact Admissions |
Student Life |
Why Seminary? |
Meet Our Admissions Staff |
Visit WSC |
Local Information |
Preparing For Seminary |
Meet Our Faculty |
Apply |
Quick Facts & FAQ |
Recommended Reading List |
Meet Our Students/Graduates |
International Students |
Field Education & Placement |
Resource Center |
Degrees & Programs |
Financial Aid |
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Accreditation |


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