Face-to-Face Education

Westminster Seminary California remains committed to an in-person educational model in which we learn, live, and love together during a season of preparation for ministry. Seminary education is not an end in itself, rather, it lays a foundation for a life of service in Christ’s kingdom. We hope you will come and study with us in person!

The Value of In-Person Training

Theological education and preparation for ministry, like ministry itself, is intensely personal and deeply communal. This personal and communal approach leads to a robust education and a well-rounded preparation for a lifetime of service. Getting ready to serve Christ, his kingdom, and his church means more than outstanding classroom lectures—as important as they are—it means developing deep personal relationships with faculty mentors and other students. We believe that the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the church created by the Word, are worthy of pastors and leaders educated in this personal approach to Reformed theological education.

Learn More

Why study with us in person?

Hear from some of our professors on why they believe an in-person education is crucial to your academic and spiritual formation as you prepare to enter into ministry.

Dr. Bitner

Dr. Troxel

Alumni Testimony

“It may be easier these days to do seminary online, but you miss out on the in-person seminary experience. Lectures in the classroom are only one part of learning in seminary. Talking with your professors around campus, working through theological concepts with your peers, having access to a good library, and praying with faculty and fellow students all help to make seminary a spiritually and intellectually formative time.”

Mike AwtryMaster of Divinity Degree

Ways to Build Community at WSC

At Westminster Seminary California, learning does not start and stop during scheduled classes. WSC students, alumni, and faculty all count their interactions with one another in the student lounge, library, local coffee shops, (beaches—we must say something about beaches in Southern California), and homes among their fondest memories of seminary. It is in these settings where the classroom instruction is nurtured, matured, and nuanced.

Student Associations

WSC has several associations intended to foster fellowship and community among students, faculty, staff, and their families. Learn more about them here.

Learn More

On-Campus Housing

Enjoy rich fellowship with fellow students and their families in our spacious and affordable campus housing.

Explore our Housing

Our Team

The seminary maintains a 1:10 faculty/student ratio and intentionally fosters personal interaction between our accomplished professors and WSC students.

Meet our Faculty

We want to meet you!

Experience the benefits of an in-person education by scheduling a visit to WSC. You can get $500 toward your travel expenses like airfare, gas, or car rental. Plus, we’ll provide you with 2 nights of FREE lodging for your in-person visit!

Schedule a Visit
Learn More