Jessup’s School of Theology & Leadership equips men and women for effective transformational leadership. With Christ at the center and the Bible as our authority, we nurture the next generation of scholars and leaders to impact culture and the Church. No matter their ministry pathway, graduates are ready to impact the world through authenticity, inspiration, empathy, and innovation.
Mission
We develop transformational stewards leading in churches, businesses, and communities to produce change and build lives.
Vision
Jessup University’s School of Theology & Leadership educates transformational leaders for the glory of God.
Offerings
Delivery Method
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Centers Partnerships
The School of Theology & Leadership works collaboratively with Wilson University to provide online programs for their constituency. For details, please go to http://wilsonuniversity.org/wu-wju/.
Benefits for Church Partners and Church Leaders
As we educate the next generation of church leaders, we’re excited to offer several tuition discounts and resources to our partner churches who generously support this mission.
Church Partnership Grant (For Church Members)
- For Traditional Students: $2,000 per year (1/2 disbursed each semester).
- For Online & Graduate Students: 10% discount of tuition charged
Ministry Worker’s Grant (For Church Staff)
- For PT staff: 20% tuition discount for Graduate and Online programs
- For FT staff: 40% tuition discount for Graduate and Online programs
For more information or to apply, visit our Church Partnerships page.
Pastors-in-Training (PIT) Scholarship
Over the years, Jessup University has been blessed with endowments that have been dedicated to support students who are training for local church ministry. Some of these endowments are now being utilized to underwrite Pastors in Training (PIT) Scholarships. Jessup is committed to substantially lessen or eliminate debt for ministry students.
We encourage both male and female applicants, as well as both undergraduate and graduate students who are pursuing God’s call into local church ministry. Scholarships will be assigned first to new students. Residual funds may be allocated as scholarships to continuing students, based on reapplication each year.
To learn more or apply, check out the Pastors-in-Training Scholarship under the Institutional Aid tabs. Click here for Undergraduate students and here for Graduate students.
Max Botner, Ph.D.
Associate Professor; Director – Center for Bible Study
mbotner@jessup.edu See Full Bio
Derek Zahnd, Ph.D.
Associate Dean; Program Director MDiv; Associate Professor (Leadership)
dzahnd@jessup.edu See Full Bio
Daniel Gluck, Ph.D.
Program Director – Leadership; Director – Center for Global Engagement; Professor
dgluck@jessup.edu See Full Bio
Elizabeth H. P. Backfish, Ph.D.
Program Director – Biblical Studies; Associate Professor
lbackfish@jessup.edu See Full BioThe Kern Scholar Program
Complete your bachelor’s and master’s degree in as little as five years!
The Kern Scholar Program allows students to earn both a Bachelor of Arts in Leadership and a Master of Arts in Leadership degree in as little as five years. This pathway is designed specifically for students looking to answer the call to serve others through ministry. In addition to classes, the accelerated program includes practical ministry mentorships, regular meetings with a cohort of peers, intentional mentoring for each student, and retreats. Through the program, students receive the mentoring, training, and guidance necessary to become effective and skilled leaders for contemporary ministry.
Who Can Apply?
High school seniors, undergraduate transfer students, and current Jessup undergraduates are invited to apply. This program also has special focus for any students serving in Latino churches.
For more information on the program or application process, call (916) 577-8020 or email Dr. Matthew Godshall (mgodshall@jessup.edu).
Program Highlights
- Complete your bachelor’s and master’s degree in as little as five years.
- Benefit from group and one-on-one mentoring with experienced ministry professionals.
- Be part of a cohort of peers who can provide support and encouragement for your academic and ministerial goals.
- Receive practical leadership skills and experience through mentorships.
- Get a head start on your master’s degree with the opportunity to take ten units during your undergraduate studies to apply toward the M.A. in Leadership.
- Benefit from Jessup’s partner church scholarships for your undergraduate program and full-time ministry discount for your master’s program.
Visit Financial Aid for more information.
The Kern Scholar Program has been made possible by a generous grant from the Kern Family Foundation.
