Cohorts

Western Seminary offers several degree programs in a cohort model, allowing a small group of students to journey through their program together from start to finish.  Western reviews prospective students for admission based on criteria for each program. 

Accepting Applications for 2025!

We have openings in most of our cohorts in future semesters. Review the different options below to see what best fits your needs.

Antioch Cohorts Cohorts to equip Antioch Movement church leaders in collaboration with the U.S. Leadership Track. 52 credits (3 years) Curator: Tim Osborn	Bay Area Cohorts Cohorts specifically designed for Bay Area church leaders in need of theological training. 52 credits (3 years) Curator: Dan Kimball
Counseling Online Cohorts Counseling cohorts that integrate a biblical worldview with current counseling theory and techniques. 68 credits (3 years) Curator: Rachel Heffield	Orange County Cohorts Cohorts to equip and train Southern California ministry leaders in their context. 52 credits (3 years) Curator: Dan Kimball
Portland MAML Cohorts A cohort to equip and train local church leaders within their current ministry contexts. 52 credits (3 years) Curator: Tim Osborn	Sacramento Area Cohorts Cohorts to equip and train Sacramento Area church leaders within their current ministry contexts. 52 credits (3 years) Curator: Cody Cannon
Tulsa MAML Cohorts Cohorts to equip and train Tulsa area church leaders within their current ministry contexts. 52 credits (3 years) Curator: Steve Mathewson

*The online pathway for the counseling program includes one week of residency each summer at our Portland Campus.

No Longer Accepting Applications

Leadership Cohorts A peer-to-peer learning environment for experienced ministry leaders in need of further graduate education.  36 credits (3 years) Portland / Online / Costa Mesa / Boise / Tulsa

Not sure which cohort is right for you? Request info and an admissions counselor will help walk you through your options.