We desire to graduate students who are rooted in Christ and ready for the world. We believe that education is discipleship, and there are some things that you can only learn face-to-face, life-on-life. Our programs are designed to give students key habits of heart and mind that will serve them in every area of life.
We are excited to offer new class opportunities in our evening programs for members and ministry leaders of local churches. It’s an opportunity to Taste and See what we mean by Education in Serious Joy. Those who take classes work through assigned reading and engage in the regular classroom experience of graduate and undergraduate evening students.
Trains students in skills necessary for developing a research paper, including using and analyzing sources, thinking critically, and presenting arguments in support of a thesis.
June 12–14 and July 17–19
Thursdays & Fridays 6-9pm, Saturdays 8am-12pm
The North Church, Room C402–404
Introduces students to the biblical theology of world missions as well as factors affecting evangelism and discipleship within a cross-cultural context. This course surveys and critically assesses contemporary approaches to pioneer church planting.
June 20–21 and August 1–2
Fridays 6-10pm, Saturdays 8am-2pm
The North Church, Room C402-404
This course will examine various works of the English author J.R.R. Tolkien, with a particular emphasis upon growing in knowledge and love of Christian theological and philosophical truth through such an examination. The course will also study the nature and role of the faculty of human imagination through Tolkien’s writings.
June 27–28 and July 25–26
Fridays 6-10pm, Saturdays 8am-2pm
The North Church, Room C402-404
Fall 2025 class details forthcoming.
May 12
Application deadline to take evening courses, if spots are still available.
After May 12
The course syllabus will be available once the student is registered for the course and payment has been submitted. Syllabus will include required books, assignments, reading requirements and due dates.
*Auditors are only required to complete assigned reading.
May 27
Coursework will begin the week of Memorial Day, May 27. See course options above for specific dates.
What is the difference between auditing vs. becoming a special student?
Individuals who choose to audit classes at Bethlehem are focused on personal enrichment and will not receive college credit.
Individuals who enroll under a special student status can take up to 4 classes for credit at Bethlehem without pursuing a certificate or degree.
Additional Options
Graduate certificate students are fully enrolled in Bethlehem College and take 7 courses total (21 credits) to complete a Graduate Certificate in Theological Studies. Classes are $400 per credit.
In keeping with our commitment to affordability, we are offering the option to audit for $100 per class or become a special students for $250 per credit (undergraduate) or $380 per credit (graduate).
Yes, Bethlehem is accredited by the Association of Biblical Higher Education. Special Students can apply their credits toward a Bethlehem program or transfer their credits to other institutions, if desired.
No, Bethlehem is unable to provide housing.
Registration deadline for auditing and special students is May 12, as space allows.