Leavell College offers a number of courses each term via the Internet for the convenience of our students. Online courses are primarily designed to enable students who would otherwise not be able to take courses to work towards the completion of their degree requirements. Below is a list of frequently asked questions, the schedule of upcoming online courses as well as cost information and registration deadlines.

ONLINE REGISTRATION FORM

The Fall 2008 Online Course Schedule is posted below the FAQ.

Revised August 7, 2008

F.A.Q. - Frequently Asked Questions

• What courses are currently offered?
• How much do online courses cost?
• When and how do I register for online courses?
• Are the online courses accredited?
• Do I have to be enrolled at NOBTS?
• Who can enroll for online courses?
• Why Offer Seminary classes Online?
• Are the courses transferable to other institutions?
• Do I have to take the courses for academic credit?
• Must I enroll in a degree program at NOBTS?

What courses are currently offered?

The online courses being offered in the Fall 2008 can be found on the schedule listed below.

How much do online courses cost?

Tuition Cost and Technology Fee: The tuition for all Internet courses is $175 per credit hour.  There is also a technology fee of $75 per credit hour. 

Course Credit Hour Designation: The second number in the course designation represents the number of credit hours. Example: THCM2375 is a course offered for 3 hours of academic credit.

Withdrawal Refund: For Internet courses, students may receive a refund of course tuition, less $50 prior to receiving access to course content. After receiving access to course content, no refund is available. The technology fee is not refundable.

When and how do I register for online courses?

• Registration for Fall 2008 Internet courses begins April 22, 2008.
• The registration deadline for Fall 2008 Internet courses is August 15, 2008.
• There is no late registration for Internet courses.

Fill out the Registration Form found at the link above and mail to the Registrar's Office at this address:

NOBTS

Attention: Registrar's Office

3939 Gentilly Blvd.

New Orleans, La 70126

Are the online courses accredited?

Yes, all courses at NOBTS are accredited. For more information, see accreditation.

Do I have to be enrolled at NOBTS?

No, you may take the courses on a non-credit basis for your own personal development, or for academic credit as a non-degree student. Students enrolling in Internet courses are not guaranteed admission to the Seminary as degree seeking students. In order to enroll as a degree seeking student at NOBTS, the student must complete all requirements for regular admission into the Seminary, including an approved full application. See Registrar's Office for details.

Who can enroll for online courses?

The courses are designed for anyone who is interested in increasing their knowledge of Christian theology, the Bible, and Christian ministry. The classes are tailored to prepare people for Christian leadership, either in full time vocational ministry or in lay ministry.

These courses are designed primarily for off-campus students who do not have easy access to the New Orleans campus. On-campus students may take the Internet courses in the regular fall and spring semesters only if they meet one of the following two criteria:

• The student is a full-time student, taking a minimum of 12 hours (not including Internet courses or Independent Directed Study courses). The tuition for the Internet courses is in addition to the tuition cap. Students may not take over a total of 18 hours in one semester without the written permission of their Dean.
• In cases in which students need a particular course for graduation, the students may enroll for an Internet course only with the approval of the Provost.

Students may enroll in these courses in one of the following three ways:

• For academic credit toward a baccalaureate or graduate degree in which you are enrolled at NOBTS.
• For academic credit as a non-degree student at NOBTS.
• For non-academic credit, such as for continuing education.

Courses not taken for academic credit can never be applied for credit at the Seminary. Students desiring to enter an NOBTS degree program will need to meet all the normal requirements for admission to the Seminary.

Why Offer Seminary classes Online?

Our hope is to make quality Seminary training accessible to ministers and lay Christian leaders all over the world, regardless of their location. Our commitment is to provide theological education via the Internet that is comparable in quality to our on-campus classes.

Are the courses transferable to other institutions?

Yes (as long as it fits into their degree program and other requirements). To be sure, please check (before you enroll for the Internet class) with the institution to which you want to transfer the credit.

Do I have to take the courses for academic credit?

No, you may choose to take them for your own continuing education.

Must I enroll in a degree program at NOBTS?

No, you may choose to take the course on a non-credit basis for continuing education, or you may choose to take the course for academic credit without enrolling in the Seminary.

 FALL 2008 ONLINE COURSE SCHEDULE 

FALL 2008- SPRING 2009 WOMEN'S MINISTRY ONLINE COURSE SCHEDULE

Please note: The registration period for online courses will be from Monday, April 21, 2008 until Friday, August 15, 2008. Classes will begin on Monday, August 18, 2008.

If you have additional questions about the courses being offered or how they will fit into the curriculum, please contact the undergraduate office at 1-800-662-8701. You may also email Dr. Thomas Strong at tstrong@nobts.edu.