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About Us
Founded in 2000, City Seminary of Sacramento is a school of theology at the graduate level committed to providing a sound, biblical education to those called to the preaching ministry. Our online degree programs make a complete seminary education available to every qualified student called by Jesus Christ to minister to His church. The seminary offers programs leading to the degrees of Associate of Theological Studies, Master of Theological Studies (2-year); Bachelor of Divinity and Master of Divinity (4-year).
Academic Curriculum
Our focus is preparing men to be pastors – “thoroughly furnished,” as Timothy says. That means our curriculum is composed primarily of required courses strategically chosen for those seeking to enter the ministry All meat. No fat. From 2023–2025, 80% of our graduates entered full-time ministry.
Spiritual Formation
Our program is designed to help you grow in your faith, and love for God’s people. You will not be able to succeed at City Seminary on academics alone.
Student-Faculty Ratio
Our extremely low 3-to-1 student to faculty ratio means you matter to us, and will get the attention you need to succeed.
Academic Curriculum
Our focus is preparing men to be pastors – “thoroughly furnished,” as Timothy says. That means our curriculum is composed primarily of required courses strategically chosen for those seeking to enter the ministry All meat. No fat. From 2023–2025, 80% of our graduates entered full-time ministry.
Spiritual Formation
Our program is designed to help you grow in your faith, and love for God’s people. You will not be able to succeed at City Seminary on academics alone.
Student-Faculty Ratio
Our extremely low 3-to-1 student to faculty ratio means you matter to us, and will get the attention you need to succeed.
Statistics
Student Satisfaction Rate
98.3%
Course Completion Rate
76.3%
Persistence Rate
81%
Chaplaincy Program
As an affiliate institution of Clinical Pastoral Education International, this accredited program is designed for those preparing for bi-vocational pastoral ministry, as well as those seeking to enter into full-time chaplaincy.
Our program program is self-consciously Christian, and aimed at providing bi-vocational pastors and church planters with an ideal second income, and for those seeking a full-time career in chaplaincy ministry.
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And the things that you have heard from me among many witnesses, commit these to faithful men who will be able to teach others also.
II Timothy 2:2 NKJV
City Seminary of Sacramento exists to train pastors. In keeping with II Timothy 2:2, our faculty is composed of men with many years of pastoral experience. This “pastors-training-pastors” model is not only biblical, but also immensely practical in preparing students both academically, and spiritually. If you believe God is calling you to ministry, fill out the Application below. Talk to your pastor, and then talk to us. We will be by your side every step of the way.
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Current Courses
Third Trimester 2026 (Begins Aug. 31, 2026)
NT 131 – Intermediate Greek Grammar. Thursdays, 6:30PM-8:20PM (US PDT) Rev. Lane Keister
Study of Greek syntax: cases, moods, and tenses. The purpose is to acquaint the reader of the Greek New Testament with the linguistic constructions found in the New Testament. Prerequisite: NT 102. (2 credit hours)
RW 101 – Research and Writing Methods. Tuesdays, 5:30PM-6:20PM (US PDT) Rev. Colin Samul
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of theological research, academic writing, and proper documentation for seminary-level work. It is designed especially for students with little or no prior experience in research writing. The goal of this course is to equip students to engage in developing a thesis and defending their thesis through long form argumentation. The course will especially prepare them to engage in essay writing for biblical, historical, systematic, and apologetic courses at City Seminary. *Required for all new students. (1 credit hour)
ST 191/591 – Prolegomena. Thursdays, 5:30 – 6:20 PM (US PDT) Dr. Joel Wood.
An examination of theological method, the nature of Biblical revelation, verbal inspiration, inerrancy and infallibility. (A working familiarity with ancient and modern philosophy would be helpful). **This course uses a flipped-classroom format. Students complete assigned readings, pre-recorded lectures, and other preparatory work before each class session. There are fewer live lecture sessions, as scheduled in the syllabus. Class time is devoted primarily to faculty-guided discussion, theological reflection, collaborative learning, and the practical application of course concepts. Students should expect consistent preparation and active participation. *Required for all students. (2 credit hours)
ST 312/712 – Creeds & Confessions of the Reformation. Tuesdays, 6:30 PM – 8:20PM (US PDT) Rev. Michael Voytek
A study of the creeds and confessions produced during the Protestant Reformation, especially the Three Forms of Unity and the Westminster Standards. (2 credit hours)
PT 351 – Clinical Pastoral Education II. begins August 31, 2026. Rev. John Sawtelle
Fulfills CPE Unit 2 requirements for certified chaplaincy, including not less than 400 hours composed of classroom and one-on-one instruction, and fieldwork. Fieldwork may include internship hours.
Mark the Date:
- Aug. 3, 2026 – Registration for Third Trimester opens
- Aug. 24, 2026 – Registration Deadline
- Aug. 31, 2026 – Third Trimester Begins
- TBD – Midterms Begin
- Dec. 7 – 11, 2026 – Last Week of Classes
Calendar
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First Trimester 2027
- TBD – Registration Opens
- TBD – Registration Deadline
- TBD – Trimester Begins
- TBD – Clinical Pastoral Education IV Begins
- TBD – Midterms
- TBD – Final Week of Classes
“And the things that you have heard from me among many witnesses, commit these to faithful men who will be able to teach others also.”
II Timothy 2:2