First Day of Class: September 14, 2026
At Spirit Temple University, education is more than information. It is formation.
STU exists to equip men and women with biblical truth, sound doctrine, spiritual maturity, practical ministry skills, and leadership wisdom for effective Kingdom service.
Spirit Temple University is a non-traditional, Christ-centered institution offering degrees in Bible Ministry and Theology from the Associate level through the Doctoral level. As STU continues to grow, our additional schools are being developed to strengthen ministry effectiveness in churches, ministries, Christian organizations, discipleship settings, and Kingdom assignments.
This expansion does not change who we are. It strengthens what we already carry.
At Spirit Temple University, education is more than information. It is formation.
STU exists to equip men and women with biblical truth, sound doctrine, spiritual maturity, practical ministry skills, and leadership wisdom for effective Kingdom service.
Spirit Temple University is a non-traditional, Christ-centered institution offering degrees in Bible Ministry and Theology from the Associate level through the Doctoral level. As STU continues to grow, our additional schools are being developed to strengthen ministry effectiveness in churches, ministries, Christian organizations, discipleship settings, and Kingdom assignments.
This expansion does not change who we are. It strengthens what we already carry.
Spirit Temple University offers Christ-centered academic programs through ministry-based schools designed to equip students for effective Kingdom service.
The School of Bible Ministry & Theology remains the foundation of STU. Every additional school flows from that foundation and exists to prepare students for greater effectiveness in ministry, leadership, discipleship, pastoral care, church administration, media ministry, Christian education, and Kingdom stewardship.
The School of Bible Ministry & Theology is the foundation of Spirit Temple University.
This school equips students with biblical knowledge, theological understanding, spiritual formation, and practical ministry training. Students are prepared to rightly divide the Word, understand the finished work of Christ, grow in spiritual maturity, and serve faithfully in the work of ministry.
The School of Ministry Leadership & Church Administration equips students to lead God’s people with wisdom, character, vision, spiritual maturity, and organizational excellence.
This school is designed for pastors, ministers, campus leaders, department heads, ministry administrators, church workers, and those called to help build strong churches and healthy ministry systems.
Students are trained to steward vision, lead teams, strengthen departments, organize ministry operations, develop leaders, and serve the local church with excellence.
The School of Pastoral Counseling & Christian Care prepares students to serve individuals, families, churches, and communities through biblical counsel, pastoral care, emotional healing, spiritual support, and Christ-centered guidance.
This school is designed for those called to help people through wisdom, compassion, prayer, the Word of God, and ministry-based care.
Students are trained to support spiritual growth, strengthen families, minister to wounded people, provide care in church settings, and develop pastoral care ministries that bring comfort, clarity, and restoration.
The School of Christian Education & Discipleship equips students to teach, train, disciple, mentor, and develop others through biblical instruction and Christ-centered learning.
This school is designed for Bible teachers, discipleship leaders, children’s ministry workers, youth leaders, Christian educators, curriculum developers, ministry trainers, and those called to shape lives through the Word of God.
Students are trained to communicate truth clearly, develop biblical learning materials, build discipleship systems, and create learning environments where believers grow in faith, identity, purpose, and spiritual maturity.
The School of Ministry Media & Creative Communication equips students to use media, design, communication, digital tools, and creative expression for the advancement of the Gospel.
This school is designed for church media teams, livestream teams, digital ministry leaders, worship arts teams, content creators, graphic designers, communication directors, and those called to proclaim truth through creative and visual platforms.
Students are trained to communicate the message of Christ with clarity, excellence, beauty, and spiritual authenticity.
The School of Kingdom Stewardship & Ministry Administration equips students to steward resources, organize ministry operations, and support the work of churches and ministries with integrity, wisdom, accountability, and excellence.
This school is designed for ministry administrators, church finance teams, nonprofit ministry leaders, department heads, pastors, and those responsible for building healthy systems that serve the vision God has given.
This school is not centered on secular business ambition. It is centered on faithful stewardship, ministry order, administrative excellence, accountability, and resource management for Kingdom assignment.
Every program is built on biblical truth, spiritual growth, and the finished work of Christ. Students are not only trained to know more. They are formed to serve better.
STU programs are designed for ministry effectiveness. Whether a student is called to preach, teach, lead, counsel, disciple, administrate, create, or serve through media, the goal is the same: to strengthen the work of the Kingdom.
STU understands that many students are already serving in ministry, leading families, working, or carrying leadership responsibilities. Our online and hybrid learning structure allows students to grow academically and spiritually while continuing to serve.
Students are formed through coursework, ministry practicums, leadership development, applied projects, research, mentorship, and assignments connected to real ministry life.
STU prepares students to serve with wisdom, sound doctrine, spiritual authority, humility, excellence, and faithfulness to the calling of God.
Choose the pathway that best fits your calling and ministry assignment.
For those called to preach, teach, study Scripture, lead in ministry, pursue theological depth, and serve the Body of Christ with sound doctrine.
For pastors, ministers, church leaders, campus leaders, department heads, ministry administrators, and those called to lead people and steward vision.
For those called to pastoral care, Christian counseling, family support, spiritual guidance, emotional healing, and ministry-based care.
For Bible teachers, discipleship leaders, youth and children’s ministry leaders, Christian educators, curriculum developers, and ministry trainers.
For media ministers, church production teams, designers, creatives, livestream teams, and those called to communicate truth through creative platforms.
For those called to serve churches and ministries through administration, finance, stewardship, operations, systems, and organizational support.
Every additional school at Spirit Temple University must remain connected to STU’s Bible Ministry and Theology foundation.
The additional schools are designed to provide specialized ministry training while preserving STU’s spiritual identity, biblical foundation, and commitment to Kingdom service.
These courses help keep every program anchored in STU’s spiritual identity.
After the shared foundation, students take courses connected to their school.
Your calling deserves preparation.
Your leadership deserves formation.
Your purpose deserves structure.
At Spirit Temple University, we are here to help you grow in the Word, deepen your faith, sharpen your gifts, and prepare for the work God has placed in your hands.
Whether you are beginning your journey in Bible Ministry or advancing into specialized ministry leadership, STU is committed to equipping you for effective Kingdom service.