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Deepen Your Calling Through Specialized Excellence

At RTS, we believe your calling deserves focused preparation. Our Centers of Excellence provide specialized training that goes beyond traditional seminary education, equipping you with expertise in specific ministry areas where the church has urgent need.

Each center combines rigorous academic study with real-world application, connecting you with expert faculty, practicing professionals, and fellow students who share your passion. Whether you're called to serve in the marketplace, plant churches, minister on campus, engage public policy, or lead in challenging cultural contexts, our centers provide the deep, practical training that transforms good intentions into effective ministry.

Centers of Concentrated Study

Jackson
Summer Institute for Biblical Languages
Learn Greek or Hebrew in an intensive, eight-week immersion experience that completes a full year of language study. Study three hours per day, five days per week, under the instruction of Dr. Miles Van Pelt, alongside a community of serious learners. 
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Jackson
Counseling Center
The Counseling Center offers affordable, Christ-centered counseling for individuals, couples, and families as you navigate life’s challenges. Services are offered in the Jackson metro area on a sliding fee scale and are provided by supervised graduate interns in partnership with the RTS Master of Arts in Counseling program. 
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Orlando
Institute for Faith, Work, & Culture
Equip yourself and others to integrate biblical faith with workplace calling and cultural engagement through Reformed theological principles.
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Orlando
Institute for the Study of Ancient Texts
Engage the ancient Near Eastern and Greco-Roman worlds through advanced study, research, seminars, and educational events for students, scholars, churches, and schools.
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Charlotte
Center for Church Planting
Gain the theological foundation and practical skills needed to plant healthy, reproducing churches in America's fastest-growing mission field. 
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Charlotte
Center for Campus Ministry
Develop the specialized training and strategic vision needed to reach the next generation of leaders through effective campus ministry. 
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Washington, D.C.
Institute for Theology and Public Life
Learn to faithfully apply Reformed theology to public policy questions and civil engagement in our nation's capital.
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Ready to explore specialized training for your calling?

Our Admissions team can help you discover which center aligns with your ministry goals and guide you on how to integrate specialized training into your degree program.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I participate in a center while pursuing any degree?

Yes, most centers offer specialized courses, certificates of completion, and experiences that complement your MDiv, MA, or other degree program. Centers provide focused training within your broader theological education, allowing you to develop expertise in your area of calling while completing your core degree requirements.

Do centers require additional tuition?

Center participation is typically included in your regular tuition. Some centers offer specialized certificates that may involve additional courses, and several provide scholarship opportunities for students committed to their focus area. Contact our Admissions team for specific details about costs and available funding.

Can I take center courses without being enrolled in a degree program?

Many centers welcome audit students and offer continuing education opportunities for pastors and ministry professionals. Some courses are available to non-degree-seeking students, although full center participation and certificates typically require degree enrollment. Each center has different policies, so reach out to learn about specific opportunities.