We know that deciding to pursue seminary is a significant decision that touches every dimension of your life—your calling, your family, your finances, and your future ministry. We want to walk alongside you in this discernment process.
Each RTS campus has dedicated Admissions Counselors who are ready to answer your questions, connect you with faculty and current students, and help you determine which campus and program best fit your calling. We encourage you to reach out directly to the campus you're interested in—or, if you're still exploring your options, use the contact form linked below—and we'll connect you with the right person.
Markus Berger is the Campus Administrator at RTS Houston. He taught mathematics for 15 years before joining RTS. He graduated from the Houston campus in the spring of 2016, receiving a Master of Arts (Biblical Studies). He enrolled at Highland Theological College in 2017 in pursuit of a Ph.D. The working title of his dissertation is “The Rhetoric of Theodicy in the Book of Kings.” Markus is an ordained ruling elder at Christ Presbyterian Church (PCA). He is happily married to Anjali and they have one daughter, Esther.
Caleb joined as the Director of Admissions and Recruitment in March 2019. Caleb provides management to the admissions staff, mentors potential students, and networks with ministry leaders.
Before joining RTS, he served for the last five years with Pioneers USA as the Director of Stewardship working in donor development. After Bible college, he was an Associate Pastor for seven years at a non-denominational church in Maryland working with youth ministry and church administration.
He is an Ohio native, who is married with two teenage daughters. He is an avid golfer. He is an administrator with a pastor’s heart who wants to mentor leaders to serve the global church.
Originally from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Fernando and his wife, Luise, moved to Charlotte in January 2024 to pursue his MDiv degree at RTS. He holds a bachelor’s in electrical engineering and worked in the Tech/Finance sector. Contrary to the stereotype of an engineer, he is also a musician. Fernando desires to become a pastor and keep serving the Lord and his Church.
William is a graduate of Belhaven University with a bachelor’s degree in both biblical studies and history. He is currently pursuing a Master of Divinity at RTS Jackson. Having grown up in Vienna, Austria, and North-West England, he moved to Mississippi in 2022. William is married to Catherine, and together they have one son, James. They are members of Pear Orchard Presbyterian Church (PCA), where William also serves as a pastoral intern.
Jacob was born in Kissimmee Florida, but moved and grew up in the Atlanta, Georgia area. He attended Georgia College and State University, where he became a Christian and met his wife Hannah. He graduated in 2020 with a bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, and moved to Statesboro, Georgia where he was the Director of Youth Ministries for Trinity PCA. In July of 2022, he and his wife moved to Charlotte and began his MDiv at RTS.
Avery Schrader joined Reformed Theological Seminary (RTS) – Charlotte in 2021, bringing with her a background in occupational therapy. She graduated with a Master of Arts in Christian Counseling (MACC) from RTS in May 2024 and is enthusiastic about serving the RTS Charlotte community.
Ms. Schrader holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Washburn University and is originally from northeast Kansas.
Faith Key grew up in Clarksville, TN and is currently an MDiv student and Admissions Counselor at RTS Charlotte. She graduated in the fall of 2021 with a BA in Psychology from Azusa Pacific University in Southern California. She and her husband, Kirby, married in 2023 before beginning their studies in Charlotte. Faith enjoys drinking alarming amounts of coffee and purchasing more books than she has time to read.
CL is a graduate of Reformed Theological Seminary, Jackson (2016). He has lived most of his life in the Jackson area besides a four year stint in India from 2010-2014. CL is married to Kirsten, and they have four children (Eva, Selah, Jayin, and Eliana). His family are members of Redeemer Presbyterian Church (PCA), where he is honored to serve on the session as a ruling elder.
Margaret joined RTS as Office Manager in 2023 after moving to Charlotte from Greenville, SC. Margaret majored in Music Education at Converse College and taught orchestra at various public schools across Greenville County for eight years. In her free time she enjoys teaching violin lessons, doing arts and crafts, spending time with loved ones, and various outdoor activities.
Elizabeth Wagner came to Washington, D.C. to serve as an intelligence analyst after earning her M.A. in International Security from the University of Denver, where she also worked as a Graduate Admissions Counselor. Her husband, Nate, an RTS graduate, pastors Portico Church in Arlington, Virginia. They have three daughters and enjoy hiking, gardening, and reading great books.
Justin graduated with a degree in Communications from Eastern Illinois University. After beginning seminary in Indianapolis, Justin and his wife Lydia moved to Charlotte to complete his MDiv right here at RTS Charlotte. Justin graduated with his MDiv in the Spring of 2025 and began his role as Director of Admissions and Recruitment shortly after graduation. Justin and Lydia have two daughters, Dorothy and Lois.
Preparing for ministry happens both in the classroom and in community. Whether you're relocating across the country or commuting from nearby, we want to help you connect to life at your RTS campus and the local community surrounding it.
Our Admissions teams can guide you toward housing options, connect you with local churches aligned with your denominational background, and provide insights into the unique culture and opportunities of each campus city. Many of our campuses also have connections with churches and organizations that can help with job opportunities for students and spouses.
RTS isn't just about earning a degree—it's about becoming part of a community that will shape your preparation for ministry and provide relationships that last long after graduation.
Request information or make an appointment with our Admissions Counselor.
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Applying to RTS is simple, and our team is here to support you at every step.
Start by clicking the link below and selecting "Sign Up" to create your online application account, where you can save your progress and return anytime. From there, the application includes a few key components: the application form, your statement of faith, references from pastors or ministry leaders, and official transcripts from any previous institutions you've attended.
Some programs, our counseling degrees in particular, have a few additional requirements. Your Admissions Counselor will walk you through anything specific to your program and make sure your application is complete.
Tuition costs can make seminary feel financially out of reach for many called to ministry. We've partnered with churches and believers around the world to offer rigorous theological education at a price that lets you focus on your calling, not your debt. Over 75% of our students receive some form of financial aid, and more than 85% report graduating with no additional debt.
Excellence in ministry preparation shouldn't require sacrificing your financial future.
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