We understand why learning Greek and Hebrew might be intimidating. But if you’re committed, you could learn the biblical languages in just 8 weeks. Hundreds of students — seminarians and lay leaders — do it every year during our Summer Institute for Biblical Languages. Take Hebrew or Greek with Dr. Miles Van Pelt during a special summer intensive in which each language is studied three hours per day, five days per week for eight weeks. During this eight week period, you will complete a full year of language study (Hebrew 1 and 2 or Greek 1 and 2).
Complete an entire year of language study in eight weeks.
The intensive, immersion context is better suited for language acquisition than intermittent exposure during a regular academic year.
Study with others learning the languages and enjoy the perks of a live virtual classroom.
Current students, alumni, and pastors
These courses are intended to provide a better educational context for the biblical languages given the increasing part-time nature of student enrollment. Any RTS student at an RTS campus can take these courses for credit. Additionally, pastors who would like to brush up on biblical language skills may find it to better fit their current ministry contexts. RTS Alumni can take the courses for free.
Visiting or Special Students
Non-RTS students who wish to participate in the Summer Institute and receive credit must apply. If you are currently enrolled in good standing at an accredited seminary or graduate school, you may go through a very abbreviated application to become a Visiting Student. Others must apply at a minimum to be a Special Student. Find out more about Visiting Student or Special Student applications requirements here.
View class dates and times for this summer under the “Summer” tab on our Upcoming Classes page.
Housing during the Summer Institute for Biblical Languages has limited availability. Please reach out to RTS Jackson Housing (housing.jackson@rts.edu) for more information.
For details about cost per credit hour, please see the tuition and fees page.
If you would like to study ahead of time or simply get a better understanding of the curriculum, you’ll find information on required and recommended textbooks under the course syllabus.
