Distance Learning Courses provide the opportunity to study selected subjects at a distance without attending classes.  Individuals taking a distance learning course use a set of required textbooks, lectures in a variety of multimedia formats, a study guide and a set of specific course assignments, including examinations and the preparation of course papers.  AGTS utilizes independent study curricula produced by the Institute of Theological Studies (ITS) and others.  Each course, however, is approved by the faculty of AGTS and course evaluation and grading are under their supervision.

Distance Learning Courses—enable individuals to earn credits toward a graduate degree without traveling to any of the participating campuses.  Participants study selected subjects through lectures on audio CD, video, DVD, and online courses supplemented by directed reading and research assignments, under the direction of faculty mentors.  As many as one-third of the required credits in any AGTS degree may be earned through distance learning or directed research (other advanced standing credit may limit the number of allowable hours).

At present, we offer these courses for distance learning.

DLC are intended primarily for individuals enrolled in AGTS continuing education and in-service programs or for prospective participants who choose to complete foundational degree requirements before arrival on campus. Resident participants may utilize the program, with approval of the academic dean, to resolve course conflicts. Unclassified participants may also enroll for courses.

Individuals dropping DLC must complete the required forms and secure the approval of the registrar. The cost of course materials included in the tuition fee is nonrefundable. When a course is dropped, the following schedule will be used to determine the amount of tuition refund:

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