E D U C A T I O N
Challenging the mind is an important part of what we do at Waymaker Insitute. Through carefully curated classes, you will grow your understanding of the bible, church, and your personal followership with Jesus.
SCHOOL OF MINISTRY
WHAT IS THE SCHOOL OF MINISTRY?
The School of Ministry is a three-year school with different programs. Our team assesses your experience and education and places you in the year that best propels you to step into your calling.
Three Pillars
The School of Ministry is a three-year school with different programs. Our team assesses your experience and education and places you in the year that best propels you to step into your calling.
M I N I S T R Y T R A I N I N G
Equipping the hands is part of our second pillar because we see immense value in practical, hands-on experience. This training will take place in the context of a local church ministry.
S P I R I T U A L F O R M A T I O N
Our ultimate goal is to grow you up to be a fully devoted, mature follower of Jesus. Through group environments and personal coaching, you will learn how to be with, be like, and do what Jesus did.
School of Ministry Explained
Year One Internship
An unpaid part-time internship that allows you to have a part-time or full-time job while completing the program.
Spiritual Formation 101 Church Ministries 101 Bible 101 Leadership 101
Education: Complete 3 of 4 classes
Spiritual Formation
- Regularly attend Sunday gatherings
- Participate in semesterly WMI gatherings
- Attend weekly Intern Gatherings
- Practice Spiritual Disciplines
Ministry Training
- Lead and Serve
- Work in Staff Culture
- Get Weekly Coaching
Year Two Residency
A paid position that allows you to fully immerse in full-time vocational ministry while attending classes and receiving hands-on ministry experience.
Education
- Spiritual Formation 201
- Church Ministries 201
- Bible 201
- Leadership 201
- Stewardship 201
Spiritual Formation
- Regularly attend Sunday gatherings
- Participate in semesterly WMI gatherings
- Attend weekly Resident Gatherings
- Practice Spiritual Disciplines
- Participate in a 10-week Disciple-Making Team
Ministry Training
- Lead and Serve on Staff
- Work in Staff Culture
- Get Weekly Coaching
Year Three Residency
A paid position that allows you to fully immerse in full-time vocational ministry while attending classes and receiving hands-on ministry experience.
Education
Education
- Spiritual Formation 301
- Church Ministries 301
- Bible 301
- Leadership 301
- Cultural Engagement 301
Spiritual Formation
- Regularly attend Sunday gatherings
- Participate in semesterly WMI gatherings
- Attend weekly Resident Gatherings
- Practice Spiritual Disciplines
Ministry Training
- Lead and Serve on Staff
- Work in Staff Culture
- Get Weekly Coaching
TRACKS YOU CAN CHOOSE
Church
Ministries
Church
Planting
Global
Missions
FAQs
Year Two & Three students need ministry and leadership experience. A bachelor's degree is also preferred.
Submit an application, fill out a questionnaire, and complete interview(s). Start your application process HERE.
Tuition fees for each program cover the cost of your education classes, weekly gatherings, coaching, and unique program environments. You can pay in full or participate in a payment plan.
Year One tuition is $900.
Years Two/Three tuition is $1800/year.
For those participating in Year One as part of their college requirements and already paying tuition to another institution accordingly, there are scholarships available to avoid additional tuition fees. If this applies to you, please indicate this on the initial application form.
The maximum age of a School of Ministry Year One student is 29. The student meets the age limit if they turn 29 after the first day of the academic year. School of Ministry Years Two & Three do not have an age limit, but other qualifications discerned through the interview process are considered.
The internship is an unpaid position but can be used to earn academic credit depending on the student’s higher education institution.