# Academics

- Link: https://www.ctsfw.edu/academics/
- Published: 2025-06-25T20:07:37-04:00
- Author: Stephen Bornheimer

#  Academics

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 1.  [ Home ](https://www.ctsfw.edu/)
 2.   Academics

## Go **Deeper**

“Christ is the center of the circle,” says Martin Luther, “and all that Scripture
tells us, if it be viewed rightly, will point to Him.” Every academic program at
CTSFW will help you “see Scripture rightly” and embody that understanding as you’re
formed for service to the Church.

 *  Pastoral Ministry
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 *  Deaconess Studies
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 *  Graduate School
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##  Contextual Education & Placement

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 *   Field Education
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 *   Vicarage & Internship
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 *   Placement

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##  Advanced Learning

### **Continuing** Education

CTSFW’s Continuing Education program brings the Seminary to you, offering short 
theology classes taught by CTSFW faculty and other expert instructors at sites throughout
the country. This is the place to start if you’re interested in hosting or attending
a CE course. 

 [See Current Offerings](https://portal.ctsfw.edu/s/continuing-education-list)

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   ###  Programs of study
   
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   ###  Required MDiv courses in the study of Scripture or the Lutheran Confessions
   

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 [Apply Now](https://www.ctsfw.edu/admission/admission-overview/starting-an-application/)

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 *   Competency Exams

  COA Search

 *  [ 2026–2027 Academic Calendar—One Page ](https://publications.ctsfw.edu/books/2026-2027-Academic-Calendar-One-Page/#p=1)
 *  [    View ](https://publications.ctsfw.edu/books/2026-2027-Academic-Calendar-One-Page/#p=1)
    - GEN
    - REGISTRAR
 *  [ 2026–2027 Academic Catalog ](https://publications.ctsfw.edu/books/zwum/)
 *  [    View ](https://publications.ctsfw.edu/books/zwum/)
    - GEN
    - REGISTRAR
 *  [ 2026–27 Academic Calendar—Detailed ](https://publications.ctsfw.edu/books/2026-2027-Academic-Calendar-Detailed/#p=1)
 *  [    View ](https://publications.ctsfw.edu/books/2026-2027-Academic-Calendar-Detailed/#p=1)
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    - REGISTRAR
 *  [ Registrar—Transcript Request ](https://portal.ctsfw.edu/s/academics/registrar/article/transcript-request-MCIQIXWG6DQJAVFG4J5AKCLTMPE4)
 *  [    View ](https://portal.ctsfw.edu/s/academics/registrar/article/transcript-request-MCIQIXWG6DQJAVFG4J5AKCLTMPE4)
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##  Here to Help

### **Contact** the Registrar

We know that navigating the right program and understanding the details can be a
challenge. We’re here to help. Please reach out with your questions. Use the button
below to visit our directory and learn more about our team.

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