PREPARE
HERE
SERHVEREE ANYW
“Following the example of Jesus, we need a generation of men and women who will take up the towel and the basin to serve the lost and broken.� Dr. Jamie Dew President of NOBTS & Leavell College
IF GOD IS CALLI NG, WE CAN PREPA RE YOU TO ANSW ER.
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Leavell College prepares servants to walk with Christ, proclaim His truth, and fulfill His mission.
Christ calls us to servanthood. With His attitude as our model, we strive to set pride and personal gain aside and instead look for opportunities to put others first.
DEVOTION
Our passion is to follow Christ. Because He alone is worthy of devotion and because we are helpless without Him, our goal is to follow Him with abandon.
TRUTH
Doctrine and theology matter. Believing scripture is God’s word and that Truth is found within, we carefully examine the scriptures knowing prayerful study is an act of worship.
MISSION
Advancing God’s kingdom is our goal. Whether at home or abroad, we desire to take the gospel to the darkest places and shine the light of Jesus, and then watch as God unfolds His kingdom.
This is how we are answering god’s call.
The Legacy of Leavell College SINCE 1917, NOBTS has helped men
and women answer God’s call by providing graduate-level ministry training. In 1976, NOBTS expanded its offerings to include undergraduate studies. The undergraduate program was later named Leavell College in honor of the Leavell family, a family whose impact on the school and God’s kingdom has been tremendous.
Today, Leavell College’s enrollment includes 1,400 students from all parts of the globe. While our student body represents diverse backgrounds and cultures, we are unified in seeking to impact the world for Christ. Not only are our professors deeply-committed educators, they are passionate ministers of the gospel, and our graduates carry that same passion with them as they take the message of Jesus to a dying world.
Why Leavell College?
SPOTLIGHT: DR. STRONG
DEAN, LEAVELL COLLEGE
I AM CONSTANTLY ASKED what makes Leavell College unique. Having been a part of
Leavell College for over 25 years, I have had the opportunity to watch the school be formed and grow into the college we know today. Let me enumerate a few of those matters which make us unique. Leavell College is unique in that every person who attends the college comes as a result of a call by God upon his/her life. Our calling is to train and encourage those who are following God into life. These callings range from being called to ministry in the local church, missions around the world, or the marketplace. As a result, we are unique in that our curriculum is designed specifically for ministry and fulfilling God’s call. We are focused upon “preparing servants to walk with Christ, proclaim His truth, and fulfill His mission.” Every course is focused upon this mission. Each professor is equally focused upon this mission, both in life and in teaching. Our faculty is composed of academically qualified men and women who have a calling to teach and minister at Leavell College. They are a part of our faculty because they felt God’s leading in their lives. The classroom experience is much more than academics, though it is certainly academically challenging. In each class meeting, an anticipation exists of God using the time together to sharpen our skills and to encourage our walk with Him. Yes, our students will learn English composition, Greek grammar, and ministry skills for example, but they will be challenged to develop a life of faithfulness to God. Another aspect of uniqueness is found in our community. We are a group of disciples—faculty, students, and staff. We all recognize that we are on a journey and we recognize a dependency upon one another. You’ll find us interacting in the coffee shop and praying with each other in the office. Our city also makes us unique. No better place to do ministry and to learn ministry exists than New Orleans. You’ll be exposed to many cultures and religions in our city. You’ll discover the challenge of church ministry in a city where followers of Christ are a minority. In the process, our students will leave prepared for ministry wherever God calls. Finally, Leavell College is based upon the premise that God isn’t finished yet. He isn’t finished working in our lives, in our churches and ministries, and in our city. That conviction drives us to work towards excellence in all we do as we live for His honor.
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LIFE IN NEW ORLEANS NEW ORLEANS IS ONE OF THE MOST DYNAMIC AND BEAUTIFUL CITIES IN THE WORLD.
FOUNDED IN 1718, our city is famous
for its great food, unique culture, rich history, and vibrant communities.
As a major port city, New Orleans is home to people from across the globe, but only a small minority identify as evangelical Christians. This is one of the many reasons NOLA is a NAMB Send City, an epicenter of efforts to plant new churches. New Orleans is an incredible place to learn and do ministry. The unique setting provides you with ample opportunity to gain real-world experience while you study. If you can learn to minister to the poor, broken, and needy here, you will be prepared for wherever God takes you next.
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Life on Campus
“For me, coming in as a new student there was instant community. I found people who cared not only about their studies but about me personally.� JADE RITCHIE
Psychology & Counseling and Worldview & Apologetics Double Major, 2020
CAMPUS HOUSING Leavell College has housing options for single students, married couples, and families. Living on campus is a great option because it is safe, affordable, and convenient. See housing options and current prices at leavellcollege.com/housing
CAMPUS FACILITIES
Leavell College offers access to several top-notch facilities. Our Student Center and Coffee shop are popular locations to spend time with professors and other students. If you’re looking for a quieter place to study you can try the largest theological library in the Gulf Coast, located right in the heart of the campus! With our gym, swimming pool, playgrounds, walking tracks and large fields for sports, staying active has never been more fun!
LOCAL CHURCHES
Although a chapel service is provided twice a week at Leavell Chapel, life at Leavell College would be incomplete without our vibrant church families. Students are encouraged to plant roots in local churches and look for ways to serve the Kingdom even while you study. Many churches offer volunteer, part-time, and paid positions as well.
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Leavell College Degree Options
Leavell College offers training at the Associate’s and Bachelor’s level designed to train you to serve Christ and his Kingdom, no matter where he calls you.
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS IN CHRISTIAN MINISTRY
The Associate of Arts in Christian Ministry is a 70-semester hour degree offering a basic level of ministry training. This degree can serve as a standalone degree or as an intermediate degree attained before pursuing a baccalaureate degree.
BACHELOR OF ARTS
The Bachelor of Arts is the foundational degree of Leavell College. This 121-semester hour degree consists of a General Education Core, a Christian Foundation Core, a Major, Minor, and Electives. The B.A. degree serves as a standalone degree and also qualifies graduates to pursue a variety of degrees at the graduate level. Graduates are also eligible to participate in the Accelerated M.Div. program at NOBTS.
See all majors for the bachelor of arts on the next page
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Bachelor of Arts Majors Leavell College currently offers seven majors with new majors being introduced regularly.
BIBLICAL STUDIES This major provides in-depth training for those desiring to study God’s Word more deeply, including biblical languages, and biblical interpretation.
“Our goals at Leavell College are two-fold: to equip our students for ministry and to prepare them for further study at the graduate level. Our world needs men and women who have a heart for God.” Thomas Strong Dean, Leavell College
CHRISTIAN MINISTRY This major provides training in areas including preaching, worship leadership, ethics, church planting, and discipleship.
WORSHIP MINISTRY This major prepares students for the leadership and theological issues related to worship leadership while also providing key elements of musical training.
PASTORAL MINISTRY This major provides fundamental training for a pastoral role including biblical interpretation, preaching, leadership, and administration.
WORLDVIEW AND APOLOGETICS This major prepares students to think biblically and systematically, providing key skills in the areas of apologetics, philosophy and ethics.
PSYCHOLOGY AND COUNSELING This major provides students with a balanced approach to a counseling ministry while also positioning graduates for a smooth transition into the graduate programs offered by NOBTS.
MUSIC WITH AN EMPHASIS IN WORSHIP This major prepares students for ministry in music and worship leadership and provides the musical fundamentals required to pursue a graduate degree in Church Music.
Accelerated BA+MDiv Save time and money as you prepare to answer God’s call. EARN A BA + AN MDIV IN AS LITTLE AS 5 YEARS The Accelerated BA + MDiv is designed to help students earn bachelor’s and master’s degrees in as little as five years. Our goal is to train the next generation of servants and to send them out equipped, connected, and ready for the ministry. This program is not designed as a short-cut, but as an intensified time of preparation. The Accelerated BA + MDiv offers students maximum flexibility by allowing them to choose any Leavell College major and any MDiv specialization. This program will prepare you to answer God’s call in the most efficient and effective manner possible.
TO APPLY
for this program or contact the director, visit leavellcollege.com/ba-mdiv
The House System At Leavell College you will make friendships and ministry connections that will last a lifetime, and the House System is an integral part of making those connections. Upon admission to the school, new students are placed into one of three Houses. Each House is a vibrant community in which students can learn, grow, and serve.
ELLIOT HOUSE
BONHOEFFER HOUSE
MOON HOUSE
Devotion
Truth
Mission
Jim and Elisabeth worked among the unreached Waodani deep in the Ecuadorian jungle. Initial contact seemed promising, but the Waodani soon attacked and killed Jim. However, Elisabeth and her daughter continued to faithfully work among the Waodani, leading many to come to Christ and sparking a resurgence in missionary efforts around the globe.
Dietrich Bonhoeffer stood for truth in the midst of one of the cruelest regimes in history. As a young pastor during the rise of Nazi Germany, Bonhoeffer called for complete obedience to Christ. Because of his defiance of Hitler and the Nazi party, Bonhoeffer was imprisoned and executed just before the fall of Nazi Germany.
Few missionaries have had the global impact of Charlotte “Lottie” Moon. While tirelessly serving the Chinese people, Lottie wrote to encourage others to join Christ’s mission by giving and going. Lottie died among the people she served, inspiring the annual Lottie Moon Christmas Offering, which has raised over 1.5 billion for missions since 1888.
Bonhoeffer House continues the legacy of Bonhoeffer’s dedication to truth ― no matter the cost.
In the spirit of Lottie Moon, Moon House joins Christ in his mission ― no matter the cost.
Elliot House carries on the Elliots’ legacy of devotion to Christ ― no matter the cost.
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Deliver y Systems For those unable to attend weekly classes at the main campus, Leavell College offers a variety of distance-learning options.
INTENSIVE WORKSHOPS
EXTENSION CENTERS
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HYBRID + MENTORING COURSES
ONLINE
Hybrid courses combine the
Our online BA in Christian Ministry
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• Standard Online - Students work at their convenience using asynchronous lectures and online interaction.
reduced capacity and supplementing coursework online. Mentoring courses allow the student to engage in a mentoring relationship and actively participate in ministry while earning course credit. Both Hybrid and Mentoring courses count toward full-time status for the purpose of on-campus housing and financial aid.
• NOLA2U Live - Students join classes weekly in real-time and interact live with professors and students. • NOLA2U Flex - Students have the option to join classes in real-time or watch asynchronous lectures at their convenience. For more information, visit leavellcollege.com/online
We make the in-class experience accessible with over a Dozen extension centers in the southeastern United States.
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Affordable Ministry Preparation LEAVELL COLLEGE works to make ministry training as affordable as possible. Financial Aid is available for full-time on-campus students. Our scholarships are need-based rather than merit-based, so the vast majority of our students receive some financial assistance each semester. Find out which scholarships you are eligible for at leavellcollege.com/financialaid.
In addition to Financial Aid scholarships, Leavell College students may be eligible for financial assistance from the Caskey Center and TOPS. CASKEY CENTER SCHOLARSHIPS
TOPS
If you serve as paid staff at a smaller SBC church in Louisiana, Mississippi, or Alabama during your time at Leavell College, you may be eligible for a full-tuition scholarship. The Caskey Center provides scholarships for paid ministers in Southern Baptist churches that have 250 or fewer worship attendees (Louisiana) or 150 or fewer in worship (Mississippi/ Alabama). Recipients must first interview for the scholarship and are held accountable to engage in regular personal evangelism.
Although Leavell College does not accept Federal loans, we do accept Louisiana TOPS scholarships. If you are a graduate of a Louisiana High School and are a TOPS recipient, contact the Financial Aid Office to notify them of your status.
LEARN MORE leavellcollege.com/caskeycenter
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YOUR NEXT STEPS
When you’re ready for the next step in answering God’s call, we can help you take it with confidence. We invite you to take the following steps or contact Admissions at (855) 662-8701.
APPLY NOW
Ready to answer God’s call to Leavell College? Go to leavellcollege.com/apply and create an account to begin the application process. After you submit the initial form and pay your application fee, you’ll need to provide additional information and supporting documents.
THERE’S NO BETTER TIME THAN NOW If God is calling you to Leavell College, get started answering His call today! If you have any questions along the way, don’t hesitate to contact Admissions at leavelladmissions@nobts.edu or (855) 662-8701.
CAMPUS PREVIEW
INDIVIDUAL CAMPUS VISIT
Want to know what life at Leavell College is like? We invite you to explore LC with students from across the nation at one of our Campus Previews. You will experience firsthand what our school and the city of New Orleans have to offer. See what events are coming soon at leavellcollege.com/preview.
Can’t make one of our Previews or need a personalized visit schedule? Make an appointment to visit the campus today! Tours are available Monday through Friday by appointment. Find out more at leavellcollege.com/visit.
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