Academics
At 911±¬ÁÏÍø, students engage deeply in the study of theology alongside a supportive community of scholars. Our degree programs build skills for spiritual growth, intercultural competence, contextual analysis and interpretation, leadership practice, and peacebuilding.
Catalog, course list and calendar
The AMBS Catalog contains more information about our academic departments and courses. You can also download our academic course list and calendar.
Table of contents
Explore our three academic departments
Our courses and faculty are organized into three departments: Bible (BIB); History, Theology, and Ethics (HTE); and Church and Ministry (CHM).
Bible (BIB) department
The Bible department works to orient students to scripture study by introducing them to the biblical languages, guiding them into the disciplines of Old and New Testament studies and biblical theology, and aiding them in the interpretation of scripture.
History, Theology and Ethics (HTE) department
The History, Theology, and Ethics department engages students in understanding Anabaptist-Mennonite thought and practice, testing these perspectives with other Christian histories and traditions. Students develop the ability to address contemporary issues that impact the church and society using perspectives gained through historical, theological, and ethical studies.
Church and Ministry (CHM) department
The Church and Ministry curriculum integrates theological vision and reflection with ministerial skills and practices within the contexts of church, community, and culture.
Concentrations and learning opportunities
Environmental Sustainability Leadership
Participate in a residential Sustainability Leadership Semester with Goshen College’s Merry Lea Environmental Learning Center in Wolf Lake, Indiana. In addition to living on site, students take three courses exploring ways to empower sustainable communities, understanding integrated social and ecological systems, and developing leadership experience in sustainability.
Peace studies courses
At AMBS, we engage peace-building from biblical, theological, historical, ethical, ecclesiological, cultural and pastoral perspectives. See what courses can help ground you in peace theology as well as strengthen your practical peace-building skills.
Academic partnerships
AMBS works in partnership with several schools to provide educational resources for its students:
- Bethany Theological Seminary and Earlham School of Religion
- Conrad Grebel University College
- Eastern Mennonite Seminary
- Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary
- Goshen (Indiana) College
- Merry Lea Environmental Learning Center
Witness Colloquium
Witness Colloquium is an open forum hosted by AMBS, which explores faith in the public sphere, in an Anabaptist perspective. Learn more about Witness Colloquium
Internships
Internships and practicum experiences place students in counseling centers, college or high school classrooms, grassroots development organizations, social service agencies and sometimes the county jail – in addition to congregations. Learn more about where you could serve.
Trail of Death / Decolonization and Discipleship course
This course explores the spiritual, ecological, and socio-political dimensions of decolonization as a process of inner and outer transformation. Students learn about the ongoing impacts of settler colonialism under the Doctrine of [Christian] Discovery in what is now the U.S. and will consider reparative responses in light of Jesus’ call to Jubilee justice. Learn more about the Trail of Death course.
Learning tours
Periodically, AMBS teaching faculty offer learning tours. Learn more
Academic policies and statements
As an academic institution, AMBS holds several policies, procedures and statements which guide our lives together. You can also find more information about our policies in the AMBS Catalog.
Academic policies and procedures
These resources give many of the details that students need for registering; completing degree requirements; understanding grading, time limits for completing degrees, residency; and more.
- Read the abbreviated chapter in the AMBS Catalog.
- Read the Academic Policies and Procedures documents in .
Academic Integrity Policy â–º This policy outlines types of minor and major misconduct; offers best practices for maintaining academic integrity; and describes levels of offense, corresponding processes, and processes for appeal.
Transfer Credit Policy â–º This policy addresses how credit is granted for courses taken at another graduate institution.
Disability and Accommodations Policy (PDF) â–º The policy addresses sections 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (revised in 1998 and updated in 2015), which prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability in public and private organizations that receive U.S. federal funding.
Conflict and Grievance Policy (PDF) â–º Policies and processes to provide a fair, culturally attentive and structured process for identifying and remediating perceived and actual offenses and injustices in the AMBS learning community.
Sexual Misconduct Policy and Procedures (PDF) â–º Use the online to make a report
Student Complaint Process Beyond AMBS (PDF) â–º For a flowchart of the complaint process, visit the .
Academic statements
Statement of Educational EffectivenessÌý(PDF)Ìýâ–ºÌýThe seminary measures educational effectiveness by accounting for students who are advanced to candidacy for a degree and complete the degree program or continue to make progress toward completion.Ìý
Statement of Renewed Commitment Regarding Sexualized Violence Prevention â–º A statement of renewed institutional commitment, offered by Beverly Lapp, Ed.D., AMBS Vice President and Academic Dean.
Teaching and scholarship related to John Howard Yoder (PDF) ► This statement reports on shared agreements that will guide how AMBS faculty teach, critique, interpret, and use Yoder’s work with integrity, recognizing the significance of his theological work and the wrongfulness of his actions.
The Registrar’s Office
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For other inquiries, contact:

Scott Janzen, MDiv
Assistant Dean and Registrar, Director of Retention, and PDSO for international student visas
Tel: (574) 296-6213
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