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Northeast Texas Bible Institute

The Rehoboth Baptist Association, under the direction of its Ministry Team, uses the courses and materials offered by Seminary Extension as a resource to encourage, equip, and strengthen its member churches in the areas of spiritual growth and Christian ministry. The RBA is certified as a Seminary Extension study center under the moniker Northeast Texas Bible Institute (NTBI). Seminary Extension classes have been offered through NTBI at various intervals for over 50 years.

 

Prospective Students

This program is primarily intended for men and women who are affiliated with the member churches of our association. However, outside students may be admitted into classes that have otherwise not reached maximum enrollment capacity. Seminary Extension classes are offered with a wide range of students in mind:

  • Pastors/Ministry Staff (or those who aspire to be pastors) for whom traditional avenues of theological education are not feasible.
  • Pastors/Ministry Staff with formal theological education who want a refresher.
  • Those who serve as lay leaders and/or Bible teachers in their respective churches.
  • Anyone who desires to grow in knowledge and understanding of the Bible.

 

Programs and Courses

Northeast Texas Bible Institute currently offers two different programs of study. The Diploma in Biblical Studies consists of 16 courses over four years, and the Certificate in Ministry consists of 8 courses over four years. Individual courses may also be taken without committing to an entire program of study.

All courses are undergraduate level and are provided through Seminary Extension, which is authorized for operation as a post-secondary educational institution by the Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC).

 

Admission

Seminary Extension admits students who are 16 years old and above. However, to earn transferable credit or enroll in a program, students must have earned a high school diploma or GED prior to enrollment in the class.

 

 

Fall Semester 2025

 

Courses

This semester, two courses are being offered.

  • How to Understand the Bible (3 credit hours) - Mondays, 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM (Download Syllabus)
  • Biblical Backgrounds (2 credit hours) - Mondays, 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM (Download Syllabus)

Classes will meet on Mondays at the RBA Office beginning on September 8, 2025, and running through December 15, 2025.

Download 2025-26 Catalog

 

Costs

Students from RBA Churches

  • 3 Credit Hour Courses = $151.00 (plus textbooks).
  • 2 Credit Hour Courses = $114.00 (plus textbooks).

Students from Non-RBA Churches

  • 3 Credit Hour Courses = $201.00 (plus textbooks).
  • 2 Credit Hour Courses = $164.00 (plus textbooks).

The average retail price of textbooks is $40 per course, but textbooks for most courses can be purchased for significantly less than the retail price.

 

Note: Scholarships are available to students from RBA churches. These scholarships are made possible because of the generous financial support of those churches.

 

 

Credit Transfer

While a number of colleges and institutions have previously accepted and continue to accept Seminary Extension course credits, the transfer of credits earned through this program to another educational institution is not guaranteed. Students interested in transferring credit hours should check with the receiving institution directly to determine to what extent, if any, credit hours may be transferred.

 

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