Redemption Seminary Year in Review: 2025 Top Ten Highlights
Celebrating a Year of God’s Faithfulness
As we reflect on 2025, we are grateful for the Lord’s continued provision and direction for Redemption Seminary. This past year marked significant milestones in accreditation, student growth, academic expansion, and financial sustainability—all in service of our mission to provide accessible, mentor-based theological education for the Church.
Here are ten highlights from the year that was.
Top 10 Highlights from 2025
1. Approved for NC-SARA Participation
Redemption was approved for NC-SARA participation, authorizing us to serve students in nearly every U.S. state where we had been awaiting approval. This removed a major barrier for prospective students nationwide.
Read the full story: https://redemption.edu/redemption-blog/nc-sara
2. VA Approval for GI Bill® Benefits
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs approved Redemption Seminary to offer earned GI Bill benefits. If you know a veteran considering theological training, please help spread the word about this new opportunity. https://redemption.edu/military
3. Surpassed 50 Graduates
In 2025, Redemption celebrated passing the milestone of 50 graduates—pastors, ministry leaders, and thoughtful Christians equipped for faithful service.
Read graduate reviews: https://redemption.edu/student-reviews
4. Reached 190 Admitted Students
Total admissions grew to 190 students, reflecting increasing awareness and trust in Redemption’s model of affordable, mentored, graduate-level education.
Apply here: https://redemption.edu/apply
5. M.Div. Application Submitted for 2026
We formally submitted our application to offer a Master of Divinity program, with hopes of launching in 2026.
Watch a presentation about the M.Div.: https://youtu.be/QxuKlEXkhH0?si=m-VQGTEc8D-ZadLl&t=1848
6. New Courses Launched: Greek I & II
Biblical Greek I and II were added to the curriculum, strengthening our language offerings and supporting deeper engagement with Scripture.
View all course descriptions in the course catalog: https://redemption.edu/catalog
7. Church Partnership Program Expanded
We launched a more formalized Church Partnership Program, allowing churches to provide their members with 50% tuition discounts while investing directly in leadership development.
Learn more: https://redemption.edu/your-church-program
8. Logos MAX Provided to All Students
All enrolled students now receive access to Logos MAX, dramatically expanding their digital theological libraries at no additional cost.
See all student resources: https://redemption.edu/library
9. Near Break-Even Financial Sustainability
Through steady growth and faithful support, Redemption reduced its annual deficit and is approaching a break-even point at approximately 220 admitted students—all while maintaining low tuition and personalized mentoring.
Help fill the gap and support this effort with an end-of-year gift: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=6BL3EFK5B9QSJ
10. New Website Structure and Content
Redemption.edu underwent a significant redesign to improve clarity, navigation, and visibility through web searches—making it easier for prospective students to understand who we are and how we serve.
Looking Ahead to 2026
We enter 2026 with gratitude, confidence, and expectation. Whether you are a student, graduate, donor, church partner, or friend of Redemption, thank you for being part of what God is building.
One simple way you can help in the coming year is by sharing your experience or support for Redemption with others. Awareness remains one of our greatest challenges—and your voice truly matters. Let us know in the comment section below about your social media post about your experience or opinion of Redemption Seminary.
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