Prepare to Serve. Lead with Wisdom.
Whether you serve a church, lead a nonprofit, counsel others or minister in your workplace, Fresno Pacific Biblical Seminary equips you with biblical depth, practical experience and a supportive learning community.
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Biblically Grounded
Study Scripture and theology with academic rigor and practical application.
Flexible Learning
Evening, online and hybrid learning options designed to fit alongside ministry, work and life.
Experienced Faculty
Learn from scholar-practitioners who bring years of ministry and leadership experience into the classroom.
Designed for Real Ministry
Apply what you learn in churches, nonprofits, counseling settings and communities.
Learn in Community
Join a supportive cohort committed to spiritual, academic and personal growth.
ATS Accredited
Earn a respected degree from an accredited biblical seminary.
Seminary Admission
Whether you're exploring seminary for the first time or continuing your ministry education, we're here to help you take the next step. Learn about admission requirements, application deadlines, financial aid and the resources available to guide you through every step of the admission process.
Shameka HatcherFrom the first moment I stepped foot on Fresno Pacific's campus I was able to get the resources and mentorship that I needed in order to be successful.
Financial Aid
Invest in Your Ministry
Through scholarships, financial aid and affordable tuition, we're committed to helping make seminary education accessible so you can focus on preparing for the work God has called you to do.
Seminary Student Resources
Get the information you need to start your journey with FPBS. We keep our resource page updated with course schedules, special sources of financial aid, volunteer opportunities that qualify for required hours and additional resources you’ll need once you’re enrolled.
Student Experience
"My time at the Seminary allowed me to develop myself in a lot of ways—in public speaking, in my writing, in my interactions with community leaders, and really being a beacon of hope for young Latino people who also aspire to one day have a master's degree."
Silvia Lopez, Seminary Graduate
Explore the Center for Community Transformation (CCT)
We’re always imagining creative ways young leaders can shape the well-being of their communities. Our CCT program demonstrates how passionate we are about utilizing the assets of our faith community to address the valley’s deepest economic, physical and spiritual challenges.
Our Distinctive
Rooted in an evangelical, Anabaptist and ecumenical tradition, Fresno Pacific Biblical Seminary provides a biblically grounded education that prepares students to serve churches, organizations and communities with wisdom, compassion and integrity.