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Are all degree programs available 100% online?
Yes. Every degree program at Luther Rice is designed to be completed fully online, allowing you to move through your education without required travel or relocation. This gives you the flexibility to study from wherever you are while staying consistent in your progress. For select programs, there are optional on-campus learning opportunities that can further enrich your experience. Luther Rice’s campus in Metro Atlanta serves as the hub for faculty, staff, and student services, while also hosting in-person events that strengthen student life and foster connection within the Luther Rice community.
What does the online learning experience look like at Luther Rice?
Courses are delivered asynchronously, allowing you to complete lectures, assignments, and exams on your schedule within each term. The academic calendar includes 15-week Spring and Fall semesters, an 11-week Summer term, and select 8-week courses offered during Spring and Fall for added flexibility. Most courses follow a weekly rhythm, with modules opening Monday at 12:01 a.m. and closing Sunday at 11:59 p.m., providing a structured yet flexible learning experience that keeps you progressing alongside your peers.
What kind of support and resources will I receive as an online student?
As a pioneer in online education, Luther Rice has developed a structured model supported by responsive IT services, proactive academic advising, dedicated student care, and a robust digital library. This approach allows you to move forward efficiently while staying fully supported and equipped to succeed from enrollment through graduation.
Are there any required campus visits or residency components?
No. Luther Rice has no required campus visits or residency requirements. Students may visit campus or attend campus events if they choose, but nothing is mandatory.
How does Luther Rice’s online experience compare to traditional on-campus education?
Online education at Luther Rice is built for students who need a flexible, accessible, and affordable path without sacrificing academic quality or support. Instead of being limited by class schedules, location, or campus requirements, you can begin or continue your education from wherever you are while receiving rigorous, Christ-centered instruction from accessible faculty who are invested in your growth and calling.
Is Luther Rice accredited?
Luther Rice College & Seminary is accredited, holding both regional and national accreditation through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), the Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools (TRACS), and the Association for Biblical Higher Education (ABHE).
*Luther Rice is not accredited by ATS. With a 20+ year legacy of distance and online theological education - established well before its widespread adoption by ATS institutions - Luther Rice pursued accreditation through respected and comparable Christian accrediting bodies that affirm academic rigor, faculty qualifications, and institutional integrity, while fully supporting our 100% online educational model.