What is unique about this program?
The North Point Community Church Residency leverages North Point Community Church’s 30-year history as a leader in the local church to curate an experience for the young ministry leader who wants to pursue vocational church ministry and prioritize a master’s degree in biblical and theological studies while gaining experience in the local church. The North Point Residency Experience has been a pioneer in the residency space in how it prioritizes an academic approach to ministry training, postgraduate education, and ministry experience. In addition, North Point leverages its history of leadership study to coach each resident toward professional, personal, and spiritual growth, modeling the servant leadership we hope they emulate for the rest of their career.
Timing
The ideal resident has recently completed a traditional undergraduate education. We have created this experience with this season of life in mind.
Pay/Scholarship
Salary (23 hours/week): $26,400/year ($2,200/month pre-tax).
Scholarship: 50% of your total degree cost
Degree Cost
Please visit the Wheaton College website for details about the Master of Arts in Biblical and Theological Studies from Wheaton College Graduate School. Residents are awarded a 50% tuition scholarship for their degree.
Why the North Point residency?
Our priority is your hireability. Over the course of two years, we will guide you in such a way that you are positioned for healthy, effective leadership in the modern church that is built on the foundation of your personal relationship with Christ and knowledge of his word. Upon completion, you will have two years of work experience at North Point Ministries, your MA from Wheaton College Graduate School, and a set of ministry skills to set you up for success (ie:teaching/preaching, leading one-on-one discussions, handling difficult conversations, budget planning and content creation).
Program Length
22 months, beginning each August (optional May start date)
Weekly Schedule
Residents work 20 hours per week in one of the following areas:
Is the Residency experience limited to postgraduates?
Yes. The Residency Experience requires a four-year undergraduate degree.
How many people are accepted into the Residency Experience?
In order to prioritize the quality and excellence of the Residency, the class sizes are small—approximately 10–15 people.
When does the Residency Experience start?
Applications open September 1 each year in preparation for the next fall term (optional May start date).
Where would I live?
Residents are responsible for finding and securing their own housing.
Can I participate in the Residency experience if I’m in seminary at another institution?
No.
Can I apply if I don’t live in the United States?
Unfortunately, we are unable to accept international applicants at this time.
Can I participate in the Residency if I already have credit hours with another institution?
The Residency Experience is tailored specifically for the master of arts in biblical and theological studies from Wheaton College Graduate School. Since it’s a 22-month program and the students are in a cohort together, participation in this program would typically require you to have less than nine hours of introductory biblical and theological studies to align with the program. If you’re interested in pursuing your degree through Wheaton, we can explore your admission to the Residency Experience based on your individual circumstances.
I’m interested! What’s the next step?
Take the quiz to see if you would be a good fit.
If I have more questions, who can I ask?
You can reach us at residency@northpointministries.net.
What are the North Point Ministries churches?
North Point Ministries is comprised of eight different campuses in the greater Atlanta area: