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BSSM is a ministry training school based at Bethel Church in Redding, California. For over 25 years, it has been a place where people come to encounter God's presence, build a foundation in His love, and be sent back into the world burning for Jesus. Available both on campus and fully online.

First Year is about the development of identity. Second Year is about developing Kingdom understanding in leadership. Third Year is about putting your leadership skills and gifts into action. You graduate at the end of each year, so you can attend one, two, or all three years.

No. You graduate at the end of each school year, so you are welcome to attend one, two, or three years.

On Campus starts in September. BSSM Online in English starts January 4 or August 30, 2027, for First and Second Year. See semester dates and application deadlines →

BSSM is a ministry training school, not an accredited degree-granting institution. Students who meet graduation requirements receive a Certificate of Completion.

Students who meet the graduation requirements receive a Certificate of Completion. On-Campus requirements include satisfactory completion of assignments, payment of tuition, attendance, and consistent godly character. Ask Admissions about the requirements for your school and year.

We’d love to help you plan a visit. Email contact@bssm.net before making travel plans to confirm availability and arrange your visit. School events and holidays can affect visiting opportunities.

We’re glad to welcome visitors ages 12 and up to school sessions. If you’re visiting with children under 12, please arrange childcare before you come.

BSSM Online offers ministry training, teaching, Revival Groups, and community from home. English, Spanish, and Portuguese are distinct schools with their own schedules, fees, and intake dates.

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Absolutely. BSSM Online has students from over 100 countries. Sessions are available across multiple time slots to accommodate different time zones, and most Live Sessions can be watched by recording afterward.

Revival Groups are smaller, live cohorts where you pray, practice activating the gifts of the Spirit, and grow alongside a consistent group of people throughout the year. They are the heartbeat of the BSSM community experience and the one session that requires live attendance. Multiple time slots are available.

Immersion Week is an optional opportunity for Online School students to come to Redding, California, for a week of in-person encounter, joining the wider BSSM community face-to-face.

BSSM is not eligible for state financial aid. Limited scholarships may be available. Email contact@bssm.net for information about eligibility.

On-campus tuition includes classes, books, and retreat. Housing, food, transportation, and mission trips are additional costs. Online tuition and included materials depend on the school and study option.

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Application fees and deposits are not refundable or transferable. For questions, contact the finance department through your student portal.

Yes. Contact the finance department for details about family discounts.

You can apply without transcripts or a formal English test. For our English-language schools, you’ll need to pass a verbal interview and be able to read, write, and understand English fluently.

Mission trips are part of the on-campus school experience and carry additional costs. Requirements, destinations, and arrangements depend on your year. Online students should check the ministry and in-person opportunities available for their school.

BSSM does not provide or manage housing. A housing guide is available on our website at bssm.net/#/redding/housing.

The following universities and colleges have accepted BSSM curriculum and offer transfer credit to students who successfully graduate from BSSM First Year or Second Year.

• Simpson University: 13 units for First Year graduates and 12 units for Second Year graduates.
• Valor Christian College: 6 credits for First Year and an additional 9 for Second Year.
• International Seminary of Theology and Leadership: Up to 25 ECTS credits.
• Oral Roberts University: Up to 12 credits.

It is not too late for you. We see people come to BSSM at every stage of life, including those with careers, families, and full lives. Many come knowing there is more of Jesus than what they have experienced so far. This is not about starting over. It is about what happens when you make space for more of Jesus right in the middle of your full life.