Sangre de Cristo Seminary

Sangre De Cristo Seminary | Est. 1976

A Reformed Seminary in Colorado​

At Sangre de Cristo Seminary, we prepare faithful servants of God’s Word through Reformed theological training rooted in Scripture, the Biblical languages, and the local church.

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Three Ways to Train

In person, live-streamed, or competency-based (CBTE).

Classes Under 15 Students

Seminar-style classes with direct faculty access.

Study in Greek and Hebrew

The Biblical languages are foundational, not optional.

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A Seminary in the Mountains of Colorado

Sangre de Cristo Seminary is located in Westcliffe, Colorado, in the mountains of south-central Colorado. Life on the mountain is quiet, simple, and set apart — an environment that supports focused study and reflection on God’s Word.

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Accredited and Reformed

Accredited by the Association of Reformed Theological Seminaries (ARTS) since 2001 and authorized by the Colorado Department of Higher Education, Sangre de Cristo Seminary stands in the tradition of the Protestant Reformation and is guided by the Westminster Confession of Faith.

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Programs and Learning Formats

Choose from the Master of Divinity, the Diploma in Biblical Studies, or focused certificate programs in Christian Ministry, Old Testament Hebrew, and New Testament Greek.

Study in person in Westcliffe, join live-streamed classes from anywhere, or pursue Competency-Based Theological Education (CBTE) while serving in your local church.

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Alumni Stories
From studying in the Rockies to serving in the Czech Republic, Rev. Mark Cary’s journey reflects a deep calling to share the gospel and disciple others.
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Equipped at Sangre de Cristo Seminary, Rev. Tom Brown now shepherds a growing congregation in North Carolina, leading with wisdom shaped by the Word.
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Rooted in God’s Word and trained in the mountains, Beth Wilcox has dedicated her life to teaching Scripture with creativity and conviction.
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After decades of chaplaincy and pastoral service, Kelly Moore has returned to the mountains to offer rest and renewal to those who serve in ministry.
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From Minnesota’s lakes to Colorado’s mountains and back again, Jonathon Fleck has faithfully followed God’s leading in both life and work as an engineer.
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Whether you’re just exploring or ready to apply, we’re here to answer questions and help you take the next step.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sangre de Cristo Seminary accredited?
Yes. Accredited by ARTS since 2001 and authorized by the Colorado Department of Higher Education.

Master of Divinity, Diploma in Biblical Studies, and certificates in Christian Ministry, Old Testament Hebrew, and New Testament Greek.

Yes. Live-streamed classes and Competency-Based Theological Education (CBTE) are available to students anywhere.

A learning format where students demonstrate mastery through 10–15 core and specialty competencies, working with a seminary-appointed mentor instead of completing fixed coursework.

Cohorts are kept under 15 students for seminar-style learning with direct faculty access.

For the latest tuition costs please visit our Tuition and Scholarships page.