Master's Cohorts - Western Seminary Western Seminary Academics Master's Cohorts Master's Cohorts Western Seminary offers several degree programs in a cohort model, allowing a small group of students to journey through their program together from start to finish.  Western reviews prospective students for admission based on criteria for each program. Accepting Applications for 2026 and Beyond! We have openings in most of our cohorts in future semesters. Review the different options below to see what best fits your needs. Antioch Cohorts Cohorts to equip Antioch Movement church leaders in collaboration with the U.S. Leadership Track. 52 credits (3 years) Curator: Tim Osborn Bay Area Cohorts Cohorts specifically designed for Bay Area church leaders in need of theological training. 52 credits (3 years) Curator: Dan Kimball Orange County Cohorts Cohorts to equip and train Southern California ministry leaders in their context. 52 credits (3 years) Curator: Dan Kimball Portland Cohorts A cohort to equip and train local church leaders within their current ministry contexts. 52 credits (3 years) Curator: Tim Osborn Sacramento Area Cohorts Cohorts to equip and train Sacramento Area church leaders within their current ministry contexts. 52 credits (3 years) Curator: Cody Cannon Tulsa Cohorts Cohorts to equip and train Tulsa area church leaders within their current ministry contexts. 52 credits (3 years) Curator: Tim Osborn *The online pathway for the counseling program includes one week of residency each summer at our Portland Campus. No Longer Accepting Applications Leadership Cohorts A peer-to-peer learning environment for experienced ministry leaders in need of further graduate education. 36 credits (3 years) Portland / Online / Costa Mesa / Boise / Tulsa Not sure which cohort is right for you? Request info and an admissions counselor will help walk you through your options. Transformation Stories Meet our students and alumni, and hear how gospel-centered education is transforming lives and ministries around the world. From Addict to Pastor A Platform for Accessible Grace A Conversation Changed Her Life More Stories Master's Cohorts Overview Antioch Cohorts Bay Area Cohorts Orange County Cohorts Portland Cohorts Sacramento Area Cohorts Tulsa Cohorts Request Info