National Baptist Convention of America International, Inc. 

Dr. Samuel C. Tolbert, Jr., President

Reverend S.C. Dixon, General Secretary

Baptist Seminary of Kentucky

Overview: Baptist Seminary of Kentucky is the official seminary of the NBCA. As part of the partnership, BSK will begin offering an online option for pursuing both the Master of Divinity and graduate certificates in Fall 2020. The Baptist Seminary of Kentucky is focused on forming creative leaders for ministry in a rapidly changing world. The seminary’s areas of emphasis include women in ministry, racial justice, rural ministry and pastoral care. BSK is accredited by the Association of Theological Schools (ATS). 

\Benefits to NBCA Members: Many financial aid options are available for NBCA Members. Specifically, The Kevin and Barnetta Cosby Seminary Scholarship for American Descendants of Slavery (ADOS) was established in 2019, providing 10 full tuition scholarships for ADOS students. With BSK’s online option, NBCA Members are able to attend an accredited seminary from wherever they live. Additionally, BSK is providing two seats on their Board of Trustees for NBCA leaders.