Spirit and Life Seminary (SLS) is pleased to announce that on September 9, 2025, it received official notification from the Tennessee Higher Education Commission confirming its approval to participate in the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA).
NC-SARA is a private, nonprofit organization [501(c)(3)] that works to expand students’ access to educational opportunities while ensuring more consistent and effective regulation of distance education programs across the United States. More than 2,400 institutions in 49 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands currently participate in SARA through partnerships with four regional compacts.
“Up until receiving approval from NC-SARA, Spirit and Life Seminary had been authorized to enroll students from 22 states. With participation in NC-SARA, we can now enroll students from across the United States, effectively doubling our reach within the nation,” said Spirit and Life Seminary President Dr. Micheal Hernandez. “Up until now, SLS was authorized to serve students in 22 states. We are excited that all COGOP ministers and leaders within the U.S. can now participate in the Ministry and Theological Studies program offered by SLS!”
The announcement comes on the heels of Spirit and Life Seminary being granted accredited status by the Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools (TRACS). SLS currently offers the Certificate in Ministry and Theological Studies, and the Bachelor of Ministry and Theological Studies transfer program.
SLS exists to provide theologically sound and practically focused educational programs designed to equip leadership and ministry within the Church of God of Prophecy to fulfill Christ’s mission and impact the world.
For more information about Spirit and Life Seminary, its programs, or enrollment details, visit slsem.edu.
