Yes, you can take certain courses from other disciplines, depending on the class availability and scheduling. These classes are available at a reduced a la carte rate.

The curriculum is organized with both weekly lecture and practicum classes each semester. These are considered “lab” or “applied lessons,” and the details of those are determined by the individual professors. The curriculum covers a broad array of issues relating to the specific art, such as the history, theology, and cultural views of art, as well as practical application itself in the lab hours and additional activities.

Each arts discipline will delve into the teaching skills and strategies in the second year classes. However, the specialized Leader Certificate will include additional service hours and training to further prepare students for teaching positions. In addition to that, there will be opportunity for students to be involved in the Conservatory side of RSA, which will offer private lessons and classes to elementary, middle and high school aged students.

Yes, there will often be opportunities for joint ventures with the three disciplines at RSA such as concerts, exhibits, and community events.

Yes, there will be end of the semester performance opportunities and evaluations, as well as involvement in community choral and instrumental events. Musical and visual arts adjudications will also be included throughout the semester.

Yes! Each faculty member at RSA is eager to equip their students with all the resources and information to further their learning experience and prepare for a future in the arts. Faculty are available for evaluations, individual study recommendations, and career planning advice.

In addition to the community service opportunities available to students within the church, there are also a variety of ways to be involved in the arts in the larger context of the West Monroe/Monroe area, such as the Downtown Art Crawl, art and food festivals, and local theater opportunities.

No, there are no student dorms at RSA. However, RSA will provide a list of Church of the Redeemer families who are interested in housing students in their home. Those arrangements, including cost, etc, are settled by the church member and the student, and will be unique to their situation.

Yes, students may choose to live on their own, or coordinate with another student as a roommate.

No, not at this time. However, the schedule is organized to allow students to work part-time if they choose in order to provide for their needs.

Yes! Students are encouraged to find part time work, according to their schedules.

At this time, we estimate that number to be 6:1 for our inaugural year.

An essential component of the RSA vision is incorporating students into the body of believers at CotR. Learning opportunities continue outside of the classroom, in the relationships and activities of the church. Therefore, students are heartily welcomed and are expected to embrace the church life of CotR while attending RSA.

No, there is no requirement to be a member of a Presbyterian church in order to be a student at RSA. However, students will need to be able to affirm and sign our Statement of Faith found on our website, which clearly lays out the beliefs and expectations of the school.

The semester fee for the certificate programs is $4,500. Additional a carte classes range from $1200- $900.