Welcome to Fall Semester 2026

We are excited to announce the opening of registration for our Fall Semester 2026, running from August 10 through December 4, 2026. Antioch Baptist Bible College, Institute, and Seminary has been dedicated to Teaching the Word of God since 1968. Whether you are seeking undergraduate or graduate-level instruction, we invite you to deepen your understanding of Scripture and theology with us this fall.

📅 Important Dates & Registration Schedule

Early Registration: July 13 – August 9, 2026
Regular Registration: August 10 – August 14, 2026
Late Registration: August 15 – September 4, 2026
Classes Begin: August 10, 2026
Mid-Terms: September 28 – October 3, 2026
Thanksgiving Break (School Closed): November 24 – 29, 2026
Final Exams: November 30 – December 4, 2026

First Class Free for New Students: New students are invited to attend their first class free of charge and with no obligation! If you decide not to register after attending the first class, you owe nothing.

📚 Course Schedule & Instructors

Classes are held at our main campus in Cartersville, GA (Antioch Baptist Bible Church, 315 Grassdale Road).

Mondays

5:00 PM – 6:15 PM | BI 334-522 The Gospel of Matthew (1.5 Credits) — Dr. Ed Kirsche
6:30 PM – 7:45 PM | DO 111-501 Survey of Systematic Theology (1.5 Credits) — Dr. Ed Kirsche
8:00 PM – 9:15 PM | BI 421-733 O.T. Book of Daniel (1.5 Credits) — Dr. Ed Kirsche

Tuesdays

5:00 PM – 6:15 PM | BI 321-629 Old Testament Book of Joshua (1.5 Credits) — Dr. S. David Smith
6:30 PM – 7:45 PM | BI 209-608 Pentateuch (Intro to Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers & Deuteronomy) (1.5 Credits) — Dr. S. David Smith
8:00 PM – 9:15 PM | DO 102-502 Major Bible Themes I (1.5 Credits) — Dr. S. David Smith

Thursdays

5:00 PM – 7:45 PM | PS 218-518 Homiletics: The Art of Preaching (3.0 Credits) — Dr. S. David Smith
8:00 PM – 9:00 PM | DO 102-502 Major Bible Themes I (1.5 Credits) — Dr. S. David Smith

👨‍🏫 Meet Our Faculty

Dr. Ed Kirsche, Ph.D. — President & C.E.O., Pastor / Counselor Dr. Kirsche has been teaching at Antioch since 1978 and brings decades of pastoral and biblical expertise to the classroom.
Dr. S. David Smith, Ph.D. (Cand.) — Vice President, Pastor, Missionary Dr. Smith has been part of the Antioch faculty since 2013 and offers rich experience in practical ministry and biblical studies.

💻 Distance Learning & Extension Courses

Can’t attend classes in person? Antioch offers a wide range of Extension Courses via video and independent study for distance learning. Extension centers are also available (e.g., Bible Baptist Church in Marietta, GA). Contact the administrative office for more details on enrolling in distance learning.

✍️ How to Register

Email: Send your course selection to admin@antiochseminary.org.
Phone: Call (770) 334-3946 and leave a brief message with your contact details.
In-Person: Attend the first class session and hand your registration form directly to the instructor.