Our Experiential Learning Process

Using an inter-disciplinary and experiential approach to learning, the Remerge Institute teaches our proven community-building method to help students explore, understand and create real solutions to poverty and social-exclusion in real communities.

  • Learn

    Students engage with the why, the what and the how. They seek to understand the topics, systems, processes, practices, and tools, and how it all fits together.

  • Experiment

    In order to fully internalize new understandings, students must put them to use in real-world contexts and constructively adapt to feedback.

  • Activate

    The deeper you understand the why, what, and how; and the more that understanding is tested in real-world contexts, the likelier that learning may be applied to various scenarios.

What Sets Us Apart

  • Experiential Learning

    We believe in learning by doing, that's why students engage real problems to create real solutions to the ever-evolving causes of poverty and social exclusion.

  • Taught by Practitioners

    The Institute instructors are values-driven reconcilers and thought leaders who have not only studied their material but are active in the work they teach.

  • Vocational Diversity

    Our real-world, experiential and interdisciplinary approach to learning prepares students to adapt and apply their experience to any vocation.

FAQ

  • How does the Institute relate to Remerge?

    The Remerge Institute is part of Remerge, a Christian organization that's been building communities of peace in Atlanta since 1999 through direct outreach, crisis response, and economic empowerment work - practiced through reconciliation and accompaniment. The Institute is how that same method gets taught to leaders and organizations beyond Remerge's own reach, so what we've learned on the ground can multiply through the people we train.

  • Is the Remerge Institute an accredited college?

    The Institute itself grants non-degree continuing education and certificates directly. For undergraduate and graduate academic credit, the Institute partners with Anderson University in Indiana, which issues the official transcript and credit for for-credit coursework.

  • How do I get academic credit?

    To grant official academic credit, the Institute partners with Anderson University in Indiana: when you complete a for-credit course or certificate, Anderson University issues the transcript and credit. If you're already enrolled at another college, you can typically transfer that credit back to your home school (check with your registrar first). An online application must be completed BEFORE taking a course. Clicking our "Apply" button will start an application to both the Remerge Institute and Anderson University. Prefer no academic credit? Our Continuing Education courses and certificates are non-degree and don't require a college application at all.

  • Where are courses held?

    The majority of courses are online, synchronous courses. Occasionally we offer courses or workshops in-person. In such a case we will indicate clearly on the course page.

  • What does the admissions process look for?

    Admissions is holistic rather than based on one factor. Applications are evaluated across four areas: character and personal context, academic record, intellectual curiosity, and depth of extracurricular or work/family responsibilities. A minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 is generally expected, though the Director may use discretion for applicants below that.

  • What do I need to submit my application?

    For-credit applicants must fill out an online application. All applicants should send a current resume, three letters of recommendation, and a personal statement addressing why they want to pursue this education and what they'll contribute to the learning community. Applicants may also be asked to complete an interview.

  • I'm already a student at another college. Can I still take a Remerge course for credit?

    Yes; if you plan to transfer credit back to your home institution, check with your school first to confirm they'll accept it before enrolling.

  • Who do I contact with questions?

    All questions can be directed to [email protected].

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