Latin American Biblical University (UBL)

The Latin American Biblical Seminary (LABS) opened in San José in 1923 as an institute where students could learn theology and nursing skills to serve in all Latin America . Since 1997 the seminary has been an accredited Costa Rican university, which makes it an even more influential and well-known institution throughout Latin America . Its theological education program is carried out in 19 centers in 14 countries. Programs are offered in pastoral theology, Bible, theology, church history, women and theology, and teaching and theology. Programs range from non-degree to master's degree level. Much of the course work the students do in their home countries through programs of theological education by extension (TEE). Most students working toward a degree then attend UBL’s main campus in San José , Costa Rica , for 2–12 months in order to take specific courses for their degree track and to finish research for thesis work. The PC(USA) is privileged to have had mission personnel cooperating with UBL for many years. UBL has a Web site: www.ubl.faithweb.com.