The program is a uniquely-focused ministry track at ATS, designed to prepare God's servants within the context of Chinese Churches.

Chinese Bi-cultural and Pastoral Ministries Program is the full name of the program, as for convenience it is also called the Chinese Studies Program.

All courses including the general requirement and concentration courses are taught in English. Only exception is the Chinese Preaching Seminar, it is taught in Chinese.

The admission procedure is through the Office of Admissions at ATS campus. For M.Div degree in Chinese Studies, application forms should be submitted to the Office of Admissions at Rockland Campus. For M.P.S degree in Chinese Studies, application forms should be submitted to the Office of Admissions at Manhattan Campus. Download Admission information.

i.) The program provides practical ministry and learning experiences through our close relationship with Chinese Churches throughout North America and the Greater New York City area.
ii.) One-to-one mentoring relationship for all full time M.Div. students with an experienced pastor.
iii.) Chinese Research Center: it contains over 2 thousand copies of Chinese reference books and journals.