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We are an educational institution that draws upon the principles of the Bahá’í Faith to inspire sustained social change for the common good. Our courses are designed to explore individual and collective transformation by empowering students to advance a more just and peaceful society.
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WHY WILMETTE INSTITUTE?
DEAC Accredited

Wilmette Institute is accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission, affirming our commitment to high academic standards and quality online education.

Supportive Community

Become a part of a dynamic learning community that nurtures, challenges, and inspires.

Balance Science & Spirituality

Explore the intricate connections between spiritual and material solutions to social issues that matter to you.

Become a Changemaker

Integrate theory and praxis with our tailor-made approach combining study, research, consultation, reflection, and action.

Testimonials

I’m greatly enjoying the course – not only for its incredibly engaging content, and my wonderful classmates, but for the coherent and intentional pedagogy which is challenging me to think about coherence between content and process. So happy I was able to join this semester!

Catalysts of Social Change
Certificate Student, Fall 2025

There are no words to express the transformation happening within me... I have never participated in higher education courses that actually build my capacity spiritually and intellectually to this degree and cannot wait to take more courses in the future!

Human Prosperity and Sustainable Development
Certificate Student, Summer 2023

The workload was reasonable, there were a variety of learning modes (videos, podcasts, readings, discussions). We received the assignment guide at the beginning of the course, and it was very detailed.

Human Prosperity and Sustainable Development
Certificate Student, Summer 2023
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How to Apply for Certificate Program

Applications are accepted in June and November for Fall and Spring semesters. Use the link below to apply or find out more.

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About the Bahá’í Faith

Bahá’ís worldwide are acting on their belief in the oneness of humanity as the foundation for social transformation.

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