Application Requirements for the Doctor of Ministry Program

1. $50 USD Nonrefundable Application Fee (This will be waived for you if you sign up for a virtual or in-person visit!)

2. Meet one of the following three sets of criteria:

• Completed an M.Div. Degree of at least 72 credit hours from an accredited institution AND have at least three years of substantial ministry experience, OR
• Completed a Master’s degree and earned at least 72 credit hours with 30 hours of Bible, theology, church history, doctrine, and ministry practice from an accredited institution AND have at least three years of substantial ministry experience (see below for specifics), OR
• Completed a Master’s degree that is theological in nature, with 30 hours of Bible, theology, church history, doctrine, ministry practice from an accredited institution AND have at least 3 years of substantial ministry experience AND submit an exegetical assignment to be evaluated by a faculty member at a “Developing” level or above (see below for specifics). Watch this video for exegetical assignment highlights.

3. Official transcripts from all postsecondary schools where at least 12 hours of coursework was completed

4. References from:

• A leading lay person in your present ministry
• Your immediate supervisor
• Two colleagues

5. A Doctor of Ministry personal history form (found in your application checklist upon submitting the application itself)

**For International Students: A copy of your passport and an official TOEFL/IELTS English proficiency score sent to us directly from the testing agency.

Exegetical Assignment vs. Research Paper/Writing Sample: Which do I need to submit?

In keeping with our commitment to holistic formation and faithful stewardship of each student’s calling, applicants to the Doctor of Ministry program are evaluated by the Admissions Committee. In some cases, this process may include follow-up conversations, materials, or additional opportunities to demonstrate proficiency (example: Short exegetical reflection or theological reflection). These steps are intended not as barriers, but as a way of ensuring that each student is well-prepared to engage deeply in the academic, spiritual, and vocational work of the program.