Master of Divinity degree or its equivalent (other ministerial master's degrees will be evaluation on an individual basis)
Minimum 3.0 GPA (on a 4 point scale)
At least three years of full time ministry experience
Strong affirmation from the congregation where you serve.
4 Letters of recommendation - 1 from a professor and 1 from a pastor
Writing Sample in Theology or Biblical Exegesis. Write a 2800+ word academic paper on a theological topic or an exegetical paper on a specific biblical text. Footnotes must show evidence of Master level research. The purpose of this paper is to show your ability to research and write. Your paper is considered on the basis of research, content, informed reflection, valid conclusions, form and style (Turabian or SBL). You are welcome to refit one of the strongest papers you wrote during your Master of Divinity studies.
Brief Life in Ministry Summary. Give a 250-300 word account of how you spend your time on an average week. Include a summary of your reading habits, titles you have read during the last two years, and three books beyond the Bible that have influenced your life and ministry.
Theology of Ministry Paper. Give a 1200 word account of your theology of ministry. Include a statement on your calling and on how you see a Doctor of Ministry degree will further enhance your development of this call and ongoing ministry.
TOEFL Method Minimum Score
Paper 550
Computer 213
Internet 80

IELTS Minimum Score - 6.5

Validity
Duolingo, TOEFL and IELTS scores are valid for 2 years.