The Admissions Committee will take into consideration:
grades in all previous post-secondary education with particular weight accorded to performance in the prerequisite degree(s) and in other recent programs,
the potential of the applicant for graduate study, as attested in the letters of reference,
the quality of the applicant's statement of intent,
the availability of qualified faculty resources in the applicant's proposed area of research,
evidence that the applicant is likely to complete the program.

Prerequisite Education and Experience
Master of Divinity (MDiv), or its equivalent, from a recognized college or university*, with a B+ average or better.
Baccalaureate degree (or its equivalent) from a recognized college or university.
Minimum of three years experience in the practice of ministry is required following the MDiv degree, or equivalent degree.
Engagement in a recognized ministry (normally full-time), which will serve as the ministry base during this period of advanced professional study.

TOEFL Internet-based test (iBT): 93, with a minimum of 22 in the writing section and 22 in the speaking section. The TST TOEFL institution code is 0655 and the department code is 99.
TOEFL paper-based test: 580, with a minimum 5.0 in the Test of Written English (TWE). The TST TOEFL institution code is 0655 and the department code is 99.
IELTS (Academic): 7.0 with no component below 6.5. Only the Academic version of the IELTS test will be accepted.