Master of Divinity (MDiv) Requirements

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Applicants must complete, submit, and/or make arrangements for the provision of:

1. The official Online Application.

2. The following carefully worded statements:

Austin Seminary understands itself to be a seminary of the church of Jesus Christ. In a brief essay (1 page, double-spaced) please state your hopes and concerns for the church.

An autobiographical essay (3-5 pages, double-spaced) reflecting upon your family, education (including any academic honors or academic awards received), professional or vocational experience, religious background, and your present vocational goals. State your reasons and motivation for preparing for a church vocation or seeking a program of theological studies at Austin Seminary, and present briefly your understanding of your gifts and abilities in relation to these goals.
In an analytical essay (4-5 pages, double-spaced) state and develop a position on specific topic of theological interest or concern. This essay should demonstrate your capacity to think critically, write coherently, reflect theologically, and engage scholarly sources.

3. An official transcript from each post-secondary institution attended. Students applying while in the process of completing the baccalaureate degree should provide grades for at least six semesters of college or university work.

4. A $65 application fee (check, money order, or contact Admissions for information about paying with a credit card). This fee is non-refundable.

5. A completed and signed release form granting Austin Seminary permission to conduct a criminal history check, including driving records. Please note that charges or past offenses do not automatically disqualify an applicant from matriculation. All records will be evaluated in context.

6. A conference with the Vice President for Admissions or a designated representative of the Admissions Committee, after the application form and essays are submitted and the academic transcripts and references are requested.

7. A recent photograph (optional)

Mail - Send your application materials to:

Office of Admissions
Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary
100 E. 27th Street
Austin, TX 78705-5797

Email - Attach your essays to an email and send to:

admissions@austinseminary.edu