Admissions Process

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Master of Arts in Youth Ministry (MAYM) - Applications for this program are initiated through the Center for Youth Ministry Training. To apply, visit www.cymt.org/residents for more information. 

Request a complete background check through Castlebranch. Our code is au33.

Provide four references from individuals, unrelated to you, who can provide a well-rounded perspective on your abilities, commitment to your faith, and personal growth.

We need official transcripts from all colleges and universities you have attended, including online courses, undergraduate, and graduate level.

Autobiographical essay – tell us your story!

In an autobiographical essay (3-5 pages, double-spaced), reflect on your spiritual journey and/or call to ministry. Address your personal, educational, and religious background, your work history, your gifts and abilities for ministry and service, and your current vocational goals.

Analytical essay – Show off your writing by tackling a theological topic/concern!

i. In an analytical essay (4-5 pages, double-spaced), craft a cogent argument on a specific topic of theological interest or concern. This essay should demonstrate your capacity to think critically, write coherently, reflect theologically, and engage scholarly sources.

Complete a third essay, specific to the program to which you are applying!

MDiv Applicants - The MDiv degree is designed to nurture leaders who will give strong, loving, and imaginative leadership to worshiping, learning, and serving communities. In a brief essay (1-2 pages, double-spaced), reflect on your hopes and concerns for the church and your call to ministry. 

MDiv/MSSW Applicants - The dual degree (MDiv/MSSW) is designed for students who have a particular interest in non-traditional ministries, including agency-based social service, social justice advocacy, policy-oriented ministries, and clinical counseling, as well as more traditional ministry roles such as pastor or chaplain. In a brief essay (1-2 pages, double-spaced), reflect on your particular ministry interest and how the dual degree will prepare you to serve in that capacity.

We’ll contact you to set this up after you have sent in everything in 1 – 5 above

If you wish to apply for one of the Seminary’s generous merit awards, you must submit your application by February 1 for the upcoming fall. Our Merit application is part of our overall application. Merit awards are only given once per calendar year.