Doctor of Ministry in Chrisitian Spirituality
Application Process and Important Dates
General
- The Doctor of Ministry program is structured in a professional learning model that is cohort-based. The calendar schedule for the upcoming cohorts are:
- Now accepting applications for the following cohorts:
- Cohort III (completed application for admission due September 15, 2010)
- Cohort IV (completed application for admission due September 15, 2011)
- Ordinarily, applicants will also be interviewed personally. An on-site interview is encouraged that provides an opportunity to visit our excellent facilities, but a telephone interview can be arranged.
- Applicants must meet the necessary prerequisites for admission:
The M.Div. degree or its equivalent (c. 72 credits in graduate theological and pastoral study)
Expiration Dates
Application Form/Fee.
The form and fee are retained and valid for two (2) years from date received. When this date has passed, a new form with required documents and a fee must be submitted.-
Letter of Admission.
When issued, the letter is valid for one (1) year after the cohort of enrollment, a date cited in the letter. Student must register for courses before this date occurs. When this date has passed, a new application form with required documents and fee must be submitted.
Basic Documents Required
- Completed and signed application form
- Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended
- Vocational and Ministry Assessment Information
- $75 application fee; valid for two years. Submit a check or money order made out to Washington Theological Union, and include the applicant's name and date of birth on the face of the check
- Recommendations, as follows:
- All applicants: three completed recommendation forms from persons who can assess the applicant's desire to pursue a Doctor of Ministry.
- For members of Roman Catholic religious orders or Diocesan Clergy: a completed recommendation form from the applicant's ecclesiastical superior
International Applicants
Admissions Process
- Submission of all application documents
- Interview
- Application acknowledged and evaluate
- Offer of admission issued
- Return of applicant's signed declaration if intent to enroll
Orientation Dates
Useful Links
Contact Information:
Anne E. McLaughlin, RSM, D. Min.
Director, Doctor of Ministry Program
1-800-334-9922
(202) 541-5247
mclaughlin@wtu.edu
