Introduction

Admissions Timeline and Process

• The Doctor of Ministry program is structured in a professional learning model that is cohort-based. The calendar schedule for the two upcoming cohorts are:
• Cohort III
• Cohort IV
• Application for admission deadlines are:
• Cohort III - September 15, 2010
• Cohort IV - Septmeber 12, 2011

Process:

• Submission of all application documents
• Application acknowledged and evaluated
• Offer of admission issued
• Returm of applicant's signed declaration of intent to enroll

Basic Documents Required

• Completed and signed application form
• Vocational and Ministry Assesment Information
• Recommendations as follows:
• Members of the Roman Catholic religious orders or diocesan clergy: a completed recommendation form from the apllicant's ecclesiastical superior
• All applicants: three completed recommendation forms from person who can assess the applicant's desire to pursue a Doctor of Ministry.
• Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended
• $75 application fee; valid for two years. Submit a check or money order made out to Washington Theological Union, and indicate the applicant's name on the face of the check or pay on-line by credit card
• Interview with the Doctor of Ministry admissions committee

International Applicants

For additional guideline for international applicants please click here

Expiration Dates

• Application Form/Fee: The form and fee, when received, 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 cited in the letter during which period an admitted student must register for courses. If the date passes without registration, a previously-admitted student must re-initiate the admissions process completely.

Orientation Information

• Cohort III - October 22-23, 2010
• Cohort IV - October 21-22, 2011