Instructions to Apply to Grace Theological Seminary
	Dr. Roger Peugh (center) conversing with students during a break between classes.

Please complete the following items in our simplified online application process below.  This is for master's level seminary training only, the DMin application can be found here.  IF YOU ARE ONLY SEEKING TO TAKE A FEW SEMINARY COURSES YOU MAY COMPLETE THE UNCLASSIFIED STUDENT APPLICATION WHICH CAN BE FOUND HERE.

Application steps:

	Seminary Application. If you complete this online application, it will be sent electronically to the Seminary Admissions Office. Since you are applying online the $25 application fee is waived! If you would like to fill out a paper application click here to download the Application Form here and complete and mail it to the Seminary Admissions Office.  Please include the $25 application fee. GTS Scholarship Application. Please submit your online application for the GTS scholarship by downloading and submitting the application form by clicking below.  All 48 hour or more MA and MDIV seminary programs are eligible for this scholarship, including distance ed and online students. Link to the online GTS Scholarship Application (opens in new window) Link to the printable PDF File:  GTS Scholarship Application Form Please remember to check the scholarship information page for other programs such as the Partners in Education grant.
	Photos. Send two recent photos of yourself through email to Seminary Admissions: Deea Breeden (breededn@grace.edu).
	Personal Testimony.  Please submit your personal testimony either by filling out this online form or by sending it in a Word or text document to seminary admissions:    Or, Submit by email: Deea Breeden (breededn@grace.edu)
	References. Distribute the three required reference forms to the appropriate persons, making sure they are returned to the Office of Seminary Admissions.  These forms are in your information packet are can be downloaded below: 1. Pastor Reference Form: Pastor's Reference 2. Personal Reference Form: Personal Reference Form 3. Church Reference Form: Church Reference Form All three forms are available in this document:  Reference Forms
	Transcripts. Submit all official transcripts of college and/or graduate work. Use the enclosed form and duplicate it if necessary. Your educational institution will require you to submit their own request form. Grace College graduates may download the transcript request form at the following link: PDF file is posted here.

Acceptance Process.  When all forms have been received and evaluated, you will be advised of the Admissions Committee’s decision. The Admissions Committee may request that you submit additional materials and/or that you interview with a representative of the Seminary.

Deposit and Letter of Intent.  After receiving notice of acceptance, please send $50 as an advance tuition deposit and sign and return the letter of intent. This payment must be made by July 1 for the Fall semester, December 1 for the Spring semester, or within 15 days of notification if admission is granted after these dates. Refunds will be granted only as specified in the Seminary Catalog.

Advance Standing (Transfer Credit).  Advanced standing may be available for students that have completed theological courses at colleges approved by Grace Theological Seminary.  If course credit is granted then there will not be any need to take an equivalent class or replace the credit for these courses.  There are limits to the amount of advance standing that will be granted.  A maximum of 18 hours will be granted for MDIV applicants, 12 for MATS, and 9 for the 48 credit hour MA programs.  Please discuss this with the Seminary Admission Office during your application process. 

Course Waivers.  Academic credit may be given for students that have completed seminary level courses at institutions approved by Grace Theological Seminary.  These waivers will require you to take a different class to replace the waived credits, but you will not have to take the very same course a second time.  Please discuss this with the Seminary Admission Office duping your application process. 

If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at:

Grace Theological Seminary
Office of Seminary Admissions
200 Seminary Drive
Winona Lake, Indiana 46590
1.800.54.GRACE or 574.372.5100 ext 6437 Deea Breeden
Click Here to Email Seminary Admissions

Mail, Fax, or Email Completed Materials to:

Grace Theological Seminary
Office of Seminary Admissions
200 Seminary Drive
Winona Lake, IN 46590
Fax (574) 372-5113
Be sure to include a cover page stating Seminary Application.
Click Here to Email Seminary Admissions

NOTE:  THIS ONLINE application is for general MASTER'S LEVEL seminary programs, not doctoral.
INSTRUCTIONS:
All of the required fields are marked with an asterisk (*).  You may print the form before you submit it and there is a button at the bottom for this purpose.  If you forget to complete a mandatory field or enter improperly formatted information you will be returned to the form after you submit it.  You will not lose any information during this process.  In the rare event that something happens during your application you can mail the completed online form to Seminary Admissions.
references:
Please submit your references per the instructions above to Seminary Admissions by direct mail.
personal testimony:
Please submit your send your personal testimony using the form above, by email or direct mail, attention Seminary Admissions. You may also include anything else which you would like us to know about you and your application.
Discrimination Policy:
Grace Theological Seminary does not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities in the recruitment and admission of students, the recruitment and employment of faculty and staff, and the operation of any of its programs and activities, as specified by applicable federal laws and regulations.
*I have read the discrimination policy above.	No Yes
Enrollment Information:
*Course of study:	Certificate in Biblical Studies Certificate in Biblical Studies Online Certificate in Intercultural Studies Certificate in Intercultural Studies Online Diploma in Theology MA Camp Administration MA Exegetical Studies MA Intercultural Studies MA Intercultural Studies Korean Program MA Intercultural Studies Online MA Local Church Ministry MA Local Church Ministry Online MA Theological Studies MDIV Counseling MDIV Exegetical Studies MDIV Intercultural MDIV Pastoral Other
*Season that you plan to enroll in seminary	Fall Spring Summer
*Year that you plan to enroll in seminary
*Will your enrollment be full or part time?	Full Time Part Time
*Have you previously attended Grace COLLEGE?	No Yes
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*Have you previously attended Grace Theological SEMINARY?	No Yes
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Personal Information:
*First Name
Middle Name
*Last Name
*Current Address Line 1
Address Line 2
*City
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*Zip Code
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*Home Phone Number
Work Phone Number
*E-mail Address
*Date of Birth	xx/xx/xxxx
*Place of Birth
*Social Security Number
Maiden Name
Ethnic Background (optional)	African American Asian Caucasian Hispanic Indian Native American Other
*Marital Status	Divorced Engaged Married Separated Single Widowed
Spouse' Name
For Missionaries or Current Students Only. Temporary or School Address:
Temporary Address Line 1
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FAMILY INFORMATION:
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INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS ONLY:
Native Language
Country Of Citizenship
Toefl test score
Toefl test date	xx/xx/xxxx
Do you need info on the TOEFL test date and location?	No Yes
Current Visa Status	Select One Exchange Student Other Permanent Resident Student
Permanent Resident Card Number
Visa Expiration Date	xx/xx/xxxx
Passport Expiration Date	xx/xx/xxxx
foreign language proficiency:
Indicate any foreign languages, other than your native language, in which you are proficient:
Language Proficiency #1
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church information:
*Name Of Your Church
*Member Since
*Church Address Line 1
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*City
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*Zip Code
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*Denomination
*Pastor's Name
*Church Phone Number with Area Code
educational experience:
Date you Received your Bachelors Degree	If none, leave blank
*Have you ever been refused admission to or dismissed from a seminary or graduate school?	No Yes
If so, please explain briefly in the space below.
*Year you graduated high school
colleges and seminaries you have attended:
*School Name
*Location
*Degree or Major
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employment experience:
*What is the name of your current employer (list more detail below)?
work experience, most recent OR CURRENT first:
*Company Name
*Job Description
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Company Name
Job Description