Applying

Application requirements and standards for the distance education M.Div. cohort are the same as for our residential students. Applicants for the online M.Div. program must:

• provide a completed application form;
• provide a five- to seven-page narrative statement about his or her faith development and views of the ministry;
• provide three letters of recommendation from the following persons:
  • applicant's pastor
  • a professor (or, if out of school for over 5 years, a person who can comment on applicant's ability to complete master's level work)
  • a friend or colleague
• be interviewed by a member of the admissions committee;
• have an official transcript sent from each college, university or seminary attended; and if currently enrolled as a student, provide a letter of academic standing;
• submit a $30 nonrefundable application fee

The University of Dubuque Theological Seminary is a professional graduate school.  All students enrolling in degree programs must have graduated from colleges or universities accredited by an agency recognized by the Commission of Recognition of Post Secondary Accreditation or holding membership in the Association of Universities and Colleges in Canada.

Deadlines and fees

Applications are to be submitted by April 15 with the nonrefundable $30 application fee.  Upon acceptance, applicants will submit an enrollment confirmation fee of $500 to be refunded upon successful completion of the program. Fall semester tuition is due prior to the first day of Orientation.  Tuition is currently $515 per credit hour and is subject to change. Applicants are encouraged to submit Financial Aid applications as soon as possible. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) web site can be located at: http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/

Matriculation

As an institution of the church, not merely in existence for a student's private interest, membership in the seminary community is by invitation. All applications for degree programs are reviewed by the admissions committee of the faculty without prejudicial regard to race, ethnic origin, sex, marital status, physical handicap or age.

If you have any questions about the application process, please contact Peggy Sell, Director of Admissions.