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1. Submit completed application and accompanying forms.

   Ph.D./Ed.D. in Educational Studies and D.Min. applicants must submit a separate application and set of reference forms contained in the respective application pack.
   Download Ph.D./Ed.D. Pack | Download D.Min. Pack

2. Send in $45 application fee

   Make check payable to "Biola University"

3. Submit essays for the following programs:

   All M.A. applicants must submit a vocational objective that outlines how their degree might relate to those objectives. The following programs, however, require separate essay(s) in place of the vocational objective:

   • Master of Theology (Th.M.)
   • M.Div. - Spirtual Formation Emphasis
   • M.A. Spirtual Formation
   • M.A. Spiritual Formation & Soul Care
   • Certificate in Spiritual Formation

4. Submit three letters of recommendation on forms supplied by the school

   One academic reference, a pastor's reference, and a character reference. We cannot accept letters of recommendation from family members.

   * The D.Min. program and Ph.D./Ed.D in Educational Studies programs require submission of separate reference forms contained in the application pack.

   ** All Spiritual Formation programs require an additional full-page letter of reference where the person freely discusses why the applicant would be appropriate for the Institute for Spiritual Formation program. This letter should be completed by one of the above references and attached to the reference form.

5. Forward official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended

   If you enrolled at the time application is filed, be sure to request transcripts of work you have finished to date and final transcripts upon completion of your course of study. Transcripts must be official and mailed directly from your college or university in a sealed envelope to the Office of Graduate Admissions.

6. International Students

   International students must follow the requirements listed above. In addition, you must submit TOEFL scores as well as an Affidavit of Support.

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Note: Please refer to the application for special instructions for Divorced/Separated students as well as those with Criminal Convictions.

After you have applied

1. You will be assigned to an admissions counselor and notified, by letter, of his/her name. Any questions you have concerning admissions, financial aid, or housing should be directed to your admissions counselor.
2. You will be notified of items needed to complete file.
3. Upon completion of file and review by committee, an admission decision will be made. Notification of the decision will be sent by mail.

Where to submit

Please submit all materials to:

Director of Admissions
Biola University
Talbot School of Theology
13800 Biola Avenue
La Mirada, CA 90639