Admissions Process

Deadlines

Application deadlines vary. Please contact the Doctor of Ministry office for details.

Instructions

1. Apply Online or Download the PDF Application
2. An application fee of $55 (non-refundable) is required. (Pay online through the online application or submit a check payable to Biola University.)
3. Request official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended. If enrolled at the time application is filed, be sure to request transcripts of work finished to date and final transcripts upon completion of your course of study. Transcripts must be official, that is, mailed directly from your college or university in a sealed envelope to the Office of Graduate Admissions. Electronic transcripts are not considered official.
4. Submit three references. (Online Reference Forms or Download the PDF Reference Forms)
5. A personal statement of approximately 2 pages (double-space) detailing: ministerial experience, personal strengths and weaknesses, and your objectives in pursuing a DMin degree. (This is included in the online application but must be submitted separately if you are completing the PDF application.)
6. A statement of support from your current ministry assignment. (Online Submission or Download the PDF Form)
7. A spouse's statement (for married students only). (Online Submission or Download the PDF Form)

Special Instructions

1. Divorced/Separated/Remarried applicants
   These issues may not disqualify you, however, they have a significant effect on your life and ministry. Therefore, please submit a one to two page (we recommend using a text editor like Word and then copying-and-pasting into the online application) statement indicating: the general circumstances (include counseling and attempts at reconciliation) and your view of the biblical teaching on separation, divorce and remarriage and how your situation relates to that teaching. Please reference appropriate biblical passages. What effect do you perceive it having upon your future ministry?

2. Criminal conviction other than traffic violations
   Having been convicted does not necessarily disqualify you, however, it may have an impact upon your life and ministry. Please submit a one to two page statement (we recommend using a text editor like Word and then copying-and-pasting into the online application). Describe the circumstances in full, including date(s) and the name and location of the court(s), nature of the offense(s) and disposition of the case, i.e., sentence imposed, and the impact you perceive it having upon your future ministry.

After You Apply

Any questions you have concerning admissions, financial aid, or housing should be directed to the Doctor of Ministry Office at 562-944-0351 X4822. You will be notified of items needed to complete your file. Upon completion of your file and review by committee, an admission decision will be made. Notification of the decision will be sent by mail.

Upon Acceptance

1. Remit required $100 enrollment deposit payable to "Biola University" mailed to the Office of Graduate Admissions.
2. Remit required $500 fee payable to "Biola University" mailed to the Doctor of Ministry office.