Admission Criteria for Each Degree

	Master of Divinity		Certificate in Theological and Religious Studies
	Master of Arts		Certificate in Leadership toward Racial Justice
	Master of Arts in Religious Leadership		Doctor of Ministry
	Diploma in Advanced Theological Studies		Non-degree Status

The following are the criteria for the Master of Divinity degree, Master of Arts degree, Master of Arts in Religious Leadership degree, and non-degree status:

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• A grade point average of at least 2.75 on a 4.0 scale.
• Strong analytical and reflective thinking and writing skills.
• Vocational and academic goals that are compatible with the vision and mission of United.
• Mature adults with significant life and vocational experience who have earned at least half of the credits toward a bachelor’s degree may be considered for the M.Div., M.A.R.L., or Diploma in Indian Ministries programs, particularly if strong exposure to the liberal arts and social sciences can be demonstrated.

The following are the criteria for the Diploma in Advanced Theological Studies:

• Spoken and written English language proficiency.
• Previous study of theology in a theological school approved by the student’s denomination.
• Recommendation by the student’s denomination.
• Evidence of sufficient personal and social stability to profit from studies at United.
• Willingness to engage in the life of the seminary and, where appropriate, participate in local church life.

The following are the criteria for the Certificate in Theological and Religious Studies and the Certificate in Leadership toward Racial Justice:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent life experience.
• Strong analytical and reflective thinking and writing skills.
  

The following are the criteria for the Doctor of Ministry:

• The applicant is a graduate of a regionally accredited undergraduate institution with a B.A. or B.S. degree.
• The applicant has received an ATS-accredited M.Div. degree or equivalent.
• The grade point average for the applicant’s M.Div. degree is at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (applicants who have at least a 2.50 GPA may be considered for admission to Module 1 alone).
• The applicant has at least three years of experience in ministry since the completion of his or her Master’s degree.

There are no limits to admission based on denominational preference, age, race, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, or physical abilities or conditions.

Admissions Contact Information
Michelle Rodriguez
651.255.6119