Application Information
M.Div., M.A., and M.Div./M.A. Dual-degree Applicants to PTS must complete:
- An undergraduate degree (B.A. or B.S.).
- The application form with $50 application fee if done online, $70 application fee if paper and submit official transcripts from all institutions previously attended.
- A biographical essay not to exceed three pages.
- A letter of endorsement from your pastor.
- Three letters of reference (one being from a professor who taught you).
- TOEFL/TWE scores (international applicants only).
- Financial Aid Addendum form.
- An interview (which is strongly encouraged).
Admissions are made on a rolling basis beginning in October. Applications should be filed by February 1 (International January 3) for the following academic year, but may be considered after February 1 only on a space available basis.
GRE scores are not required for application.
Students qualifying for advanced placement will contact the Office of the Registrar just prior to registration for the first semester.
Th.M. Applicants to PTS must complete:
- An undergraduate degree (B.A. or B.S.).
- A Master of Divinity (M.Div.)degree (B.D. Int’l).
- The application form with $50 application fee if done online, $70 application fee if paper and submit official transcripts from all institutions previously attended.
- Brief essay (500 words).
- Letter of endorsement from your pastor or an appropriate denominational official.
- Three letters of reference (one being from a professor who taught you).
- TOEFL/TWE scores (international applicants only).
NOTE:
Admissions are made on a rolling basis beginning in October. Applications must be filed by May 1 (international January 3) for the following academic year. Domestic applications may be considered after May 1 on a space available basis. International applications are considered only in February.
Those who seek admission to this program will find it to their advantage to make application at an early date, since the number of positions available in some fields is necessarily limited.
GRE scores are not required for application.
D.Min. Applicants to PTS must complete:
- Applicants must have engaged in the regular practice of ministry for a period of at least three years following receipt of the Master of Divinity degree or its academic equivalent.
- Completed application form with $40.00 application fee and submit official transcripts from all institutions previously attended.
- Letter of evaluation and endorsement.
- Three letters of reference in which assessment is made of the applicant's ministerial practice.
- A personal statement including a tentative sketch of a final ministry project.
- Declaration of a single focus of study. See the "Agenda of Concerns" for a list of possible options.
- Note: A letter of endorsement will be requested from the applicant's Session, Governing Board, or Ecclesiastical Supervisor after admission.
- An interview is strongly recommended.
NOTE:
Applications should be filed by March 15 for the following academic year, and are informed of the decision of the Admissions Committee on or about May 1.
GRE scores are not required for application.
International Students to PTS must ALSO submit:
- Ecclesiastical Endorsement
- TOEFL scores with your application
- Supplement to International Application / Educational Qualifications (Advanced M.A. and Th.M. only)
The deadline for international applications is January 3.
Princeton Theological Seminary does not normally accept international students into the M.Div. program or two-year M.A. program. Reasons for this policy can be found on the International Students Information page. If you feel that an exception to the policy regarding International M.Div. Applications is warranted in your case and you choose to apply for admission to the Seminary, in addition to the application forms we require:
- An explanation of why you think an exception should be made in your case.
- Verification that you have financial resources over the three years of the program of a sufficient amount per year to cover expenses for a single student (or for a couple and dependents if applicable). The financial aid given to qualifying students only covers tuition and comprehensive fee charges. All living expenses must be paid by the student.
- The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is required in almost every theological seminary or divinity school in the United States for applicants whom English is not a primary language. Princeton Seminary’s policy is that all applicants whose native language is not English will be required to take the TOEFL. Such applicants should register for the TOEFL at the earliest opportunity, as scoring and processing take considerable time and the results must be received by January 3. A minimum TOEFL score of 550 (on the paper-based; 213 if computer based) is required by Princeton for the Th.M. and M.A.; a minimum of 55 on each of the three parts (19 if computer based) is expected. On some dates when the TOEFL exam is administered, the TWE (Test of Written English) is given at no additional charge. If possible, please schedule the TOEFL on a date which includes the TWE. For more TOEFL information please visit www.toefl.org.
Non-degree Student Applicants to PTS must complete:
- An undergraduate degree (B.A. or B.S.).
- The application form with $50 application fee if done online, $70 application
- fee if paper and submit official transcripts from all institutions previously attended.
- A brief essay (one page).
- Letter of endorsement from your pastor.
- Three letters of reference.
- TOEFL/TWE scores (international applicants only).
Admissions are made on a rolling basis beginning in October. Applications should be filed by February 1 for the following academic year, but may be considered after February 1 on a space available basis.
GRE scores are not required for application.
Princeton Theological Seminary admits students of any race,
color, sex, age, handicap, or national or ethnic origin.
|
