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DOCTOR OF MINISTRY PROGRAMS

SPECIAL NOTE TO PROSPECTIVE APPLICANTS (Before completing and submitting your application for admission along with the application fee, please read and consider the following information.)

1. Fuller Theological Seminary is an evangelical, multidenominational, international and multiethnic community. It is dedicated to the equipping of men and women for the manifold ministries of Christ and his Church. Please review the seminary's official statements (www.fuller.edu/about-fuller/mission-and-history/mission-beyond-the-mission.aspx) before proceeding.

2. Admission to Fuller Seminary is competitive. Merely meeting minimal academic entrance requirements does not mean that an applicant will be automatically admitted. The admissions committee carefully reviews an applicant's entire application file and may also consider other available public information that is deemed relevant.

3. Please review Fuller Seminary's Statements of Community Standards found at www.fuller.edu/about-fuller/mission-and-history/community-standards.aspx. These seven statements are affirmed by all trustees, faculty, administrators, staff, and students of the seminary. Adherence to Fuller's ethical and behavioral standards is a continuing condition of student enrollment, if admitted.

PROGRAM OF INTEREST (choose one program only)

School of Theology (SOT) Doctor of Ministry – chose one option:

Personalized Learning Track (Custom-designed) Christian Spirituality Cohort Church Planting Cohort Hospital Chaplaincy Cohort Missional Leadership Cohort Youth, Family and Culture Cohort African American Leadership Cohort Lideras Latinos en un Mundo Multicultural Air Force Chaplain Path Army Chaplain Path Navy/Marine Chaplain Path In association with partner schools in Australia

Korean Language Doctor of Ministry Program Doctor of Ministry Visiting Student (English language only) Doctor of Ministry Non-Credit (English language only)

School of Intercultural Studies (SIS)

Korean Language Doctor of Ministry in Global Ministries WHICH QUARTER DO YOU PLAN TO BEGIN STUDIES? (choose one term only)

September (Fall) January (Winter) March (Spring) June (Summer)

YEAR (choose only one year): 2012 2013 WHERE DO YOU WISH TO BEGIN YOUR STUDIES? (choose one campus only)

Main Campus (Pasadena, CA) Fuller Texas [English language programs only] A partner school in Australia [English language programs only] Seoul, Korea [Korean language programs only] Other [list location]:

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PERSONAL INFORMATION 1. FULL LEGAL NAME (INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS: Please enter your full name as it appears on your passport.)

⎜ ⎜ ⎜ ⎜ ⎜ ⎜ ⎜ ⎜ ⎜ ⎜ ⎜ ⎜ ⎜ ⎜ ⎜ ⎜ ⎜ ⎜ ⎜ ⎜ ⎜ ⎜ ⎜ ⎜ ⎜ ⎜ ⎜ ⎜ ⎜ ⎜ ⎜ ⎜ ⎜ ⎜ ⎜ ⎜ ⎜ Last/Family/Surname First (given name) Middle

2. PREFERRED FIRST NAME

3. OTHER FULL NAME(S) ON PREVIOUS RECORDS (if different from above)

4. GENDER: Female Male

5. U.S. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER (if applicable)

6. CURRENT POSTAL ADDRESS (until: ______________) Home Work

Street

City

State/District/Province ZIP/Postal Code

Country

PERMANENT ADDRESS (if different than current address) Street

City

State/District/Province ZIP/Postal Code

Country

7. CURRENT PHONE NUMBERS Home ( )

Work ( )

Cell ( )

Fax: work home ( )

PERMANENT PHONE NUMBERS (if different than current numbers) Home ( )

Work ( )

Cell ( )

Fax:( )

8. E-MAIL ADDRESSES Primary E-mail Address: work home

Additional E-mail Addresses (optional):

9. PRIMARY CONTACT PREFERENCE: E-mail Home Phone Work Phone Cell Phone 10. BIRTHDATE Month Day Year 11. BIRTHPLACE City State/District/Province Country 12. CITIZENSHIP

What is your nation of citizenship? If you are not a U.S citizen, are you a U.S. Permanent Resident? Yes No In Progress

If "Yes," please submit a copy of your Resident Alien Card (Green Card) with your application. If “In Progress,” please contact the International Services Office at [email protected] regarding your status and required documentation. If "No" and you are currently residing in the U.S., please indicate your visa status:

F-1 H-1 H-4 J-1 J-2 R-1 R-2 Other Please contact the International Services Office to determine your eligibility to study at Fuller before proceeding (see Information for International Applicants at the end of this application packet for contact information).

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If "No" and you are currently residing outside of the U.S., please see Information for International Applicants at the end of this application packet and complete and submit the I-20 Application to the International Services Office. Have you ever been a citizen of another nation? Yes No If "Yes," name of nation

13. ETHNICITY AND RACE (Race and ethnicity information is used for statistical purposes only. For more information on the meaning of

these categories, please visit http://schedule.fuller.edu/registrar/misc/ethnicity_race.html.) Are you Hispanic or Latino? Yes No Race: (Regardless of your answer to the previous question, please mark one or more races to indicate what you consider yourself to be.)

American Indian or Alaskan Native North American Indian or Alaskan Native Central or South American Indian

Asian

Chinese Japanese Korean South Asian (Indian, Pakistani, etc.) Southeast Asian (Filipino, Vietnamese, etc.) Other Asian

Black or African American

African Caribbean Central American European South American Other Black or African American

Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander Native Hawaiian Other (Samoan, Guamanian, etc.)

White or Caucasian

European Middle Eastern North African Other White or Caucasian

Hispanic or Latino

Caribbean Central American European Mexican South American Other Hispanic or Latino

14. EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Please list your employment history during the past 5 years, beginning with the most recent.

Job Title Employer City State/ Province Begin Date End Date or Nation

15. HAVE YOU EVER BEEN CONVICTED OF, ENTERED A PLEA FOR, OR DO YOU HAVE FELONY CHARGES PENDING AGAINST YOU? Yes No If "Yes," please attach an explanation that includes the charge or pending charge, the court, the date of conviction, and the disposition of the case. Please also send a stamped, certified copy of the court file to the address below.

Administrative Director of Admissions Office of Admissions Fuller Theological Seminary 135 N Oakland Ave Pasadena, CA 91182 USA

CURRENT MINISTRY 16. WHAT IS YOUR CURRENT DENOMINATIONAL AFFILIATION? (Please be as specific as possible, e.g., Presbyterian Church of America or PCUSA, rather than simply "Presbyterian.") 17. NAME OF CHURCH/ORGANIZATION:

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18. POSITION HELD: 19. YEARS IN FULL-TIME MINISTRY: 20. IF YOU ARE A LICENSED MINISTER, NAME OF LICENSING BODY: YEAR: 21. IF YOU ARE ORDAINED, NAME OF ORDAINING BODY: YEAR:

LANGUAGE SURVEY 22. WHAT IS YOUR NATIVE LANGUAGE? 23. WAS ENGLISH THE MEDIUM OF INSTRUCTION AT ALL POST-SECONDARY INSTITUTION(S) ATTENDED?

Yes No Applicants to English Language programs: If your native language is not English or your medium of instruction for all post-secondary education is not English, you must either submit an official Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of at least 100 (internet) or 600 (paper) taken within the past two years or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), Academic Format, with a minimum score of 7.0 taken within the past two years. Applicants to the Lideras Latinos en un Mundo Multicultural cohort and Korean-Language programs: You are not required to submit an English language test score for admission to Fuller. If you are interested in taking any classes in English and your native language is not English or your medium of instruction for all post-secondary education is not English, you must either submit an official Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of at least 100 (internet) or 600 (paper) taken within the past two years or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), Academic Format, with a minimum score of 7.0 taken within the past two years.

ACADEMIC BACKGROUND 24. PRIOR INSTITUTIONS ATTENDED

All Doctor of Ministry applicants (excluding Visiting and Non-Credit applicants) must submit official transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate academic work. In the following section, please list all institutions attended. Attach additional pages if necessary. Please see Additional Application Instructions on page 7 for transcript submission instructions. If you need information and/or clarification about accreditation, please contact the Office of Admissions.

Name of institution Location Dates attended Degree earned

25. MY CUMULATIVE GRADUATE GRADE POINT AVERAGE (GPA) IS AT LEAST 3.0 ON A 4.0 GRADING SCALE. Yes No Unsure

26. HAVE YOU PREVIOUSLY APPLIED TO FULLER THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY? Yes No If "Yes," please specify:

Program Were you accepted? Yes No Have you previously enrolled in classes at Fuller Theological Seminary? Yes No If "Yes," what year(s)?

27. HAVE YOU EVER BEEN DENIED ADMISSION TO, BEEN DISMISSED FROM, OR BEEN ON ACADEMIC OR DISCIPLINARY PROBATION AT ANY SEMINARY OR GRADUATE SCHOOL? Yes No If "Yes," please attach an

explanatory statement.

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REFERENCES & INFLUENCERS 28. PLEASE LIST REFERENCES BELOW.

Consult the Application Checklist section on pages 3-6 for the type and number of references required for your particular program. Only list names for those references you are required to submit. Please see Additional Application Instructions on page 7 for reference instructions.

Na me Address Phone Pastoral Reference:

Professional Reference 1: Professional Reference 2: Academic Reference:

29. WHAT PERSON(S) MOST INFLUENCED YOUR DECISION TO APPLY TO FULLER? (optional)

Name Address Phone (Check if Fuller alum)

ESSAYS 30. RELIGIOUS AUTOBIOGRAPHY

Please type and attach your response to the statement below. Please compose your response so that it accurately demonstrates your ability to communicate clearly in written English. Your response should also convey an accurate current representation of yourself and your Christian experiences.

Reflect on your past Christian experience, including the most significant spiritual event/influence in your life, the role of Christ in your religious experience, and the effect your faith has on your worldview, your involvement in Christian service, your perceived gifts/calling for ministry, and your reason(s) for attending your church. (minimum 250 words; maximum 500 words)

31. ADDITIONAL APPLICATION QUESTIONS If your program of interest is listed below, please type and attach responses.

Doctor of Ministry

a) Statement of Experience. The purpose of the Doctor of Ministry degree is to enhance the practice of ministry for persons engaged in ministerial leadership. Describe your ministry experience, including names and nature of ministry, dates/years and position. Briefly evaluate your personal ministry, identifying perceived strengths and areas needing improvement.(Approximately 250 words in length)

b) Statement of Purpose. Describe a core ministry passion or need that has prompted your interest in the Doctor of Ministry Program. How do you hope the program will address this concern? (Approximately 250 words in length)

c) Applicants to the English-language DMin program must submit a 5 page paper based on the article “The Church as Missional Community” by Darrell Guder. (see Writing Sample Requirement on page 24 for details). Please contact the DMin office at [email protected] if you have any questions regarding this requirement. Applicants to the Lideras Latinos en un Mundo Multicultural cohort must submit a 5 page paper in Spanish based on the article "Una cristología para la misión integral" by Samuel Escobar. (see Requisitos para la muestra de escritura on page 34 for details). Please contact the DMin office at [email protected] if you have any questions regarding this requirement.

d) Please check one: I am applying to the 48-unit DMin track - Required Prerequisite Degree: MDiv I am applying to the 76-unit DMin track - Required Prerequisite Degree: MA degree in theology, religion, theological education, etc.

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Korean Language Doctor of Ministry Program Korean Language Doctor of Ministry in Global Ministries

a) Statement of Experience. The purpose of the Doctor of Ministry degree is to enhance the practice of ministry for persons engaged in ministerial leadership. Describe your ministry experience, including names and nature of ministry, dates/years and position. Briefly evaluate your personal ministry, identifying perceived strengths and areas needing improvement.(Approximately 250 words in length)

b) Statement of Purpose. Describe a core ministry passion or need that has prompted your interest in the Doctor of Ministry Program. How do you hope the program will address this concern? (Approximately 250 words in length)

Doctor of Ministry Visiting Student Doctor of Ministry Visiting Student status is designed for doctoral students who are currently enrolled in good standing at another graduate institution, but want to have transcript evidence of course work done at Fuller for transfer to the institution of primary enrollment.

a) Are you currently enrolled in a doctoral program and in good standing at another graduate institution? Yes No Name of institution: __________________________________

b) Please list desired course(s) below (please visit www.fuller.edu/academics/school-of-theology/dmin/courseschedule.aspx for the DMin course schedule). Course number Course title Course start date

Please note that listing desired courses above does not guarantee admittance as a Doctor of Ministry Visiting Student nor enrollment in a particular class.

Doctor of Ministry Non-Credit (Audit)

a) Do you hold an ATS-accredited Master of Divinity degree, or a 96-unit Master of Arts degree in theology, religion, etc.? Yes No Unsure

b) Please list desired course(s) below (please visit www.fuller.edu/academics/school-of-theology/dmin/courseschedule.aspx for the DMin course schedule). Course number Course title Course start date

Please note that listing desired courses above does not guarantee admittance as a Doctor of Ministry auditor nor permission to audit a particular class.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

By signing and dating below, I acknowledge the following: 1. Once submitted, the application and all supporting documents become the property of Fuller Theological Seminary and will not

be returned to me. 2. I certify that this application form was completed by me and that information provided by me is true, correct, and complete. I

understand that any misrepresentation, falsification, or material omission of information in any part of my application for admission, or orally during a pre-admission interview (if applicable) may result in me being denied admission, or if already admitted, being dismissed.

3. If admitted, I understand that continual adherence to the ethical and behavioral standards affirmed by the seminary's Statements of Community Standards is a continuing condition of enrollment (please see http://www.fuller.edu/about-fuller/mission-and-history/community-standards.aspx).

Signature ____________________________________________________________ Date ________________________________

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OPTIONAL QUESTION How did you first hear about Fuller? (Check all that apply)

Pastor Fuller alum Current student, faculty, or staff Relative Graduate School Fair Conference Website

Google Yahoo! Bing Fuller website Facebook Twitter Allelon.org Christianconnector.com Christianity Today Seminary Guide

Emergentvillage.org Gradschools.com GradView.com Petersons.com Other website: _____________________________

Magazine Christianity Today Christian Century Journal of Student Ministry Leadership Journal Relevant Sojourners Youth Worker Journal Other magazine: ____________________________

Other:

APPLICATION FEE PAYING YOUR APPLICATION FEE BY CREDIT CARD If you would like to pay your application fee by credit card, please complete the following information. Fuller accepts VISA or MasterCard only.

VISA MasterCard Full name as it appears on the credit card ______________________________________

Account Number Expiration date

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INSTRUCTIONS TO THE APPLICANT Please complete the following before distributing the form. NAME OF APPLICANT Surname (family name) First Middle LAST 4 DIGITS OF SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER (U.S. only) BIRTHDATE Month/Day/Year APPLICATION FOR QUARTER PROGRAM/CONCENTRATION NOTE: The following references are NOT acceptable:

• References from neighbors, friends, relatives, personal therapists, or employees who report directly to the applicant • References from those who have known the applicant less than 1 year

TO THE APPLICANT: I understand this evaluation is to be received and maintained in confidence by Fuller Theological Seminary for admission and consideration for graduate status. I hereby expressly waive any and all rights I have of access to this evaluation under the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, the California Information Practices Act of 1977, and any or all other laws, regulations, or policies. I understand that the rights I am waiving include, but are not limited to, the right to inspect and review this form; the right to have a copy of this form made for my use; the right to request an amendment of this form.

I agree to waive access to this reference evaluation. I do not agree to waive access to this reference evaluation. Signature of applicant Date

INSTRUCTIONS TO THE RECOMMENDER The applicant named above has applied for admission to Fuller Theological Seminary and has requested that you provide a reference. We would be grateful if you would give your frank evaluation of the applicant by responding to the following questions. Fuller Theological Seminary is a professional graduate school which strives to prepare men and women for various forms of Christian ministry. Each applicant is evaluated using several criteria, including Christian experience, personal character, academic record and potential, ministerial promise, and references. Please note above whether the applicant has agreed, or has not agreed, to waive access to your reference evaluation. To avoid delays in processing the application, please promptly mail, e-mail (as a scanned attachment), or fax this completed form to:

Office of Admissions, Fuller Theological Seminary, 135 N. Oakland Ave., Pasadena, CA 91182 USA E-mail: [email protected] Fax: (626) 584-5449

If mailing this form, please be sure to sign and seal the flap of the envelope. TO BE COMPLETED BY THE RECOMMENDER 1. RELATIONSHIP TO THE APPLICANT a. How long have you known the applicant? _____Years _____Months b. How well do you know the applicant? Casually Well Very Well c. Check the context(s) in which you know the applicant:

As a member/attender of my church where I am in leadership As a colleague in ministry leadership As an employee under my supervision As a student in one or more than one college or graduate school course As a student engaged in research or independent study under my direction Other (please specify)

2. ASSESSMENT OF APPLICANT’S ABILITIES a. How would you rate this individual compared to others who have applied to graduate school?

Top 10% Top 20% Top 30% Top 40% Top 50% Below 50% Can’t assess b. Is the applicant's scholastic record, as you know it, an accurate reflection of the quality and range of his/her skills and competencies?

Yes No If you choose “No,” please attach an explanatory statement.

3. PLEASE CHECK THE FOLLOWING DESCRIPTIONS THAT APPLY TO THE CANDIDATE. Below Average Average Above Average Unknown

Social Appropriateness Emotional Stability Personal Maturity Composure Cooperation Teamwork Responsibility Initiative Communication Articulateness Creative Instinct Academic Potential Critical Thinking Skills Leadership Qualities Professional Ability Spiritual Maturity Church Involvement Parachurch Involvement

(if applicable) 4. PERSONAL EVALUATION OF THE APPLICANT (Attach additional pages if necessary.) a. The special assets this applicant has for graduate study and the ministry are: b. If this candidate is admitted to Fuller, his/her chief need for personal development or improvement will be: c. Additional comments (optional): RECOMMENDATION (Must be completed by the recommender) Please check one of the following:

Recommend with enthusiasm for admission Recommend for admission Recommend, but with reservation Do not recommend for admission

Name of recommender (please print or type) Position or job title Name of church, organization, business, or institution Address City State Zip Country Phone: Office ( ) Home/Mobile ( ) E-mail Signature Date Please check if you are a Fuller faculty member Fuller alum (Degree and year of graduation: ) Thank you again for your contribution. Please see previous page for submission instructions.

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As a student in one or more than one college or graduate school course As a student engaged in research or independent study under my direction As an employee under my supervision As a member/attender of my church where I am in leadership As a colleague in ministry leadership Other (please specify)




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KOREAN DOCTOR OF MINISTRY PROGRAM

RELIGIOUS AUTOBIOGRAPHY 신앙고백서

NAME: Reflect on your past Christian experience, including the most significant spiritual event/influence in your life, the role of Christ in your religious experience, and the effect your faith has on your worldview, your involvement in Christian service, your perceived gifts/calling for ministry, and your reason(s) for attending your church. (minimum 250 words; maximum 500 words)

지금까지의 신앙생활을 돌이켜 보고 당신의 삶에서 가장 중요한 영적인 사건이나 영향은 무엇이었으며, 당신의 영적 경험에서 그리스도께서 어떤 역할을 하셨는지, 당신의 신앙이 당신의 세계관 형성이나 크리스천으로서의 섬김에 어떤 영향을 미쳤는지, 당신이 받은 은사는 무엇이며 구체적으로 어떤 사역에 대해 소명감을 느끼고 있는지, 왜 현재의 교회를 섬기고(혹은 출석하고) 있는지에 대해 기술하십시오.

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CURRICULUM VITAE 이력서

증명 사진 부착

이름 (영문) (한글)

Social Sec. No. (미국 거주, 해당자만 기입)

생년월일 전화 주소

이메일

1. 학력 (대학 이상)

기 간 학 교 학 위

2. 사역 경험

기 간 교회/ 단체 부서

3. 기타 경력사항

기 간 기관/ 단체/ 기업 경력 내용

4. 가족 관계

이 름 생년 월일 본인과의 관계

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STATEMENT OF EXPERIENCE 목회경험서

NAME:

1. Describe your ministry experience, including names and nature of ministry, dates/years and position. 당신의 목회 경험을 사역 단체의 이름과 사역부서, 기간, 직위 등을 중심으로 정리해 보십시오.*

Period (사역 기간)

Name of the Church/Institution (교회/ 사역 단체/기관)

Position/Title (직위/직책)

Full/Part Time

Description of Ministry (담당 사역)

(예) 1/1/05-12/31/08

(예) The Lord’s Church

(예) Senior Pastor

(예) FT

(예) Chairman of Elder Board Leadership Training/Preaching

직위(Position)의 예들: 담임목사(Senior Pastor), 부목사(Assistant Pastor), 협동목사(Associate Pastor), 강도사(Preacher), 교육전도사(Intern), 전도사(Pastor)

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2. Briefly evaluate your personal ministry, identifying perceived strengths and areas needing improvement. (Approximately 250 words in length) 당신의 강점과 앞으로 보다 계발해야 할 점을 자신의 사역 경험에 비추어 간략하게 서술하십시오.*

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STATEMENT OF PURPOSE 학업계획서

NAME:

1. Describe a core ministry passion or need that has prompted your interest in the Doctor of Ministry Program. (Approximately 250 words in length) 당신이 목회학박사 프로그램에 관심을 가지게 된 사역적인 관심이나 동기는 무엇입니까*?

2. How do you hope the program will address this concern? (Approximately 250 words in length) 당신의 관심 분야와 관련하여 이 프로그램에서 어떤 도움을 받을 수 있기를 희망하십니까*?

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입학 신청서 체크리스트

NAME:

지원서류 작성언어

1 입학신청서(Application for Admission) 영문

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추천서 (Reference Evaluation) 추천인 인봉 요망

• 동료 목회자 (Pastoral Reference) 1장 • 교단지도자 (Professional Reference) 1장 • 지도교수 (Academic Reference) 1장

영문

3 신앙고백서 (Religious Autobiography)

한글

4 학업계획서 (Statement of Purpose)

5 목회 경험서 (Statement of Experience)

6 이력서(Curriculum Vitae) (사진을 반드시 부착해야 함)

한글

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성적증명서 및 졸업증명서 • 대학교 성적증명 • 대학원 (석사 이상 모두) 과정 성적증명

(M.Div.를 비롯한 학위가 기재되어 있어야 함) (학교발급처의 인장으로 봉인된 증명서만 접수됨)

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입학전형료 $100 (온라인 접수시 $75) Personal Check 또는 US Money Order

(Payable to FTS/ Memo에 신청자의 영문 이름을 표기 요망)

한글

한글

영문

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The following are procedures for completing the application process. Please find your desired program below for the requirements and/or prerequisites for admittance. If your desired program is not listed in below, you have the WRONG materials. Contact the Admissions Office for assistance in obtaining the correct application materials. SCHOOL OF THEOLOGY (SOT) Doctor of Ministry The Doctor of Ministry program is designed for ministry professionals to continue to learn and grow without having to leave their ministry context. You must be in a professional full-time ministry position and have a minimum of three years in full-time ministry experience after receiving an MDiv or MA degree. In addition, you must have successfully completed 12 quarter-units (8 semester-units) of Greek or 8 quarter-units (6 semester-units) of Hebrew (This requirement may be met through a course in the DMin program.)

All Applicants

Completed and signed Application for Admission, including: Religious Autobiography Additional Application Questions (Question #31) A $100 nonrefundable application fee (if the application is submitted in paper form) or a $75 nonrefundable application fee (if

the application is submitted online) Official transcripts from all post-secondary schools attended, showing an ATS-accredited Master of Divinity degree or its educational

equivalent, or a Master of Arts degree in theology, religion, etc., with a cumulative graduate grade point average of 3.0 or above. References:

Military Chaplain Path applicants: A reference form from a superior officer (form provided) All other applicants: Three references (forms provided):

a) One from a pastor or denominational leader (If you are non-denominational, this is someone who either is a supervisor or serves as a pastor to you.)

b) One from a professional peer or supervisor in current ministry (This cannot be someone that you supervise.) c) One from a professional peer or one academic ("Academic" means seminary professor; however, an academic reference can

only be used if the recommender served as your professor less than 5 years ago. "Professional" means someone who is a professional peer or a supervisor; this cannot be someone that you supervise.)

English Language Doctor of Ministry applicants must submit a 1250-1750 word (5-7 page) ministry reflection paper (see Ministry Reflection Paper on page 22 of this application).

Latino Ministry Cohort applicants must submit a 1250-1750 word (5-7 page) ministry reflection paper (see Requisitos para la muestra de escritura on page 32 of this application).

Non-Native English Speakers If your native language is not English or your medium of instruction for all post-secondary education is not English, you must either

submit an official Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of at least 600 (paper), 250 (computer), or 100 (internet) taken within the past two years or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), Academic Format, with a minimum score of 7.0 taken within the past two years. Latino Ministry Cohort applicants are not required to submit an English language test score for admission to Fuller. However, if you are interested in taking any classes in English and your native language is not English or the medium of instruction for all any post-secondary education is not English, you must either submit an official Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of at least 600 (paper), 250 (computer), or 100 (internet) taken within the past two years or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), Academic Format, with a minimum score of 7.0 taken within the past two years.

U.S. Permanent Residents and International Applicants If you are a Permanent Resident of the United States, you must submit a copy of your Permanent Resident Card (Green Card) to the

Office of Admissions. If you are neither a citizen nor a Permanent Resident of the United States and you plan to take courses in the U.S., you are strongly

encouraged to apply at least 6 months prior to the quarter in which you intend to enroll (this will give you sufficient time to complete the admissions process and student visa requirements). Please see Information for International Applicants at the end of this application packet.

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Korean Language Doctor of Ministry Program Applicants must be in a professional full-time ministry position and have a minimum of three years in full-time ministry experience after receiving an MDiv degree. In addition, applicants must have successfully completed 12 quarter-units (8 semester-units) of Greek or 8 quarter-units (6 semester-units) of Hebrew (This requirement may be met through a course in the DMin program.)

All applicants

Completed and signed Application for Admission, including: Religious Autobiography Additional Application Questions (Question #31) A $100 nonrefundable application fee (if the application is submitted in paper form) or a $75 nonrefundable application fee (if


equivalent with a cumulative graduate grade point average of 3.0 or above. Three references (forms provided):


b) One from a professional peer or supervisor in current ministry (This cannot be someone that you supervise.) c) One from a professional peer or one academic ("Academic" means seminary professor; however, an academic reference can only

be used if the recommender served as your professor less than 5 years ago. "Professional" means someone who is a professional peer or a supervisor; this cannot be someone that you supervise.)

You are not required to submit an English language test score for admission to Fuller. However, if you are interested in taking any classes in English and your native language is not English or the medium of instruction for all any post-secondary education is not English, you must either submit an official Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of at least 600 (paper), 250 (computer), or 100 (internet) taken within the past two years or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), Academic Format, with a minimum score of 7.0 taken within the past two years.



encouraged to apply at least 6 months prior to the quarter in which you intend to enroll (this will give you sufficient time to complete the admissions process and student visa requirements). Please contact the Korean DMin Office for instructions and required forms.

Doctor of Ministry Visiting Student

Doctor of Ministry Visiting Student status is designed for doctoral students who are currently enrolled in good standing at another graduate institution, but want to have transcript evidence of course work done at Fuller for transfer to the institution of primary enrollment. Please note that Doctor of Ministry Visiting Students may not attend cohort classes. Please review the following application requirements before continuing.

All applicants

Completed and signed Application for Admission, including: Religious Autobiography, parts A and B Additional Application Questions (see question #31 on the application form) A $25 nonrefundable application fee

An official Letter of Good Standing from your primary institution stating the following: • Degree program in which you are currently enrolled • Statement of good standing • Statement that an official master's transcript is on file • Statement that credit will be transferred To be considered official, the Letter of Good Standing must be on school letterhead and contain the signature of the Registrar or an official from the Office of Student Records. The letter must also arrive to the Office of Admissions in a sealed envelope from the issuing institution. Photocopies, scanned copies, faxes, and printouts from student information websites will not be accepted as official.

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Office of Admissions. You cannot apply as a Doctor of Ministry Visiting Student if you are seeking a Student Visa to attend Fuller. If you are not a U.S.

citizen or Permanent Resident and are not seeking a F-1 or J-1 visa from Fuller, please be in contact with the International Services Office (ISO) regarding immigration and/or financial requirements. Please see Information for International Applicants at the end of this application packet for ISO contact information.

Doctor of Ministry Non-Credit (Audit) Student

Please note that Doctor of Ministry auditors may not attend cohort classes.

All applicants

Completed and signed Application for Admission, including: Religious Autobiography, parts A and B Additional Application Questions (see question #31 on the application form) A $25 nonrefundable application fee

While official transcripts are not required for admission as a Doctor of Ministry Non-Credit Student, applicants must hold an ATS-accredited Master of Divinity degree, or a 96-unit Master of Arts degree in theology, religion, etc.

Non-Native English Speakers If your native language is not English or your medium of instruction for all post-secondary education is not English, you must either

submit an official Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of at least 600 (paper), 250 (computer), or 100 (internet) taken within the past two years or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), Academic Format, with a minimum score of 7.0 taken within the past two years.


Office of Admissions. If you are neither a citizen nor a Permanent Resident of the United States, please contact the International Services Office (ISO) to

verify your eligibility to study in the U.S. Please see Information for International Applicants at the end of this application packet for ISO contact information.

SCHOOL OF INTERCULTURAL STUDIES (SIS) Korean Language Doctor of Ministry in Global Ministries Applicants must be in a professional full-time ministry position and have a minimum of three years in full-time ministry experience after receiving an MDiv degree. In addition, applicants must have successfully completed 12 quarter-units (8 semester-units) of Greek or 8 quarter-units (6 semester-units) of Hebrew (This requirement may be met through a course in the DMin program.)

All applicants

Completed and signed Application for Admission, including: Religious Autobiography Additional Application Questions (see question #31 on the application form) A $100 nonrefundable application fee (if the application is submitted in paper form) or a $75 nonrefundable application fee (if


equivalent with a cumulative graduate grade point average of 3.0 or above. Three references (forms provided):


b) One from a professional peer or supervisor in current ministry (This cannot be someone that you supervise.) c) One from a professional peer or one academic ("Academic" means seminary professor; however, an academic reference can only

be used if the recommender served as your professor less than 5 years ago. "Professional" means someone who is a professional peer or a supervisor; this cannot be someone that you supervise.)

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You are not required to submit an English language test score for admission to Fuller. However, if you are interested in taking any classes in English and your native language is not English or the medium of instruction for all any post-secondary education is not English, you must either submit an official Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of at least 600 (paper), 250 (computer), or 100 (internet) taken within the past two years or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), Academic Format, with a minimum score of 7.0 taken within the past two years.



encouraged to apply at least 6 months prior to the quarter in which you intend to enroll (this will give you sufficient time to complete the admissions process and student visa requirements). Please contact the SIS Korean Studies Office for instructions and required forms.

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{additional application instructions} DOCTOR OF MINISTRY PROGRAMS

Please read through the following application instructions completely before filling out the application form. For your convenience and to save time and money, we encourage you to apply online. Simply go to Fuller Theological Seminary's website at www.fuller.edu and follow the links to apply online. By applying online, degree-seeking applicants save $25 on their application fee (which can be paid securely online) and the reference forms may be received (then completed and submitted) online. Application Degree-seeking applicants must submit a $75 nonrefundable application fee if applying online, or a $100 Fee nonrefundable application fee if your application is submitted in paper form. Doctor of Ministry Visiting

Student and Doctor of Ministry Non-Credit (Audit) applicants must submit a $25 nonrefundable application fee. Your application fee may be paid with credit card (Visa or MasterCard if applying on a paper application form; Visa, MasterCard, or American Express if applying online), check (drawn from a U.S. bank checking account), or money order. FOR SECURITY REASONS, WE DO NOT RECOMMEND THAT YOU SEND CASH. Checks or money orders should be made payable in U.S. dollars to “Fuller Theological Seminary.”

Those applying for reinstatement (see Returning Fuller Students on the following page) do not need to submit an application fee.

Essays Please enclose your typed statements, following the instructions on the application. Please label each essay and put your name on the top-right corner of each page.

Transcripts Degree-seeking applicants must submit official transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate institutions attended (even if the work appears as transfer credit on another transcript) and have them sent to the Office of Admissions at the address listed on the following page.

Doctor of Ministry Visiting Student and Doctor of Ministry Non-Credit (Audit) applicants are not required to submit official transcripts.

If transcripts are sent to you, you need to submit them unopened to the Office of Admissions at the address listed on the following page.

For a transcript to be considered official, an official copy must arrive to the Office of Admissions in a sealed envelope from the issuing institution. If you graduated from an institution outside of the U.S., please submit an official transcript in a sealed envelope with your grades recorded and a diploma certificate showing the degree awarded and conferral date. It is at the discretion of the Office of Admissions to determine U.S. degree equivalency. You may be required to have your transcript officially evaluated by an external agency. Please contact the Admissions Office for details.

Photocopies, scanned copies, faxes, and printouts from student information websites will not be accepted as official.

References Please see the Application Checklist section on pages 3-6 for the number and type of references required for your desired program. References must be submitted on the provided reference forms.

• A Pastoral or Denominational Leader Reference should come from a church or parachurch leader in full-time ministry to whom you are spiritually accountable. If you are a pastor, this could be a denominational leader, area supervisor, bishop, elder board leader, etc. This reference should also know you well, for a minimum of 1 year, and have been in close contact with you within the past 2 years.

• A Professional Peer or Supervisor Reference should come from a professional peer or supervisor in current ministry.

• A Professional/Academic Reference should either come from a supervisor or professional peer in a religious or secular setting, or a professor with whom you have taken classes within the past 5 years. References should know you well for a minimum of 1 year. A professional reference should also have been in close contact with you within the past 2 years.

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Reference forms may be completed and submitted electronically with the online application; however, online references are not available with this paper application. Please do the following for reference forms completed on paper:

1. Complete the "Instructions to the Applicant" section, including checking whether you agree to waive access to the evaluation under the Family Education Rights & Privacy Act of 1974.

2. Distribute the forms to the referees.

3. Fax the completed reference forms to (626) 584-5449 or enclose them in a sealed envelope with the referee's signature on the flap of the envelope and send directly to the Admissions Office at the address listed on the following page. Completed forms may also be e-mailed as scanned attachments to [email protected].

The Office of Admissions is not responsible for mailing out forms to persons listed in your application.

The following references are NOT acceptable:

• References from neighbors, friends, relatives, personal therapists, or employees who report directly to you

• References from those who have known you less than 1 year

The institution reserves the right to investigate the information provided by the referees.

Test Scores Applicants to the English language Doctor of Ministry degree as well as DMin Non-Credit (Audit) applicants whose native language is not English or whose medium of instruction for all post-secondary education was not English must either submit an official Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), Academic Format. Most applicants can obtain a TOEFL Bulletin by visiting the TOEFL website (www.toefl.org), by writing to TOEFL Services, Educational Testing Service, PO Box 6151, Princeton, NJ, 08541-6151, USA, or by calling (609) 771-7100. Fuller's TOEFL Institution Code is 4313. The IELTS is offered in over 100 countries. Information about the IELTS can be obtained by going to the IELTS website (www.ielts.org).

Reapplying Those who failed to enroll in classes within 11 consecutive quarters of their original application term must reapply to Fuller Theological Seminary. Please contact the Office of Admissions for specific reapplication admissions requirements. Application materials are kept on file for two years for U.S. applicants, and five years for international applicants.

Returning If you previously completed at least one class at Fuller as a Doctor of Ministry student and desire to continue Fuller Students your studies in your degree program, please see the chart below for re-admission requirements:

* If you are required to apply for reinstatement, please contact the Office of Admissions for specific

application requirements and instructions.

Contacting If you need further information or have any questions concerning any part of the application process, Admissions please feel free to contact the Office of Admissions by mail, phone, or e-mail:

Office of Admissions Fuller Theological Seminary 135 North Oakland Avenue Pasadena, CA 91182 USA

Phone: 1-800-2FULLER or +1 626-584-5400 Fax: + 1 626-584-5449

E-mail: [email protected]

We also encourage you to visit our website at www.fuller.edu.

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