Who is Eligible?

Acceptance into the DMIN program requires the applicant to possess a Master of Divinity (MDIV) degree or its educational equivalent. Educational equivalency with the MDIV degree is determined on a case by case basis. The minimal requirements for this status include an accredited masters-level theological degree (an accredited master's degree in a social science that directly informs the practice of ministry may be accepted), plus a minimal number of graduate credits in biblical, theological, and ministerial studies. 

There are three routes for an applicant to demonstrate he/she has attained the educational equivalent of a MDIV degree. (A -1) The first route requires that the applicant possess an accredited theological degree, (2) have successfully completed 6 hours of graduate Biblical studies, 6 hours of graduate studies in theology, 6 hours graduate studies in the life and ministry of the church, and 3 hours of graduate studies in personal formation for ministry, and (3) not less than 72 graduate hours of study. 

(B) The second route requires that the applicant (1) possess an accredited theological degree, (2) have successfully completed 6 hours of graduate Biblical studies, 6 hours of graduate studies in theology, 6 hours graduate studies in the life and ministry of the church, and 3 hours of graduate studies in personal formation for ministry, and (3) create a portfolio demonstrating possession of the knowledge and skills required of a PTS MDIV graduate as outlined in the MDIV degree program outcome statements, and (4) be interviewed by the director of the DMIN program for the purpose of verifying achievement of the MDIV degree program outcomes.  

(C) A third route is available for applicants who possess an accredited non-theological graduate degree that by its nature may be understood to inform ministry. Typically these degrees are in the social sciences: counseling, psychology, education, organizational leadership, etc.. This route requires that the applicant (1) possess an accredited degree in the social sciences, (2) have successfully completed 9 hours of prescribed graduate Biblical studies, 9 hours of prescribed graduate studies in theology, and 3 hours of graduate studies in personal formation for ministry, and (3) create a portfolio demonstrating possession of the knowledge and skills required of a PTS MDIV graduate as outlined in the MDIV degree program outcome statements, and (4) be interviewed by the director of the DMIN program for the purpose of verifying achievement of the MDIV degree program outcomes.  [Note: this third route is currently under review and is subject to change without notification.]

All routes to acceptance require applicants for the DMIN program to have completed a minimum of 3 years of theologically informed active ministry. This requirement may be satisfied in one of two ways (A) The ministry requirement may be demonstrated by documenting 3 years of active ministry beyond the completion of an accredited graduate-level theological degree. (B) It may also be met by completing a portfolio demonstrating three years of theologically informed ministry.  The portfolio must include a list of theologically oriented books and articles read during a three-year tenure of ministry and a list of in-ministry training completed during the same period plus a 7 to 10 page essay demonstrating how the readings and classes informed the practice of effective ministry.


For Admissions information contact Lee Seals, Admissions Director. You may also Apply Now
Complete degree program details and course descriptions are available in the PTS Academic Catalog.
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