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An accredited seminary in Illinois offering both online seminary programs and flexible on-campus options. For more than 110 years, we’ve been equipping Christian leaders to become spiritually mature, biblically grounded, and theologically prepared for real-world ministry.

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MASTERS AND GRADUATE CERTIFICATE APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT:

1. A recommendation from your pastor. Request link provided in application.

2. Transcripts from all institutions attended. (Accredited bachelor’s degree required for admission.)

3. An autobiographical statement (minimum of 400 words).

4. An academic essay (around 800 words or optional video upload)

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DOCTOR OF MINISTRY APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT:

1. 2 recommendations in total: 1 pastoral and 1 academic. Request link provided in application.

2. Transcripts from all institutions attended. (bachelor’s and master’s degrees required for admission)

3. An autobiographical statement, preferably 2-4 pages in length that includes a self-evaluation of your ministry.

4. An academic essay.

5. A resume stating ministry roles and years of ministry you have completed, including name(s) of churches or organizations.