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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.

Thinking about earning a Master of Divinity (MDiv) or Doctor of Ministry (DMin)?

Greg Armstrong, our Director of Enrollment, explains what sets Northern Seminary’s graduate degrees apart and how we support students pursuing a call to ministry.

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MASTER (MACM, MDIV, MANT, MATM, MAW & GRADUATE CERTIFICATE) APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT:

1. A recommendation from your pastor. Download Form

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

3. An autobiographical statement (400 words).

4. An academic essay (800 words). Download Requirements

5. A formal admissions interview with an admissions counselor or program director.

6. Application fee of $35.00.

DOCTOR OF MINISTRY APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT:

1. Three (3) personal references Download Form

2. Transcripts from all institutions attended. (Masters Degree or equivalent. and three years of ministry experience required.)

3. A typed, 3-4 page, self-evaluation of your ministry.

4. An academic essay. Download evaluation rubric

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

6. Application fee of $50.00.

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