APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION DOCTOR OF MINISTY PROGRAM

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1 For Office Use Date Received Application Fee APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION DOCTOR OF MINISTY PROGRAM ID # I. Applicant Info ( : Name in English Last First Current address Phone Date of Birth Country of Citizenship Single Married Spouse s Name

2 II. Doctor of Ministry Track Area of Specialization Location Start Date III. Educational Background: Please list every post-high school institution that you have taken any courses for credit. School City/State / Degree Awarded Dates Attended Please request an official transcript from each institution be sent directly to the Doctor of Ministry Office.

3 1. Have you previously applied to Gordon-Conwell? When? 2. Who or what influenced your decision to apply to Gordon-Conwell? 3. Please list any other programs/degrees you are applying to: : 4. Have you been dismissed or denied admission by any other programs/institutions? If yes, please include explanation on a separate sheet. IV. Ministry/Professional Experience Present position Since Other previously held positions/employment Dates

4 V. Church Information Current Church Name and Location Denomination Licensed/ordained? VI. Recommendations: List the names and contact information of three references as indicated. Recommendations can be found at Have the completed forms sent directly to the Gordon-Conwell Doctor of Ministry Office. Denominational Official Phone Current Ministry Peer Phone Individual of Your Choosing Phone VII. Letter of Endorsement: If you are a pastor, an official representative of your congregation must write a letter on official letterhead indicating support and an understanding of your intention to pursue doctoral studies. If you are not a pastor, such a letter must be written by an official of your judicatory or agency. Please note that the letter of endorsement is distinct from the recommendations and should not be completed by any of the above references.

5 Name of Endorser Position Phone VIII. Required Essays Two essays are required. Each is to be typed, two pages in length, and single-spaced. Include your name on each page. 1. A Personal Statement discussing the following topics: a. Describe two or three theological issues that have been central to your personal development and to your ministry. b. Comment on the motivating objectives of your life and ministry at the present time and how your work in the Doctor of Ministry program will relate to these. c. Comment on the encouragement you experience from family members and significant friends for entering the Doctor of Ministry program. d. Based on your experience in ministry and personal evaluation, describe significant strengths and weaknesses in yourself which you bring to the Doctor of Ministry program. 2. Your Autobiography: Write a brief autobiography commenting on your commitment to Christ, the significant factors which have aided your growth as a Christian, and the important events and people shaping your identity as a person.

6 I hereby declare that all information presented in this application is accurate and complete and that I am in full agreement with the Community Life Statement. Signature Date Complete the application in full, including: - Personal statement and autobiography must be typed and sent with this application. - Include the application fee of $50 - Have an official transcript from each post-high school institution you have attended sent directly to the Doctor of Ministry Office - Submit your application no later than three months prior to the first residency to: Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary Doctor of Ministry Office 130 Essex St, South Hamilton MA, A decision regarding admission is normally made within two weeks after the application is completed and reviewed, including all transcripts and reference forms. You will be notified by mail immediately after a decision is made. If you have any questions, please contact us at