DMin Application Requirements

We look forward to welcoming you into Meadville Lombard’s Doctor of Ministry degree program! Prospective students must hold a Master’s degree from an accredited institution (MDiv or equivalent) and have engaged in the regular practice of professional ministry for at least three years (ordained or lay).

 

Application Requirements

• Hold a prior Master’s degree from an accredited institution (MDiv or equivalent)
• 3 years of professional ministry experience 
• Sincere desire to deepen your commitments as a faith-rooted social justice leader, to study how to make change for self and society in a multi-faith setting, to contribute to the future of the movement for a more just world, and to be part of a community of accountability held in shared covenant.
• Completed application form
• Non-refundable application fee
• Official transcripts from all educational institutions previously attended
• Two to three letters of reference:
  • Ministerial, denominational, or faith leader
  • Professional colleague or supervisor
  • Academic
• Three short personal essays (see the application for details)
• Resume or curricula vita