ADMISSION CRITERIA
Admission is open to all regardless of language, culture or denomination. The multi-linguistic and multi-ethnic community at TGU helps students understand and appreciate other customs and cultures.
DOCUMENTS
Degrees
A copy of High School, Degree and all theological education degree documents relating to previous academic history must be submitted with the application form. Original certificates will need to be submitted after admission to TGU.
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Conduct Certificate
Students who have attended other colleges will be required to provide a conduct certificate or recommendation letter from the previous colleges.
Reference Letter
A letter of recommendation from your pastor and a reference from a teacher/organization head are required.
Medical Certificate
All incoming students must also produce a medical certificate indicating good health.
Testimony
Every applicant must submit a personal testimony with the application.
ENTRANCE TEST
Students who have been granted admission to TGU must appear for entrance tests in English and Bible Knowledge on the specified date and time. An oral interview will also be held before admission.
FEES & EXPENSES
Total tuition and fees for the D.Min. Degree is approximately $20,850 over three years. Students pay approximately $6,950 per year. Charges are posted to student accounts in Summer, Fall and Spring semesters.
NOTE: All tuition and fees listed apply to the current academic year only, and are subject to change annually.
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Other Expenses
In addition, students are responsible for the following costs per residency: lodging, most meals, textbooks, international visa fees, international student health insurance, and the cost of travel to and from campus. (Travel to and from campus may be covered for international students.) The estimated total of these expenses, not including travel, is approximately $1,200 to $2,200.
D.MIN APPLICATION PROCESS
$50 non-refundable application fee.
Meet one of the following three sets of criteria:
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Earned an M.Div. degree AND have at least three years of substantial ministry experience;
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Earned 72 hours Master’s degree with 30 hours of Bible, theology, church history, doctrine, ministry practice AND have at least three years of substantial ministry experience; or
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Completed a Master’s degree that is theological in nature, with 30 hours of Bible, theology, church history, doctrine, ministry practice AND have at least 3 years of substantial ministry experience.
Complete the Personal History Essay and Resume Form (link Personal History)
Official transcripts from all postsecondary institutions attended sent to Admissions directly from the institutions