Admission Requirements
Applicants to the M.Div., M.T.S., and M.A. programs must possess a B.A. degree or its equivalent from an accredited college and have a grade-point average of 2.67 (B-) or higher. In addition, the applicant’s pre-seminary education should include courses in English/literature, history, philosophy, natural science, social science and speech. For more information regarding admission requirements, please go to Degrees & Programs.
Calvin Theological Seminary operates under a rolling admissions policy. However, the deadline for admission in the fall session of each year is June 30 of that year; the deadline for admission in the spring session of each year is November 30 of the previous year.
Contact the Director of Admissions with any questions about the program or application process.
Admissions requirements vary by degree. Select the degree you’re interested in below to see how they differ.
English – 1 course
Literature – 1 course
History – 2 courses
Natural Science – 2 courses
Philosophy – 2 courses
Social Science – 2 courses
Speech – 2 courses
Greek – 3-4 semesters
English – 1 course
Literature – 1 course
History – 2 courses
Natural Science – 2 courses
Philosophy – 2 courses
Social Science – 2 courses
Greek – 3-4 semesters
English – 1 course
Literature – 1 course
History – 2 courses
Natural Science – 2 courses
Philosophy – 2 courses
Social Science – 2 courses
Speech – 2 courses
Hebrew – 2 semesters
Greek – 3-4 semesters
There are five specializations under the MA degree. The requirements differ for some specialties.
Evangelism & Missions
Cultural Anthropology – 1 course
English – 1 course
Literature – 1 course
Natural Science – 1 course
Philosophy – 1 course
Social Science – 1 course
History – 2 courses
Educational Ministries
English – 1 course
Literature – 1 course
Natural Science – 1 course
Philosophy – 1 course
Psychology/Education – 1 course
Social Science – 1 course
History – 2 courses
Worship
English – 1 course
Literature – 1 course
Music/Art – 1 course
Natural Science – 1 course
Philosophy – 1 course
Social Science – 1 course
History – 2 courses
Pastoral Care
English – 1 course
Literature – 1 course
Natural Science – 1 course
Philosophy – 1 course
Psychology – 1 course
Social Science – 1 course
History – 2 courses
Youth & Family Ministries
English – 1 course
Literature – 1 course
Natural Science – 1 course
Philosophy – 1 course
Psychology/Education – 1 course
Social Science – 1 course
History – 2 courses
Bible & Theology
English – 1 course
Literature – 1 course
Natural Science – 1 course
Philosophy – 1 course
History – 2 courses
Social Science – 2 courses
Applications
- Online Masters Degrees Application Instructions
- Online Masters Degrees Application Form
- Masters Degree Application (pdf; with instructions and recommendation forms)
Application deadline for fall admission is June 30. Application deadline is February 15 for those also applying for scholarships. - Online Ph.D. Degree Application Instructions
- Online Ph.D. Degree Application Form
- Ph.D. Application (pdf; with instructions and recommendation forms)
The Ph.D. application deadline is January 15. Send the printed forms to your recommenders. Complete your autobiography and send them together with your recent photo and check/money order (US$ 25.00) for application fee (or pay your application fee online) to Calvin Theological Seminary (Attn: Admissions). - Certificate Program Application (pdf)
- Diploma for Ministry Program Application (pdf)
- Non-Degree Seeking Students / Short-term for Credit (pdf)