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Graduate School of Theology Admissions
Application Procedure
In order to be considered for admission to the Graduate School of Theology, all new admission applicants must complete the following requirements. Contuining students please go to "Application and Form Downloads" and fill out the "Matriculation or Program Transfer Request Form".
- Apply Online for Graduate Admission
- Interview with a member of Admission Staff
Call (313) 883-8520 to schedule an appointment. Day and evening times are available.
- Submit Two Recommendation Forms
Choose 2 people to complete recommendation forms. They should be in a position to judge the applicant's aptitude for this course of study. A letter or email stating the same kind of information is also acceptable.
- Provide Official Transcripts
The applicant must arrange to provide official transcripts (no student copies) from each high school, college or university at which credit was received. Official transcripts must be mailed directly, or received by the admissions staff in a sealed, unopened envelope from the school(s) in question.
- Write and Submit Essay/Statement of Intent
The applicant must submit 500 words or less, describing what circumstances lead to application, why one is choosing the program in the application, and what goals have been set upon completion of the program. The essay can be submitted electronically in conjunction with the online application, or printed and submitted via mail to the Institute for Ministry.
- Supply Valid GRE General Test Scores
The applicant who has not completed the GRE General Test within the last 5 years must arrange to take the test and have the scores to forwarded to Sacred Heart Major Seminary (school code: 2692).
The applicant who has taken the exam in the last five years must supply documentation of the same.
The committee considers the Verbal Reasoning and Analytic Writing scores in conjunction with a variety of other factors. The admissions committee has no minimum scores, nor does it factor the Quantitative Reasoning score in any way. For test information, including scheduling to take the exam at a local testing center, go to GRE information.
Application Deadlines
Graduate School of Theology Admissions applications at Sacred Heart Major Seminary are considered on a "rolling" basis, meaning that applications are reviewed throughout the year and students may register for the next available semester if they choose. However, every semester has a "new student" application deadline. If a new or transfer student wishes to register for that particular semester, their application materials must be submitted by that deadline. Those deadlines are:
- Fall Term (Sept. - Dec.) – August 15
- Winter Term (Jan. - Apr.) – December 15
- Spring Term (May - June) – April 15
If accepted into the desired program, the student may begin the appropriate coursework in the subsequent semester. M.A.P.S. and diaconate formation groupings will be arranged by the respective directors of formation.
International Students
International students who apply for admission must present appropriate documentation to verify an immigration status that permits full or part time study. Students who are uncertain whether they posses such documentation may contact the Office of Admissions for further guidance.
Notification of Admission
Once all required application materials have been received, the appropriate admissions committee will review the application. Applicants can expect to receive a written notification in the mail from the admissions committee regarding their admission status in a timely manner. Applicants who have questions regarding their status can call the Institute for Ministry at (313) 883-8520.
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