A Seminary Designed with You in Mind

You belong here.

Are you ready to take the next step?

We believe that a high-quality theological education can further your ministry calling, and we are here to help you get started!

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The Admissions Process

Become a part of our community so we can help you serve yours.

The application requires:

Basic personal information (including current church affiliation)
Pastoral and general reference letters
Official transcript(s) from any undergraduate school where you have taken 6 or more credit hours
Three essays (a personal vision, a testimony, and an academic essay)
$25 Application Fee

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Entrance Requirements

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For details on academics and programs (including class schedules, program options, and more), visit our Academics Page.
Your completed application must be received by the Admissions Committee by the dates below to enroll in the corresponding term:
- August 1 – Fall term
- December 15 – Spring term
- April 15 – Summer term
Submit a transcript from the institution you would like the Academic Dean to review for possible transfer credit eligibility. Please be aware that you may or may not receive the full value of your transfer hours. For a more detailed transferability of credits statement, see the Academics Page.
Memphis City Seminary (MCS) admits students of any ethnicity, sex, handicap, and national origin who possess a credible and scriptural Christian testimony and who meet all other admissions requirements to all the rights, privileges, and activities generally afforded or made available to all its students.
View entrance requirement details for each program here.
If you do not meet these requirements, view special circumstance entrance requirements here.

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Auditing A Course

Looking to further your theological education without pursuing a degree program? Consider auditing a course! Auditing allows you the opportunity to sit in on lectures and receive resources without committing to any assignments.

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