The Doctor of Ministry is a professional degree providing qualified students the opportunity to achieve a high level of excellence in the practice of ministry. The degree is built on prerequisites including a MDIV or master's degree in a ministry-related area from an ATS accredited institution, high intellectual achievement and professional capability, and substantial professional experience in ministry.
PREREQUISITES:
A master's degree in a ministry-related area from an ATS accredited college, university or seminary and demonstrate proficiency by meeting the established criteria outlined in the admission policies OR
MDiv degree from an ATS accredited college, university, or seminary
3.0 out of 4.0 GPA
Substantial ministry experience: Normally, full-time vocational ministry experience of at least three years is the minimum requirement. Exceptions can be made considering a combination of age, part-time and/or co-vocational ministry, and combined length and scope of service. The Professional Doctoral Committee will approve exceptions at the time of admission.
3 Seminars @ 3 hours each chosen from any seminar offered in the ProDoc program
Proficiency Seminars* (6 hours)
2 Seminars @ 3 hours each, For applicants without an MDiv Degree; specific seminar options determined by ProDoc Administrators
*NOTE Proficiency Seminars must be successfully completed by the Mid-Career Assessment Workshop.
TOTAL: 36 hours
COMPLETION TIME: 3-6 years
*Advanced Standing. Students with an MDiv from an ATS accredited institution will be granted advanced standing and the two proficiency seminars waived (6 hours).
