Steps to complete your application

While the link to our online application is the same for most of our programs, the application requirements vary slightly from program-to-program. Here is a simple checklist for each program to help you organize and gather the required documents and materials. For technical support or if you have questions, contact our admissions team at admissions@lancasterseminary.edu.

Master of Divinity & Master of Arts in Ministry and Leadership

  1. Complete an Online Application
  2. Submit Supporting Documents
    1. Personal statement
    2. Official transcript from all colleges/universities
    3. Two recommendations (one religious leader, one personal)
    4. Background check
    5. Child abuse clearance
  3. Interview with Director of Admissions
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Master of Arts in Religion

  1. Complete an Online Application
  2. Submit Supporting Documents
    1. Personal statement / academic writing sample
    2. Official transcript from all colleges/universities
    3. Two recommendations (one religious or academic leader, one personal)
    4. Background check
    5. Child abuse clearance
  3. Interview with Director of Admissions
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Doctor of Ministry

  1. Complete an Online Application
  2. Submit Supporting Documents
    1. Vocational statement
    2. Official transcript from all colleges/universities
    3. Two recommendations (one religious or academic leader, one personal)
    4. Background check
    5. Child abuse clearance
  3. Interview with Director of Doctoral Studies
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Certificate in Anglican Studies

  1. Complete an Online Application
  2. Submit Supporting Documents
    1. Personal statement
    2. Official transcript from all colleges/universities
    3. Two recommendations (one letter of permission from your Diocesan Bishop, one personal/religious)
    4. Background check
    5. Child abuse clearance
  3. Interview with Director of Admissions
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Certificate in Theological Studies

  1. Complete an Online Application
  2. Submit Supporting Documents
    1. Personal statement
    2. Official transcript from all colleges/universities
    3. Two recommendations (one religious leader, one personal)
    4. Background check
    5. Child abuse clearance
  3. Interview with Director of Admissions
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Pennsylvania Academy of Ministry (PAM)

  1. High school diploma or GED
  2. Personal statement
  3. Complete Application
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