International Graduate School of Ministry
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Admission Requirements

International Graduate School of Ministry Admission RequirementsAdmission to IGSM is based on a selection process conducted by IGSM. We review each application thoroughly to determine the applicant’s qualifications as well as compatibility of the school programs to the applicant’s educational goals. The applicant will be informed of IGSM’s actions within two weeks after all required application materials have been received.


Based on the school’s commitment to Christian principles and foundations, applicants must be Christian believers.

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The Application & Admissions Process

Application and admission to IGSM is a three-step process.

  1. Apply online or request an Application Form from IGSM .

  2. Complete the application process. Online application includes complete instructions and an e-mail option for forwarding references. The applicant must submit:
    • Letters of recommendation from three persons not related to the applicant who know the applicant well, preferably businessmen, elders, ministers or professors.
    • A letter of approval and promise of support from the applicant’s current employer.
    • Transcripts from all previous colleges, universities, or seminaries.
    • A picture (a close-up of head and shoulders) should be mailed to IGSM. The photograph will be used for purposes of identification only.
    • Indicate approval of the IGSM doctrinal statement along with the Mission and Vision Statements, stating any personal objections to any of the items. If you order by mail or phone, fill out the form, request references and transcripts, and return materials to IGSM. Upon receipt of all necessary documentation, IGSM will notify each applicant as to their academic status with IGSM A letter of acceptance will be mailed to all those who are accepted along with an evaluation of any transfer credits so the student will know his/her requirements for graduation.

  3. Enroll in class and purchase materials.
    • Register by phone with a credit card or through the mail by completing an enrollment form and enclosing a check or money order.

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Standard Student Admission Status

Students who have met all the admission requirements for a specific degree or certificate program are admitted to the school with all the rights and privileges associated with a normal student admission status.

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Special Student Admission Status

The standard prerequisite for graduate degree programs is an accredited baccalaureate degree or other accredited graduate degree specified under the individual degree requirements described in this catalog. However, the school allows a limited number of students to enter degree programs without all necessary prerequisites under a category entitled Special Student Status.

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Non-Degree Student Admission Status

A small percentage of the student body may be composed of those who desire to enroll in courses for academic credit but are not currently working toward the completion of a degree or certificate program. Students who are unsure of their academic goals may enroll under this category. The student is expected to meet the same requirements for course work as those involved in the Advanced Certificate programs.

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Audit Admission Status

As classroom space allows, a limited number of students may audit courses on a non-credit basis. These students are not required to fulfill all the assignments for a particular course, for example, they may omit certain project assignments, however it is recommended that they complete at least 25% of the reading assignments to get maximum value out of the discussions and interaction that take place during the class.

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