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Applying to the DMin program at George Fox University requires several crucial steps. Please follow details outlined below to ensure that you correctly complete the admissions process in a timely fashion:

Steps to Apply

  1. Make sure you are able to meet the Doctor of Ministry program admission requirements:
  2. Apply now! There is a rolling application deadline; apply now for the next start date
    • Apply
      • Download and fill out the Doctor of Ministry Application for Admission form (Please note that the $40 non refundable application fee is waived at present if you complete and return the .PDF application). You may also apply online.
      • Forward the professional, academic, and personal reference forms to your chosen references.
      • Order the official transcripts for each college or university attended.
      • Send printed application, references (professional, academic, and personal), your vitae/resume, and transcripts to the following address:
        • C/O Sheila Bartlett
        • Office of Graduate Admission
        • George Fox Evangelical Seminary
        • 12753 SW 68th Ave.
        • Portland, OR 97223
      • OR: E-mail electronic application, references or vitae/resume to Sheila Bartlett in Seminary Admissions at: sbartlett@georgefox.edu
    • Hard copy
  3. Optional: Apply for federal student aid by completing the "Free Application for Federal Student Aid" (FAFSA) form:
    1. File your FAFSA online:  http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/   (George Fox University’s school code: 003194)
    2. Contact your Financial Aid Counselor:
           Last Names A-K: Janet Herron  jherron@georgefox.edu   503-554-2232
           Last Names L-Z: Theresa Schierman   tschierman@georgefox.edu   503-554-2296
  4. Complete an entrance interview with the Director or Associate Director of of the Doctor of Ministry program in person, by telephone, or by skype.
    • Note: The interview requires the completed admission file (ie. steps 1-4 need to be complete); University Admissions will notify you when your file is complete.
  5. Once you have been accepted into the program:
    • You will receive an official letter of acceptance from University Admissions and a personal welcome email from the Director or Associate Director of the DMin program.
    • A new "GFU Google-E-mail" university e-mail account will be created for you. Access information will be sent to the e-mail address you submitted in the application process.
    • You will be given access to "MyGFU," an online student-services tool that allows you to register for courses, update your personal information, etc. Access information will be sent to the e-mail address you submitted in the application process.
  6. Upon acceptance into the program, remit the enrollment deposit of $200.
    • This is very important! You cannot register for any courses or gain access into the online 'Google sites' course site until the university has received the enrollment deposit.
    • Send the enrollment deposit to the following address by July 15:
      • Office of Graduate Admission
      • George Fox Evangelical Seminary
      • 12753 SW 68th Ave.
      • Portland, OR 97223
    • OR: You may pay the enrollment deposit online.
      • If you choose to pay in this manner, note the following details:
        • There is a 2.5% nonrefundable web services and handling fee to use this option.
        • It may take 2-3 days to be fully processed.
        • Your ID is listed as the "University ID" on your MyGFU > Self-Service > Student Center > Personal Information (heading) > Demographic Data. It is a seven-digit number.
        • Be sure to apply this payment to the "Fall Tuition."
      • Pay the enrollment deposit online