Steps for Applicants:
- Please begin by submitting your online application – Online application
- Official high school and college transcripts
- All official transcripts should be submitted as follows:
- Physical transcripts can be sent to the address below and must be in a sealed envelope from the school remitting the transcript to be accepted:
Vanguard University
School for Professional Studies
55 Fair Drive
Costa Mesa, CA, 92626 - Electronic transcripts can be sent to: spsadmissions@vanguard.edu (must be sent from a third-party Safe Sender, such as eScrip or Parchment to be accepted).
- Physical transcripts can be sent to the address below and must be in a sealed envelope from the school remitting the transcript to be accepted:
- All official transcripts should be submitted as follows:
- Statement of Purpose.
- Write a detailed statement of purpose which describes how your chosen degree program aligns with your vocational aspirations and is related to your Christian faith.
- Statement must be a minimum of 250 words, double-spaced, 12-point Times New Roman font.
- Please email your completed statement of purpose (in Word document or pdf format) to hsimons@jakesdivinity.org with the subject “JDS Statement of Purpose – (Your first and last name here)”.
- FAFSA
- Complete the free application by clicking the link: Free Application for Federal Student Aid
- Vanguard’s school code is 001293. You can also find general information here.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact me via email: hsimons@jakesdivinity.org. I look forward to connecting with you!
- Please begin by submitting your online application – Online application
- Official high school and college transcripts
- All official transcripts should be submitted as follows:
- Physical transcripts can be sent to the address below and must be in a sealed envelope from the school remitting the transcript to be accepted:
Vanguard University
School for Professional Studies
55 Fair Drive
Costa Mesa, CA, 92626 - Electronic transcripts can be sent to: spsadmissions@vanguard.edu (must be sent from a third-party Safe Sender, such as eScrip or Parchment to be accepted).
- Physical transcripts can be sent to the address below and must be in a sealed envelope from the school remitting the transcript to be accepted:
- All official transcripts should be submitted as follows:
- Statement of Purpose.
- Write a detailed statement of purpose which describes how your chosen degree program aligns with your vocational aspirations and is related to your Christian faith.
- Statement must be a minimum of 250 words, double-spaced, 12-point Times New Roman font.
- Please email your completed statement of purpose (in Word document or pdf format) to hsimons@jakesdivinity.org with the subject “JDS Statement of Purpose – (Your first and last name here)”.
- FAFSA
- Complete the free application by clicking the link: Free Application for Federal Student Aid
- Vanguard’s school code is 001293. You can also find general information here.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact me via email: hsimons@jakesdivinity.org. I look forward to connecting with you!
- Please begin by submitting your online application – Online application
- Official high school and college transcripts
- All official transcripts should be submitted as follows:
- Physical transcripts can be sent to the address below and must be in a sealed envelope from the school remitting the transcript to be accepted:
Vanguard University
School for Professional Studies
55 Fair Drive
Costa Mesa, CA, 92626 - Electronic transcripts can be sent to: spsadmissions@vanguard.edu (must be sent from a third-party Safe Sender, such as eScrip or Parchment to be accepted).
- Physical transcripts can be sent to the address below and must be in a sealed envelope from the school remitting the transcript to be accepted:
- All official transcripts should be submitted as follows:
- Statement of Purpose.
- Write a detailed statement of purpose which describes how your chosen degree program aligns with your vocational aspirations and is related to your Christian faith.
- Statement must be a minimum of 250 words, double-spaced, 12-point Times New Roman font.
- Please email your completed statement of purpose (in Word document or pdf format) to hsimons@jakesdivinity.org with the subject “JDS Statement of Purpose – (Your first and last name here)”.
- FAFSA
- Complete the free application by clicking the link: Free Application for Federal Student Aid
- Vanguard’s school code is 001293. You can also find general information here.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact me via email: hsimons@jakesdivinity.org. I look forward to connecting with you!
- Please begin by submitting your online application Online application
- Official high school and college transcripts
- All official transcripts should be submitted as follows:
- Physical transcripts can be sent to the address below and must be in a sealed envelope from the school remitting the transcript to be accepted::
North Central University
Attn: NCU Admissions
910 Elliot Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55404 - Electronic transcripts can be sent to: admissions@northcentral.edu (must be sent from a third-party Safe Sender, such as eScrip or Parchment to be accepted).
- Physical transcripts can be sent to the address below and must be in a sealed envelope from the school remitting the transcript to be accepted::
- All official transcripts should be submitted as follows:
- Admissions interview.
- (This will be scheduled with you by an Enrollment and Student Services Coordinator once you have completed the other steps.)
If you have any questions, you may contact Amaris Smith at 469-504-2556 or via email Asmith@jakesdivinity.org.
- Please begin by submitting your online application Online application
- Official high school and college transcripts
- All official transcripts should be submitted as follows:
- Physical transcripts can be sent to the address below and must be in a sealed envelope from the school remitting the transcript to be accepted::
North Central University
Attn: NCU Admissions
910 Elliot Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55404 - Electronic transcripts can be sent to: admissions@northcentral.edu (must be sent from a third-party Safe Sender, such as eScrip or Parchment to be accepted).
- Physical transcripts can be sent to the address below and must be in a sealed envelope from the school remitting the transcript to be accepted::
- All official transcripts should be submitted as follows:
- Complete Admissions interview.
- (This will be scheduled with you by an Enrollment and Student Services Coordinator once you have completed the other steps.)
If you have any questions, you may contact Amaris Smith at 469-504-2556 or via email: Asmith@jakesdivinity.org.
- Please begin by submitting your online application – Online application
- Official high school and college transcripts
- All official transcripts should be submitted as follows:
- Physical transcripts can be sent to the address below and must be in a sealed envelope from the school remitting the transcript to be accepted:
Vanguard University
School for Professional Studies
55 Fair Drive
Costa Mesa, CA, 92626 - Electronic transcripts can be sent to the following email address: spsadmissions@vanguard.edu (must be sent from a third-party Safe Sender, such as eScrip or Parchment to be accepted).
- Physical transcripts can be sent to the address below and must be in a sealed envelope from the school remitting the transcript to be accepted:
- All official transcripts should be submitted as follows:
- Reference Forms
- Download and complete the Reference Form.
- In addition to the forms, two letters of recommendation must be submitted by both a pastoral and academic reference. Email the documents to kgreen@jakesdivinity.org with the subject “JDS References – (Your first and last name here)”.
- Personal Statement
- Write a detailed statement of purpose describing your reasons for pursuing a graduate degree (include vocational reasons), as well as how your faith is related to this decision. Email your personal statement to kgreen@jakesdivinity.org.
- Statement must be a minimum of 250 words.
- Resume
- Please provide a detailed resume and email it to kgreen@jakesdivinity.org with the subject “JDS Applicant Resume – (Your first and last name here)”.
- FAFSA
- Vanguard’s school code for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid is 001293. You can also find general information here.
If you have any questions, you may contact Kimberly Green at 469.332.6539 or via email: kgreen@jakesdivinity.org.
- Please begin by submitting your online application – Online application
- Official high school and college transcripts
- All official transcripts should be submitted as follows:
- Physical transcripts can be sent to the address below and must be in a sealed envelope from the school remitting the transcript to be accepted:
Vanguard University
School for Professional Studies
55 Fair Drive
Costa Mesa, CA, 92626 - Electronic transcripts can be sent to the following email address: spsadmissions@vanguard.edu (must be sent from a third-party Safe Sender, such as eScrip or Parchment to be accepted).
- Physical transcripts can be sent to the address below and must be in a sealed envelope from the school remitting the transcript to be accepted:
- All official transcripts should be submitted as follows:
- Reference Forms
- Download and complete the Reference Form.
- In addition to the forms, two letters of recommendation must be submitted by both a pastoral and academic reference. Email the documents to kgreen@jakesdivinity.org with the subject “JDS References – (Your first and last name here)”.
- Personal Statement
- Write a detailed statement of purpose describing your reasons for pursuing a graduate degree (include vocational reasons), as well as how your faith is related to this decision. Email your personal statement to kgreen@jakesdivinity.org.
- Statement must be a minimum of 250 words.
- Resume
- Please provide a detailed resume and email it to kgreen@jakesdivinity.org with the subject “JDS Applicant Resume – (Your first and last name here)”.
- FAFSA
- Vanguard’s school code for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid is 001293. You can also find general information here.
If you have any questions, you may contact Kimberly Green at 469.332.6539 or via email: kgreen@jakesdivinity.org.
- Please start by submitting your online application: Online application
- Official high school and college transcripts
- All official transcripts should be submitted as follows:
- Physical transcripts can be sent to the address below and must be in a sealed envelope from the school remitting the transcript to be accepted:
North Central University
Attn: NCU Admissions
910 Elliot Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55404 - Electronic transcripts can be sent to: admissions@northcentral.edu (must be sent from a third-party Safe Sender, such as eScrip or Parchment to be accepted).
*Unofficial transcripts may be sent directly to nthompson@jakesdivinity.org and can be used for review contingent upon official transcripts arriving prior to the start of class.
- Physical transcripts can be sent to the address below and must be in a sealed envelope from the school remitting the transcript to be accepted:
- All official transcripts should be submitted as follows:
- Submit Resume
- Please provide a detailed resume and email it to nthompson@tdjakes.org. “JDS Applicant Resume – (Your first and last name here)”.
If you have any questions, you may contact Nyesha Thompson at 469-315-1198 or via email: nthompson@tdjakes.org.
- Please start by submitting your online application: Online application
- Official high school and college transcripts
- All official transcripts should be submitted as follows:
- Physical transcripts can be sent to the address below and must be in a sealed envelope from the school remitting the transcript to be accepted:
North Central University
Attn: NCU Admissions
910 Elliot Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55404 - Electronic transcripts can be sent to: admissions@northcentral.edu (must be sent from a third-party Safe Sender, such as eScrip or Parchment to be accepted).
*Unofficial transcripts may be sent directly to nthompson@jakesdivinity.org and can be used for review contingent upon official transcripts arriving prior to the start of class.
- Physical transcripts can be sent to the address below and must be in a sealed envelope from the school remitting the transcript to be accepted:
- All official transcripts should be submitted as follows:
- Submit Resume
- Please provide a detailed resume and email it to nthompson@tdjakes.org. “JDS Applicant Resume – (Your first and last name here)”.
If you have any questions, you may contact Nyesha Thompson at 469-315-1198 or via email: nthompson@tdjakes.org.
Steps for applicants with accredited Master of Divinity degree:
- Online application
▪ Complete the DMin Inquiry Questionnaire to receive an online application.
- Official high school and college transcripts
▪ All official transcripts should be submitted as follows:
▪ Physical transcripts can be sent to the address below and must be in a sealed envelope from the school remitting the transcript to be accepted:
Office of Admissions
George Fox University
414 N. Meridian Street #6089
Newberg, OR 97132
▪ Electronic transcripts can be sent to: admissions@georgefox.edu (must be sent from a third-party Safe Sender, such as eScrip or Parchment to be accepted).
- Academic Writing Sample
▪ The academic writing sample must be from a previous educational experience or be academic in nature of any subject matter.
- Character References
▪ This form should be completed by a ministry supervisor and two personal
references.
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae
▪ Please provide a detailed resume and email it to aolds@jakesdivinity.org.
“JDS Applicant Resume – (Your first and last name here)”.
▪ Include professional background and ministry experience in terms of role, length of time, responsibilities, etc.
Steps for applicants without accredited Master of Divinity degree:
Prospective students without an earned Master of Divinity degree from an accredited educational institution will have to establish M.Div. equivalency by submitting a portfolio. It is an internal courtesy service that Jakes Divinity School offers to prospective D.Min. students to determine whether or not the prospect is qualified to apply for admission to the D.Min. program.
Portfolio items include:
- Unofficial or Official Transcripts
▪ All unofficial transcripts can be sent to: aolds@jakesdivinity.org.
▪ All official transcripts should be submitted as follows:
▪ Physical transcripts can be sent to the address below and must be in a sealed envelope from the school remitting the transcript to be accepted:
Office of Admissions
George Fox University
414 N. Meridian Street #6089
Newberg, OR 97132
▪ Electronic transcripts can be sent to: admissions@georgefox.edu (must be sent from a third-party Safe Sender, such as eScrip or Parchment to be accepted).
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae
▪ Please provide a detailed resume and email it to aolds@jakesdivinity.org with the subject “JDS Applicant Resume – (Your first and last name here)”.
▪ Include professional background and ministry experience in terms of role, length of time, responsibilities, etc.
- Statement of Purpose
▪ The statement of purpose is a 250-word rationale that describes your purpose for pursuing the Doctor of Ministry.
▪ Please email your completed essay (in Word document or pdf format) to
aolds@jakesdivinity.org with the subject “JDS Statement of Purpose – (Your first and last name here)”.
- Documentation of Ministry Experience
▪ Please email your ordination certificate or ministry certifications to
aolds@jakesdivinity.org with the subject “JDS Documentation of Ministry Experience – (Your first and last name here)”.
Our mission, at the Jakes Divinity School, is to prepare men and women for excellence in both local and global ministry, as guided by the power of the Holy Spirit and with faithfulness to Jesus Christ.
We aim to fulfill this commitment to ministry through the following:
- Undergraduate and graduate education,
- Professional and continuing education,
- Spiritual formation,
- Experiential-learning,
- And strategic partnerships.
All of our divinity programs strive to glorify God through excellence.
Linda Martin
Columbia, SC
JDS Student, Master of Arts in Strategic Leadership
“JDS offers engaging, hands-on online classes for students around the world. The flexible schedules help me to balance life, work, and school. I’m so grateful for the expert academic advisement and spiritual guidance that I receive from the faculty and staff. At JDS, they welcome and care for you like family. It’s an honor to be a part of this institution of excellence.”
