Application for Admission

Application for Admission

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Instructions (Click Here First!)
Thank you for expressing interest in the Johnnie Colemon Theological Seminary (JCTS).

Before beginning this application, make sure you have the following ready to upload:
1. Resume
2. Three (3) Reference Letters
  - Senior Minister/Spiritual Leader
  - Someone who can verify your academic abilities
  - Someone who can attest to your character
3. Essay (or you can copy/paste)
4. Proof of Ordination (Previously Ordained Clergy / Ministerial applicants only)
5. Signed Accrediting Commission International (ACI) Acknowledgement Form
6. Signed Student Code of Conduct Form
Official college, university and/or seminary transcripts may be required for some programs. Note that all official transcripts can be mailed to:

Johnnie Colemon Theological Seminary
Attn: Registrar
21310 NW 37th Avenue
Miami Gardens, FL 33056

Official transcripts may also be sent to info@jctseminary.org. In addition, there is a $100.00 USD non-refundable application fee. You will be directed to complete payment after submission. You can pay via PayPal or debit/credit card. If you prefer to pay using another payment method, then please send your request to info@jctseminary.org.

Thanks again for choosing JCTS!

Sincerely,
The JCTS Team

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Note: Due to the length of this application, we highly recommend this be completed on a laptop/desktop. We also recommend that you scroll through the entire application first to see all that is required. In addition, the Seminary is unable to retrieve your answers should your browser or system crash, or if your information is lost. Lastly, all information submitted will be kept confidential.

If you prefer to complete a hardcopy/PDF of the application, you can find the application HERE.

A. Program Information
1. Which PROGRAM are you seeking admission?*
2. Which Master of Divinity TRACK are you interested in?*
2. Which best describes your current religious/spiritual profession?*

B. Applicant Information
Name and Contact Information

Please provide us with your complete name and contact details.
1. Upload your most recent photo or headshot

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2. Last 4 Digits of SSN
3. Applicant Name*

PrefixFirst NameMiddle NameLast NameSuffix
4. Nickname/Preferred Name
5. Mailing Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip CodeCountry
6. Phone Number*
Just type in the numbers -- no hyphens
7. Email Address*
example@example.com
Demographic Information

The following information is optional (with the exception of Question #13) and will only be utilized for data collection purposes.
8. Date of Birth

Month (##)Day (##)Year (####)
9. Gender
10. Race
10b. If you selected "More than one race or Other", please identify your races

White (or European-descent)Black (or African-descent)AsianAmerican Indian/Alaska NativeNative Islander/Pacific IslanderOther
11. Ethnicity
12. Do you identify as Hispanic?

YesNo
13. Citizenship Status*
13b. Country of Citizenship*

C. Emergency Contact
Emergency Contact

This person will be contacted only in the event where you are unreachable by phone and e-mail. We will not share any of your personal or academic information with them. Please provide at least one contact method for them (email address or phone number).
1. Name of Emergency Contact*

PrefixFirst NameMiddle NameLast NameSuffix
2. Relationship*
3. E-mail Address
4. Phone Number
Just type in the numbers -- no hyphens

D. Religious/Church Affiliation
Religious/Church Affiliation

If you are affiliated with a spiritual community or organization that is not a church, then you may list that organization below.
Please upload your proof of Ordination.*

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1. What is your position in your church/spiritual center?*

Clergy, Ordained or Licensed MinisterSpiritual Teacher/Practitioner (non-clergy)Layperson/Administrative (e.g. Staff, Contractor or Volunteer)No position (Congregant or Student)
2. How many years experience do you have in this position?*
3. Name of your church/spiritual center*
4. Address of your church/spiritual center*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip CodeCountry
5. Phone Number of your church/spiritual center*
Just type in the numbers -- no hyphens
6. What are your specific responsibilities inside your church/spiritual center?*

E. Professional & Educational Background
Professional & Educational Background
1. What is your current occupation?*
2. What is your highest regionally accredited degree earned?*
3. Please upload your complete resume indicating work and educational history.*

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4. If a Bachelor's degree has not been earned, then please describe demonstration of academic achievement or work experience.*
4. Please list your college honors or community opportunities.*
Please remember to send your official college transcripts to the following address:

Johnnie Colemon Theological Seminary
Attn: Registrar
21310 NW 37th Avenue
Miami Gardens, FL 33056

Note: We are unable to accept unofficial transcripts or any transcript via email. (However, unofficial transcripts may be requested in the event of shipping delays of your official transcript.)
Note to TTA Applicants: Please request your official transcript or progress report from your UFBL Center showing successful completion of a Master Certificate or courses completed.

F. Reference Letters
Recommendation Letters

List the name of your references below, and then upload their letters.
**1. Provide a Letter from your Senior Minister (or applicable Spiritual Leader) who can attest to your leadership abilities and responsibilities at your church/center. This letter must be on their organization's official letterhead.

2. Provide Letter from someone who can verify your academic (teaching, presentation, writing and/or researching) ability.

3. Provide a Letter from someone that can attest to your values, integrity, and character.

Note: All letters should include the person's full name, email address, contact number and signature. Furthermore, to avoid any distortions in your uploaded file, we prefer letters be uploaded as PDFs, JPG or PNG files. (You may upload a scanned copy of the letters, if needed.)

**If you are not affiliated with a church and are unable to submit a letter from a Senior Minister, then please contact the respective Dean of your program of interest.
Reference #1: Spiritual Leader

First NameLast NameSuffix
Please upload your Spiritual Leader's recommendation letter.

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Reference #2: Academic Professional

First NameLast NameSuffix
Please upload your academic recommendation letter.

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Reference #3: Character

First NameLast NameSuffix
Please upload your Friend's recommendation letter.

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Optional Reference

First NameLast NameSuffix
Relationship
Please upload the recommendation letter.

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H. Acknowledgement Forms
Acknowledgement Forms

Please download each document, sign them, and upload them below.
1. Accrediting Commission International (ACI) Acknowledgement

2. Student Code of Conduct
Upload signed ACI Acknowledgment*

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Upload signed Code of Conduct*

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I. Agreement & Submission
Fee
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Application Fee$100.00

Total $0.00
Please confirm the following statement:*

I certify that the information provided on this application, including the attachments, are complete and accurate. I also understand that the Seminary reserves the right to reject my application or rescind any offer of admission into the college should any information be found to be falsified or incomplete.
Upon your acceptance, you will receive an official Acceptance Letter via email. The Johnnie Colemon Theological Seminary shall admit qualified students without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, or sexual preference. All shall be afforded access all the rights, privileges, programs, activities generally accorded or made available to students.

Note: After you click "Submit," you will be directed to PayPal for payment. You may pay using your PayPal account or credit/debit card. (If you would like to use another payment method, please email info@jctseminary.org.)
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Application for Admission

Name and Contact Information

Demographic Information

Emergency Contact

Religious/Church Affiliation

Professional & Educational Background

Recommendation Letters

Essay Question

Essay Questions

Acknowledgement Forms