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Advanced Professional Program Application Form

For students applying to the Doctor of Practical Theology program.

  • Personal Information

  • Contact Information

  • Status in Canada

  • DD slash MM slash YYYY
  • If your first language is not English, you must supply evidence of English competence. A minimum TOEFL score of iBT 92 is required.
  • Program Information

  • (e.g. New Testament, Historical Theology, homiletics, etc.)
    Full Time is 24 units (8 courses) or more in an academic year
  • Educational Background

  • Please list all post-secondary institutions attended.
    DegreeMajorSchoolGraduation Year
  • DegreeMajorSchoolGraduation Year
  • DegreeMajorSchoolGraduation Year
  • DegreeMajorSchoolGraduation Year
  • Ministry Involvement

  • Supporting Information

  • Personal Statement
    Please enclose a personal statement commenting on: What is your Christian experience? What is the nature of your present local church involvement and/or para-church involvement? What are your vocational and educational goals in pursuing the DPT? Why is McMaster Divinity College the best for you to develop the above? Maximum 2 pages. Files must be less than 10 MB.
  • Accepted file types: pdf, Max. file size: 10 MB.
  • Writing Sample (or Thesis)
    Please provide a sample of your writing in your proposed area of specialization, either in the form of a major paper/essay from a previous degree or a Master level thesis.
    Files must be less than 10 MB.
  • Accepted file types: pdf, Max. file size: 10 MB.
  • Describe Dissertation Project/Practice
    Describe your research interest and how it is grounded in a practice of ministry (e.g. preaching, pastoral care, worship and liturgy, or leadership, etc.).
    Files must be less than 10 MB.
  • Accepted file types: pdf, Max. file size: 10 MB.
  • Work History
    Please provide a brief description of your work history.
    Files must be less than 10 MB.
  • Accepted file types: pdf, Max. file size: 10 MB.
  • Ministry Experience
    Please provide a brief description of your past and present ministry experience.
    Files must be less than 10 MB.
  • Accepted file types: pdf, Max. file size: 10 MB.
  • If you have further qualifications and certifications that would be relevant to this application, please give a brief description of them.
  • References

  • Please provide the name and contact information of those who will provide your references. Online reference forms are available on our website.
  • NameTitleInstitutionPhoneEmail Address
  • NameTitleInstitutionPhoneEmail Address
  • NameTitleEmail AddressPhone
  • NameTitleEmail AddressPhone
  • NameTitleEmail AddressPhone
  • Emergency Contact

  • NameAddressPhone
  • Fees and Conditions

  • Fees are Non-refundable

    A $100.00 fee is required for domestic applications to this program.

    International applicants (those not possessing a North American passport) must pay an application fee of $100.00.

    You will be prompted to make this payment online upon submission of your application. If you are unable to pay online, please send a cheque or money order payable to “McMaster Divinity College.”

    Domestic applicants, please check the program fee deadline below to see if a late fee is applicable. An additional fee of $50.00 is required for those applying after the application deadline.

    Application Deadlines:

    • September entry - March 15
    • January entry - August 1
    • April entry (Spring Term) - March 15

    Application Fees:
    If applying for September or Spring Term entry:
    • Before March 15: $100.00
    • After March 15: $150.00 ($50 late fee added)

    If applying for January entry:
    • Before August 1: $100.00
    • After August 1: $150.00 ($50 late fee added)


    Please note that applications will be accepted after the above dates, however financial aid is primarily apportioned to those who apply by the deadline.
    I certify that the information provided in this form is complete, true, and correct, to the best of my knowledge. I understand that that false information or any evidence of plagiarism will invalidate my application. Plagiarism includes portraying the experience or ideas of others as your own or content generated by artificial intelligence software. I understand that reference letters are confidential and I waive my right of access to them.
  • Additional Requirements for International/Visa Students
    - Proof of financial support as required by Citizenship and Immigration Canada
    - TOEFL Certificate (minimum 92 IBT) if English is not your first language
    - Official translation of foreign documents, including transcripts (WES evaluation may be requested)
    - A copy of your Canadian study permit will be required before registration
  • Payment

  • $ 0.00 CAD

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