Masters Degree and Certificate Admission Requirements
Admission to MTSO is based on several factors, including undergraduate academic performance, personal references, fitness for ministry, gifts and graces, and personal background. While there is no required undergraduate major for seminary preparation, a course of study that includes a broad representation of studies in human experience is recommended.
Applying to Methodist Theological School in Ohio
Applicants will submit the following materials to:
Methodist Theological School in Ohio:
3081 Columbus Pike
Delaware, OH 43015
| Application Form The completed online Application Form, or the completed paper Application Form. A nonrefundable $35 application fee is required for all paper applications. Follow the application instructions, apply online, download an application form, or download an occasional student application. Official Transcripts Official transcripts from each college, university or graduate school attended. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited undergraduate institution is required. Only transcripts mailed directly to us from another school are considered official. ALL coursework completed at the college level or higher requires documentation on an official transcript to be received in the Office of Admissions. Applicants must have a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.7 (on a 4.0 scale). Résumé or Curriculum Vita A current résumé or curriculum vita. Three Reference Letters Three letters of reference, addressing personal, academic and spiritual qualities. See below for specific reference requirements for each degree program. Occasional applicants are not required to submit references with their applications. Download a reference form.
Written Statement A written statement on your reasons for pursuing a graduate theological education at Methodist Theological School in Ohio. Please prepare and submit a statement explaining your rationale for seeking a graduate theological degree at Methodist Theological School in Ohio. What is your understanding of the level of commitment that this will require? Please include a statement of your vocational goals and how you came to decide on those goals. (1000 words minimum, 2000 words maximum). This can be submitted through the online application form, emailed as a document attachment to admit@mtso.edu or a hard copy may be mailed to the Admissions Office. Background Check Authorization Form A background check takes place after all other admission requirements are satisfied. An offer of admission is contingent upon the results of the background check. Download the background check authorization form. For MACM Applicants only: MACM candidates will be required to have an interview with the director of the MACM program. This interview will be scheduled after the Application Form has been submitted. |
| International Students: International students have additional application requirements. International students are required to complete the Test of English as a Foreign Language. MTSO’s TOEFL score requirement is 85 for the Internet test, 223 for the computer-based test or 563 for the paper-based test. Scores must be sent directly from the reporting agency to Methodist Theological School in Ohio (Institution Code 1540). International students are also required to submit complete documentation of financial resources available to support study and living expenses at MTSO. International applicants are required to begin their application process at least one year in advance of their anticipated date of enrollment. For Fall admission consideration, international applicants must have their files completed by January 1. International Students should visit http://www.mtso.edu/international for document downloads. |
The Application Process:
| Applications are accepted at Methodist Theological School in
Ohio on a rolling basis. After all materials have been received
and reviewed by the Admissions Committee, the Director of
Admissions will inform applicants of the committee���s decision.
Offers of admission are contingent upon the successful
completion of any admission requirements pending at the time of
application, and a satisfactory background check. Accepted
applicants will be asked to confirm their intention to enroll by
submitting a $100 tuition deposit. All materials submitted in support of an application for admission to any degree program are considered the sole and confidential property of MTSO and cannot be returned or provided to third parties. In order to permit the writing of thoughtful references without fear of recrimination, applicants do not have access to admissions files. We reserve the right to deny admission to any applicant whose personal actions are deemed to be detrimental to our community or whose academic performance is below requirements. We also reserve the right to determine, in our sole judgment, whether an applicant is a suitable candidate for a specific degree program or for the vocation which the program represents. Accepted students may apply for scholarships, financial aid, student work study employment and on-campus housing. Click here for a Campus Housing Application. |
Doctor of Ministry Admission
Email admissions at admit@mtso.edu or call 800-333-6876 with any questions.
