The MABC Application Process
We are excited and thankful that you are considering The Master of Arts in Biblical Counseling program here at The Master’s University to help you reach your educational goals. We are here to guide you through every step and are always available to answer questions. Below are the three steps of the application process.
Step 1: Confirm Your Eligibility
Before spending time on the application, please review our comprehensive program standards. You must meet these qualifications to be admitted.
- Strong testimony of faith in Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord
- Demonstration of submission to the will of God and obedience to the Word of God
- Agreement with the TMU Doctrinal Statement, Student Standards of Conduct, and specific institutional statements on homosexuality, gender identity, and the roles of women in the church and home
- Agreement with TMU’s doctrinal stance that sign gifts (such as speaking in tongues, direct prophecy, and miracles) have ceased today
- Must meet the deacon or deaconess character qualities outlined in 1 Timothy 3:8-12, though holding the local office is not required
- Possession of the personal and spiritual gifts necessary for counseling and discipleship
- Recommendation by church leaders and other people who have had significant contact with the applicant
- Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university with at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA or higher (official transcripts required)
* No formal Bible or Biblical Counseling training is necessary.
Step 2: Fill out the Online Application
What is in the Application?
- Short-Answer Theology Questions: You will be asked to give your personal testimony and answer several short-answer prompts regarding key theological positions and local church involvement.
- Pastoral Reference: You will need to provide the name and email address of your pastor. The pastor of the current church you are attending is preferred. If your current pastor is unable to fill out the form, an elder at the church who knows you well is acceptable. Your pastor or elder cannot be related to you.
Step 3: Request Official Transcripts
Request official transcripts from all post-secondary schools from which degrees were conferred.
Official transcripts refer to transcripts originally produced by the institution that are sent directly from one institution to another using a secure method, and have been unopened by you or anyone else.
Additional Steps for International Students
If your institution is located outside of the United States, you will need to have your transcripts evaluated to see if they meet our accreditation standards. For more information about how to have your international transcripts evaluated, follow the link below:
Transcript Evaluation
Submit a TOEFL score of 100 or higher (or IELTS of 7 or higher) unless your degree is from an English-speaking institution.
For more information on the TOEFL exam: TOEFL Exam
For more information on the IELTS exam: IELTS Exam
- Apply for F-1 Visa: International students wanting to study at our university on-campus (including SIP) will need to apply for an F-1 visa, assuming there is no other visa the student already has that can be used for study in the States.
- Pay the I-901 SEVIS Fee: You must pay the I-901 SEVIS fee at least once a year to study in the United States. Paying the I-901 SEVIS fee is an important step in the process of applying for a student visa.
- Schedule an Appointment with Your Consulate: Once you’ve applied for an F-1 visa and obtained all the necessary paperwork, you will need to schedule an appointment with your consulate to have an interview, so you can be approved to take classes on-campus in the program.
What's Next?
We Will Review Your Application
After completing the application process and submitting all the necessary items, such as transcripts and recommendations, then your application will be ready for review by our Admissions Committee.
We Will Make a Decision about Admission
Once the application is reviewed by every member of the Admissions Committee, a final decision will be made and you will be notified via email.
You Can Start the Enrollment Process
Once you have been admitted into the Master of Arts in Biblical Counseling program, you can start the enrollment process. The enrollment process marks all the steps you need to take to get yourself ready to take classes in our program. You will receive more information on enrollment upon admission to the program.
