General Requirements for all Students
- Those wishing to enroll in the Franciscan School of Theology must submit a formal application for admission, including transcripts of all college work, application fee, three letters of academic reference, and a statement of purpose.
- All applicants must have at least a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Exceptions may be made when compensatory factors are evident.
- Only a written notice from the Academic Dean is valid proof of admission to one of the FST degree programs.
- Financial aid and housing on campus are available but limited. Applicants seeking aid and/or housing are strongly advised to apply early for entry in the semester of choice.
- Applications are accepted regularly for the Fall semester. Applications will be accepted also for the Spring semester. FST accepts applications throughout the year, however, the preferred deadlines are as follows:
M.Div., M.A.M.C., and M.T.S. programs
Fall semester April 1
Spring semester September 30
M.A. program (absolute deadlines)
Fall semester February 15
Spring semester September 30
Download the Admission Application (PDF)
