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Thank you for your interest in applying to Candler! Candler School of Theology prepares real people to make a real difference in the real world. Our mission is to educate—through scholarship, teaching, and service—faithful and creative leaders for the church’s ministries in the world. One of 13 seminaries of The United Methodist Church, we are grounded in the Christian faith and shaped by the Wesleyan tradition of evangelical piety, ecumenical openness, and social concern. We look forward to receiving your application and to working with you through the admissions process. Be sure to contact the Office of Admissions if you have any questions!
Offers of admission for the MDiv and MTS are made on a rolling admissions basis. When an application is complete, it will be reviewed by the Admissions Committee. Normally, a decision will be reached within two weeks. Please note the application deadlines below:
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Deadline |
Program |
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January 15, 2012 |
Priority Filing for Master of Divinity (MDiv) students seeking scholarship assistance and final Deadline for Doctor of Theology in Pastoral Care and Counseling (ThD) |
| February 1, 2012 | Priority Filing for Master of Theological Studies (MTS) |
| February 15, 2012 | Final Deadline for Master of Theology (ThM) |
| May 1, 2012 | Final Deadline for Special Student (Non-Degree) Summer Admission |
| July 1, 2012 | Final Deadline for Master of Divinity (MDiv), Master of Theological Studies (MTS) and Special Student (Non-Degree) for Fall Admission |
| November 1, 2011 | Final Deadline for Special Student (Non-Degree) Spring Admission |
Application Instructions
Before you begin and to ensure a smooth application process, please review the Application Checklists and review all deadlines above. It’s easy to set up and begin completing your online application once you’ve reviewed this information. After you create an account by following the steps below, you can always return to this page to login and re-edit your application until it is ready to submit. If you are applying for one of Candler’s joint-degree programs, you must complete a separate application for the second degree program with the corresponding school.
Application Procedures
Step 1: Apply
Begin here to create an account and start the application. You will receive an email with your username and password. If you are using a Mac, please note that there are known issues with Safari and our online system, so please use another browser.
Step 2: Edit
You may return to the application to edit your information, upload documents, and more. Click below to continue working on your application. Once you’re finished, be sure to submit the application and submit any outstanding materials to the Admissions Office.
- Forgot your password? Click here to retrieve your login information.
- Forgot the application requirements? Check out the Application Checklists to find out what needs to be included in order to complete your application.
Step 3: Pay
After you’ve submitted your application, click here or below to pay the $50.00 application fee using a credit or debit card. You can also send a check or money order, made payable to Emory University, to the Admissions Office at:
Office of Admissions and Financial Aid
Candler School of Theology
Emory University
1531 Dickey Drive, Suite 301
Atlanta, Georgia 30322
Step 4: Submit
Be sure to submit your application materials, including transcripts and letters of recommendation, by the deadline for your program.
Notes:
- Converting your documents into one master PDF file will expedite the processing of your application. Detailed instructions for attaching documents as well as a link to a free PDF converter are found in the Attach Essays, Resume, etc. section of the online application.
- You may submit hard copies of any of the additional materials if you have difficulty with the online attachment process.
- Regardless of how your attachments are delivered, be sure to label each page with your name.
Step 5: Status
Within a few days of submitting your completed application, you will receive access to OPUS, Emory’s Online Pathway for Students, where you can check the status of your application, including any missing items. To obtain your network ID and Password, click below to access OPUS and click on the “Obtain Network ID and Password” link. If you have trouble with this process, please email the OPUS Help Desk.
If you prefer to mail your application, you can find the necessary materials here:
Candler Application
Special Non-Degree Application
Recommendation Form
Alternative Writing Sample
Materials can be sent to: candleradmissions@emory.edu
or
Office of Admissions and Financial Aid
Candler School of Theology
Emory University
1531 Dickey Drive, Suite 301
Atlanta, GA 30322
If you need additional information or assistance, please contact our staff by email at candleradmissions@emory.edu or by telephone at 404.727.6326. Thank you for your interest in Candler School of Theology. We look forward to receiving your application!