Queens College of Theology is committed to providing a Christ-centered academic environment that nurtures spiritual growth, academic excellence, and ministry effectiveness. In pursuit of that mission, we welcome applicants who meet the following academic and ministry experience requirements:
 

Undergraduate Admission (Bachelor’s Degree Programs)

Applicants must submit one official copy of a high school transcript or official proof of equivalent academic achievement (such as a GED).

Graduate Admission (Master’s Degree Programs)

Applicants must submit a transcript from a college or university—secular or Christian—indicating completion of a Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 120 credit hours and a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.

We also accept degrees from verifiable Bible colleges.

Doctoral Admission 

Applicants must submit a transcript from an institution—secular, Christian, or verifiable Bible college—demonstrating completion of a Master’s degree in Theology, Ministry, or a closely related religious field, with a minimum GPA of 3.0.

Applicants without a religiously focused Master’s degree are encouraged to apply to one of our Master’s programs to build the appropriate academic foundation for doctoral study.

Statement of Purpose

All applicants are required to submit a Statement of Purpose essay that demonstrates their writing ability, articulates their call to ministry, and explains how theological education will support their personal, academic, and ministry goals.

Alternative Admission Pathways: Life Experience Consideration

Queens College of Theology recognizes that many ministry leaders have developed deep theological insight and pastoral skill through years of faithful service. Therefore, we offer an alternative admissions track for our tuition-free programs based on ministry experience:

Master’s Level Life Experience Admission

• A minimum of 7 years of verified church leadership experience
   

• A letter of recommendation from a senior pastor or church board
   

Doctoral Level Life Experience Admission

• A minimum of 12 years of verified church leadership experience
   

• A letter of recommendation from a pastor or church board member
   

Applicants seeking admission through this pathway must upload a ministry resume and recommendation letter in the section where transcripts are typically submitted within the application portal.

If you need assistance determining which academic path is right for you, our admissions team is available to prayerfully walk you through the process.