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17 Reentry Students Denver Seminary students who are admitted and subsequently enroll, but have not enrolled for up to two consecutive fall/spring terms or have graduated from Denver Seminary must reapply for admission. Reentry students must meet the degree requirements current at the time of admission. These students must submit the following: 1. Student application for admission This is available online at www.denverseminary.edu (then click the "Apply Now" button). Carefully read the NAE Statement of Faith, Community Values & Behavioral Commitments, and the Student Handbook policies that govern student life at the applicable campus of Denver Seminary. Sign the form only if you can do so without mental reservation. By signing this form you agree to abide by these standards and policies while attending school or face possible dismissal from the school. 2. Essays Update your biographical essay, and spiritual growth and development essay. All essays must be typed. a. Biographical essay (500-700 word limit) Address any major life challenges and changes that have impacted, or continue to impact, your personal growth and development (such as, why you decided to leave Denver Seminary, job loss, trauma, divorce, death) and how you have dealt with or are dealing with those issues. b. Spiritual growth and development essay (500-700 word limit) Include things such as, additional calls to ministry/vocation, ministry experiences, church involvement, which have occurred since last attending Denver Seminary. How have they impacted your spiritual identity and growth? c. Master of Theology (ThM) Writing Sample (1,000-2,000 word limit) Applicants for the ThM program should submit a sample academic research essay that they have authored by themselves consisting of approximately 1,000-2,000 words. The essay should include a well-defined thesis that the applicant goes on to defend or refute. It could take the form of a book review that critically evaluates the book under consideration. It could also be a published article or an unpublished essay. It should be in the general area in which the applicant is applying (e.g. Old Testament, New Testament, or Theology). d. Application for Major, Concentration, or Track (not required for DMin). In response to the prompts, please state your desired program and explain how this program fits with your vocational goals as well as how you are equipped to succeed at Denver Seminary. 3. Supplemental Information a. Two references. At least one reference must be from a pastor or someone in a position of Christian leadership in your life. All references must have known you for at least a year and may not be related to you. Th.M. applicants must submit one pastoral reference and two academic references. b. Official transcripts An official transcript is required from any institution where a degree has been completed since attending Denver Seminary. Master of Theology and Doctor of Ministry applicants only: An official transcript is required from the graduate institution where a Master of Divinity or its equivalent has been completed. Transcripts must be sent directly from the school in sealed envelopes to Denver Seminary. Electronically issued transcripts are acceptable if issued directly by the institution or an approved issuing body. c. Doctor of Ministry applicants must submit all of the above application materials along with a resume that includes both educational and professional experience.