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15 one of the exceptions listed below. Applicants hoping to pursue an exception will be asked to submit a statement explaining why they do not meet the minimum GPA requirement and may be asked to enter under one of the following exceptions: a. Enter as a non-degree student and complete predetermined courses with a minimum GPA requirement. Specific courses and GPA requirements are determined by the department chair of the program to which the student is interested in applying. b. Submit a Graduate Record Exam (GRE) with a minimum score of 146 verbal and 4 analytical. c. Complete at least fifteen hours of graduate work at an accredited institution with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Additional requirements for the Master of Theology program: 1. Hold a Master of Divinity degree or its equivalent or its MA equivalent from a regionally accredited institution. 2. Have at least a 3.0 (3.0 = B) graduate grade point average. 3. Biblical Language requirements: a. ThM (New Testament): three semesters of Greek and two semesters of Hebrew. b. ThM (Old Testament): three semesters of Hebrew and two semesters of Greek. c. ThM (Theology): no biblical languages requirement. Additional requirements for the Doctor of Ministry program: 1. Hold a master's degree from an accredited institution. 2. Have at least a 3.0 (3.0 = B) grade point average. 3. If the master's degree is not a Master of Divinity degree, pass an additional integrative essay assessing knowledge of the Bible, theology, and the practice of ministry. 4. Have at least three years of ministry leadership experience. 5. Currently be in a ministry context that allows for application of the concepts learned and doctoral research. Additional requirements for the Doctor of Philosophy in Counselor Education and Supervision: 1. Hold a 60-credit hour or more counseling master's degree from a CACREP or CORE institution, or its equivalent. All CACREP entry-level core and specialty area requirements must be met for full admission into the PhD CES program. 2. Have a master's GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) on all graduate work as verified by official transcripts. 3. Hold, or be eligible for, a professional counseling license in their state of residence. 4. Participation in an admissions interview. 5. One year of clinical experience, which may have been completed before or during the master's program. Non-degree Applicants Non-degree students are limited to fifteen semester hours of credit at the master's-level in their lifetime. Students who hold a Master of Theology degree may take up to nine semester hours of credit at the Master of Theology level as a non-degree student. Students who hold a master's degree may take up to nine semester hours of credit at the Doctor of Ministry level as a non-degree student. After that, they must be admitted into a degree program to continue taking classes. Individuals wishing to enroll in courses as a non-degree student must submit the following: 1. Student application for admission This is available online at www.denverseminary.edu (click on the "Apply" link). Carefully read the NAE Statement of Faith, Community Values and Behavioral Commitments, and the Student Handbook policies that govern student life at your location. Sign the application only if you can do so without mental reservation. By signing this form, you agree to abide by these standards and policies