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20 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. A nonrefundable $45 application processing fee 3. Essays Carefully prepare two essays: (1) a biographical essay, and (2) a spiritual growth and development essay. These must be typed and demonstrate graduate-level writing skills. a. Biographical essay (500-700 word limit) Include, for example, significant and important persons and events, especially as they have impacted, or continue to impact, your personal growth and development. Describe your family of origin, current family relationships, and important and supportive social relationships. Address any major life challenges (such as job loss, trauma, divorce, death) and how you have dealt with (or are dealing with) them. b. Spiritual growth and development essay (500-700 word limit) Discuss your religious background and personal conversion experience. Include, for example, your call to ministry/vocation, ministry experiences, and church involvement and other things that have impacted your spiritual identity and growth. c. Master of Theology (ThM) Writing Sample (1,000-2,000 word limit) Applicants for the Th.M. 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 It could also be a published article or an unpublished essay.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). 4. Application for major, concentration, or track. 5. Three references At least one reference must be from a pastor or member of the church leadership team. All references must have known you for at least a year and should not be related to you. Th.M. applicants must submit one pastoral reference and two academic references. 6. Official transcripts A transcript is required from every college or university where a degree has been completed. They 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. 7. Doctor of Ministry applicants must submit all of the above application materials along with a resume that includes both educational and professional experience. Degree & GPA Requirements Applicants for master's-level programs must: 1. Hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university Students who lack a baccalaureate degree may qualify to apply for admission through the Undergraduate Degree Exemption (UDE) program. 2. Have at least a 2.5 (2.00 = C) undergraduate grade point average Applicants to the Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling or the Master of Arts program in the following major: Apologetics and Ethics, New Testament, Old Testament or Theology must have a 3.00 (B) undergraduate grade point average. For applicants who cannot meet this undergraduate standard, it may be possible to enter a degree or certificate program under one of the exceptions listed below. Contact an admissions counselor for more information about these exceptions: a. Enter as a non-degree student and complete predetermined courses with a minimum GPA re- quirement. 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.