Houston Bible Seminary

Admissions Requirements

  • Application Form
  • $10 non-refundable Application Fee
  • Undergraduate/baccalaureate degree
  • The M.Div. requires a cumulative GPA of 2.75/4.0 
  • Official transcripts from all schools where classes were taken for more than one semester

    • Personal history essay (750-1000 words) answering following questions.
    • Share your testimony starting with how you met Jesus Christ.
    • Talk about your growth since that time and what brings you to apply to seminary at this season in your life.
    • Include your thoughts on how you would like to see your faith grow during your time in seminary.
    • What draws you to your desired major/area of study?
    • What is your intended outcome upon degree completion?
    • Why is that career or ministry choice meaningful to you?
    • Discuss a local, national, and/or international issue and why you are passionate about it.
  1. Three required references (references cannot be related to applicant) Three references completed, including a pastoral reference (required).
  2. Laity or personal acquaintances are accepted.
  3. Professor or any form the academic setting is recommended.
  4. Background Check
  5. A personal interview may be required upon request by the Admissions Committee