Anyone ages 18 and over is welcome to apply to Tucson Theological Seminary for a seminary degree or diploma. TTS graduates qualify for ordination with American Evangelistic Association, however must be 21 years of age for ordination. Students seeking licensure and ordination with any other denomination must establish a relationship of candidacy with that denomination's ordaining body. Each denomination will have its own standards for acceptance into candidate status along with expectations and requirements of candidates before final approval for licensure and ordination. Students are welcome to coordinate these requirements with field placement and internship assignments during their seminary program at TTS. Tucson Theological Seminary is an inter-denominational seminary and we have had students from Nazarene, Baptist, Assemblies of God, Catholic, Calvary Chapel, Disciples of Christ and various independent and non-denominational churches attend our seminary.

Students are admitted to the seminary through the Admission department. Application for enrollment in a specific program of study requires submission of an Application Form (found in the Application Packet) accompanied with the appropriate registration fee.

Step One: Enroll Here - Application Packet

E-Z payments may be made through the mail or via PayPal, Visa, MasterCard or Discover at the TTS Bookstore.

Step Two: Have your transcripts mailed to the seminary using our Transcript Request Form

The following factors are considered for admission: reference letters, the prospective student’s written personal testimony, and a pre-admission interview conducted by the Admission department. Students applying for admission into academic programs must read the TTS Student Handbook indicating that they understand and accept all the conditions, including fee, payment and refund guidelines and institutional policies governing academic requirements and standards.

After receiving the student's application, the Admission department reviews the application and makes sure all the proper forms are submitted.

Applicants should begin the application procedure 2 months before the time of anticipated enrollment. Although late applicants will be considered, they put themselves at a disadvantage with regard to both the process and requests for seminary information, financial aid, and course availability.

Admission department will provide assistance and guidance through the admissions process as requested.

Please return Application to:

Admission
Tucson Theological Seminary
7635 La Cholla Blvd. PMB #132
Tucson, Arizona 85741

For further information please contact us through our Contact page.

The Admission department will act on an applicant's file when the following items have been received:

1. The completed application form and registration fee.
2. An testimony statement which includes reference to the applicant's personal faith and experience and a statement of the applicant's reasons for seeking theological education, etc. A brief statement of applicants current life – married or single, working, education, ministry, etc. Anything that you think would help us to get to know you better.
3. Transcript(s) of all GED, high school and college academic work, certificates, awards, ministry diplomas…
4. Two references. Reference forms are included with the Application Packet. These references should include the pastor of the applicant's home congregation and one other reference - a faculty member or adviser in college (someone who can speak to the applicant's academic ability), or a member of the applicant's congregation, employer but not a family member.
5. A recent photograph if you are attending as an Online Student.

Step Three: Once an applicant has been offered admission, they must indicate their acceptance of admission and their intention to begin studies at the seminary by emailing their acceptance to enrollment.

Tucson Theological Seminary welcomes qualified students from outside the USA to its seminary programs. Because Tucson Theological Seminary values voices from around the world, TTS will draw applicants from all continents and seeks to admit a diverse group of international Christian students each year. TTS offers both graduate and non-graduate classes in Christian studies.

Once admitted, we ask that all students respect the doctrinal position of Tucson Theological Seminary which can be found at www.aeaministries.org.

International Admission and Matriculation Process
All international applicants must complete the application for admission 2 months in advance and be admitted by the Admission department. Students will be required to have a personal interview via the phone or internet.

If admitted to Tucson Theological Seminary:

    * Students must show that he or she has sufficient understanding of the English language to take classes and to be able to translate their documents into English for grading.
    * Students must show that he or she has sufficient understanding of computers to be able to meet the seminary requirements found on the TECHNOLOGY page.
    * Students MUST be Bible believing Christians, practicing their faith, accepting the Apostles Creed and have a desire to spread the Word of God in their calling.

Non-Matriculating Students for Auditing Classes

Non-Matriculating Students are those who wish to take courses for personal interest or enrichment without working towards a Certificate, Diploma or Degree. Tucson Theological Seminary has adopted a classroom policy which allows students to take classes on a non-matriculating enrichment basis at the seminary.

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Field Experience

Practicum Experience
In the last semester of a program, students will complete one practicum. A practicum is defined as hours of experience in hands-on service to or direct observation of ministry. A practicum generally fall into one of the six primary roles of ministry:

    * Pastoral Counseling
    * Ministry
    * Preaching
    * Christian Teaching
    * Community Service
    * Evangelism/Missions

Internship
During the semesters of the program, students may enroll in seminary internship. Internships are designed to gain hands-on practice in ministerial roles. Internship approval is based on three criteria:

   1. The internship activities must demonstrate mastery in at least one ministry role.
   2. The internship activities must integrate the learnings in application to ministry.
   3. The internship must involve hands-on service in at least one ministry role.

Monitoring Process
The Seminary Program has specific expectations regarding the development of the student and has guidelines and policies pertaining to continuation in the program and to withdrawal, removal and reinstatement in the program. This information is available in the Student Handbook and is supplied to all applicants. Students who are found not complying with Student Code and Conduct will be asked to leave and may return upon the approval of Administration.

Exit Interviews and Recommendation
As the student approaches graduation, the student must:

    * Complete an Exit Interview arranged with the seminary.
    * Receive his/her letter of recommendation
    * Complete the Graduation Packet

Additional Seminary Requirements
TTS require students to achieve a satisfactory grade point average of 2.5. All other seminary academic requirements (such as Bible Languages or Homiletics) are satisfied by completing the speech assignments correctly and with proper delivery.

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