ALL APPLICANTS

• Application for Admission
  • Complete and submit the Application for Admission
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• Reference Forms - Within the Application for Admission, you will be prompted to list three references:
  • You must provide one (1) reference from a pastor or denominational leader AND two (2) references that are either academic or professional. One of the three references must be from someone in the field of justice and advocacy work.
• Essay Responses - Once you have completed the Application for Admission, you will be prompted to upload and submit your essay responses to the following questions into the application portal.
  • Religious Autobiography - Reflect on your past Christian experience, including the most significant spiritual event/influence in your life, the role of Christ in your religious experience, your involvement in Christian service, and your reason(s) for attending your church. (minimum 250 words; maximum 500 words)
  • Statement of Purpose - Why are you interested in Fuller Theological Seminary and this particular degree program? (minimum 250 words; maximum 500 words)
  • Statement of Calling to the work of Justice and Advocacy - At this point in your Christian journey, how do you envision your calling to God's mission in the world, specifically in the work of justice and advocacy? (minimum 250 words; maximum 500 words)
  • Resumé of Justice and Advocacy Experience - If applicable, provide a resumé listing your professional and volunteer experience in justice and advocacy. Please provide the name of the organization, title of your position, a brief description of duties, and years of experience. (One to three years of such experience suggested for MJA applicants.)
• Official Transcripts - Submit official transcripts from ALL post-secondary schools attended, including a transcript showing a bachelor's degree earned from an accredited institution, with a cumulative undergraduate grade point average of 2.7 or above.
  • All transcripts are evaluated in determining admission to Fuller master's degree programs.
  • If you do not currently hold an accredited bachelor's or master's degree or will not receive an accredited bachelor's or master's degree before the desired term of entry, you may be eligible to apply to the MJA program as a Special Student.
• Application Fee - A $75 non-refundable application fee is required for applicants applying online. You may pay your application fee online with a U.S. credit card, PayPal, check, money order, or international bank transfer.
• English Language Requirements - If you are interested in taking any classes in English and your native language is not English, you must meet this program's English language requirements.
• At the Admissions Committee's discretion, applicants may be required to interview with Masters of Arts in Justice & Advocacy Committee representatives.