Three steps begin your journey toward the MA in Mental Health and Ministry program at Fuller: (1) familiarize yourself with the program, (2) learn about admission requirements, and (3) submit your application.
MAMHM ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
What are the requirements to be a candidate for admission to Fuller Theological Seminary's MA in Mental Health and Ministry program?
ALL APPLICANTS
- Application for Admission - Complete and submit the Application for Admission
- Reference Forms
- Within the Application for Admission, you will be prompted to list two references:
- You must provide one (1) reference from a church/ministry leader AND
- one (1) reference that is either from an academic or professional mentor who has known you for at least one year.
- Within the Application for Admission, you will be prompted to list two references:
- Essay Responses - You will be asked to upload and submit your essay response to the following prompt below into the application portal.
- MAMHM Statement of Purpose: Describe what draws you to Fuller Theological Seminary and to the MAMHM degree program, and how this aligns with your Christian journey so far, and your current understanding of your Christian calling and participation in God’s mission in the world. In your response, please specifically discuss your prior and planned ministry (or experience) in the area of mental health. (450-650 words)
- 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 MAMHM program through an alternative process. Click here for more information.
- 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.
- 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, please click here for English language requirements.
PAYING FOR GRAD SCHOOL
Attending seminary is an investment in your future. We want to help you see more concretely what it costs to pursue a degree at Fuller, as well as the kinds of support available to you to potentially offset that cost. Click here to find average tuition for each of our programs, a cost estimator to help you calculate your approximate total expenses, and several questions and answers about your financial aid options with links to more information.
APPLICATION DEADLINES
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International Students Admissions Deadlines
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Summer 2026 Masters Application Deadline
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Fall 2026 Masters Application Deadline
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COMPLETE AND SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION
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