Application

Fill out the form below to begin your application to Bethlehem College and Seminary.

Completing the initial step will take less than 10 minutes.

Personal Information

First Name (Legal) *

Preferred First Name *

Middle Name *

Last Name *

Suffix (if applicable)

Gender *

Date Of Birth *

Contact Information

Phone *

Email *

Address

Street Address *

City *

State *

Country *

Postal Code *

Personal Information

How did you first hear about Bethlehem College and Seminary? *

Are you related to a Bethlehem student or a Bethlehem/TBI *

What is your t-shirt size? *

Citizenship Information

Are you a United States citizen or permanent resident (green card holder)? *

Are you Hispanic or Latino? (This information is only used for reporting purposes and not for admissions decisions.)

Please select one or more of the following races. (This information is only used for reporting purposes and not for admissions decisions.) *

City of Permanent Residence *

State of Permanent Residence *

Country of Permanent Residence *

International Student Information

What is your country of citizenship? *

Are you currently living in the United States? *

Are you currently on DACA status? *

Are you currently in the process of applying for U.S. citizenship? *

Are you currently in the process of applying for a permanent residency (a green card)? *

English Language Requirements

What is your level of education? *

What language(s) did you complete your education in? *

What language(s) are spoken in your home? *

If English is not your first language or considered your native speaking language, we will need to assess your English proficiency through one of the following tests:

TOEFL - minimum test score of 90 out of 120

IELTS - Minimum score of Band 7

Applicants who do not meet the minimum cores are automatically denied admission due to the academic rigor of our programs in reading and writing.

Have you taken/plan to take the TOEFL or IELTS? *

International Financial Requirements

The cost of attendance at Bethlehem College and Seminary after The Serious Joy Scholarship for single international students is approximately $29,220/year. This estimate includes tuition and fees, books and supplies, health insurance, and living expenses and miscellaneous items. It does not include travel expenses or visa paperwork.
International applicants must supply proof of financial support to cover the total cost of their degree by March 1 of their matriculation year, prior to receiving an admissions decision.
Bethlehem College and Seminary does not offer additional financial assistance to international applicants.

Are you able to meet these financial requirements in the timeframes described? *

International Statement of Understanding

Please read the statements below carefully before adding your signature at the bottom of this document. Please note, this is an official and binding statement of understanding between Bethlehem College and Seminary and the applicant which signifies the total agreement of the applicant to all provisions listed below. This form must be completed and received at Bethlehem College and Seminary before you will be considered for admission.

I understand that Bethlehem College and Seminary is a Christian College, affiliated with Bethlehem Baptist Church, and I agree to abide by the rules and regulations of the institution.
I understand that I must submit with my application a non-refundable, one-time only application fee of $40.00USD.
I understand that if I have obtained a bachelor degree outside of the United States, Bethlehem accepts evaluations from the following organizations: World Education Services (www.wes.org ); AACRAO International Educational Services (http://ies.aacrao.org ); Educational Credential Evaluators (http://www.ece.org ). I acknowledge that I will be responsible for any evaluation fees. I agree that the official evaluation will be forwarded to Bethlehem College and Seminary. I understand that if I am applying to a graduate program, I must have obtained the equivalency of a U.S. bachelor’s degree, as determined by the official evaluation described above. I understand that if I am applying to an undergraduate program, I must have obtained the equivalency of a U.S. high school diploma.
I understand that if English is not my first language or if I have not attended a college in the United States, I am required to take the Test of English Language (TOEFL) with a minimum score of 90, or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with a minimum score of 7 and have the official scores sent to the Office of Admissions.
I understand I will have to pay a one-time fee of $350.00 USD (via www.fmjifee.com) to the Department of Homeland Security for the operational costs of the Student Visa and Exchange Visitor Information Systems (SEVIS). Payment must be completed after receiving my I-20 in order to make the required interview appointment at the Embassy. This must be completed prior to admittance at www.fmjifee.com.
I understand that if accepted, I must pay an enrollment deposit of $2000.00 USD. The deposit is refundable if I do not receive a visa. Payment may be made by credit card, wire transfer, or other forms of certified payment. I understand that this deposit will be applied to my tuition if I am accepted.
I understand that if I am applying to the Master of Divinity program and have not completed the Greek prerequisites, I must arrive in Minneapolis, MN by early July to enroll in the summer Greek intensive course. I will take a Greek entrance exam if I have studied Greek.
I understand that I must attend orientation for new students which takes place during the third week of August, typically on a Tuesday.
I understand that I am responsible for the direct cost of my education if I have not received a scholarship, financial assistance, or sponsor support. I understand I am responsible for any expenses related to traveling to or from the United States. I acknowledge that tuition, room and board at Bethlehem College and Seminary is approximately $29,900 each academic year for a single student, and is subject to increase each year. I understand that this figure increases to $39,700 when I bring my spouse and more if I have children.
I understand that I am responsible for paying the total cost of tuition each semester in advance (a payment plan is not available).
I understand that as an F-1 student I can only work on-campus (if a job is available). I cannot work off-campus until the second year with the approval from the United States Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS). Off-campus employment is only available to F-1 students who have completed at least one full academic year of their program of study, and who have an economic hardship that qualifies for the Department of Homeland Security’s emergent circumstances.
I understand that I must purchase and maintain health insurance while enrolled at Bethlehem College and Seminary. I understand that I will need to show proof of my policy prior to the beginning of classes.
I understand that I am not allowed to request funds from churches or organizations in the United States.
I understand that after graduation, I will return to my home country.

Signing below represents the applicant's agreement to the provisions listed above. *

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Enrollment Information

What program are you applying for? *

What is your desired year of enrollment? *

In 100 words or less, please share why you are interesed in applying to Bethlehem College and Seminary and how the program you selected meets your specific academic and personal goals. Please include any other factors in your decision to apply. *

Have you ever been refused admissions, suspended, have your enrollment terminated, or asked to withdraw by any college/university? *

Are you applying to other schools? *

Program Information

Which undergraduate degree are you applying for? *

Which statement best describes your academic status? *

High School Information

High School Graduation Year *

What is the name of the high school you did/will graduate from? *

What type of high school did/will you graduate from? *

What is the location of the high school you did/will graduate from? *

If you attended multiple high school institutions, please list their names, types, and locations below.

Bethlehem College requires applicants to submit a standardized test score such as the SAT, ACT, or CLT. However, this requirement may be waived for applicants who have completed 24 or more college credits. Please select the option that best describes you below. *

Post-Secondary Education Information

Have you earned any post-secondary credit (College, PSEO, dual-enrollment, AP, etc.)? *

Do you consider your academic record to be an accurate picture of your academic abilities? *

Which graduate degree are you applying for? *

Program Information

Which seminary degree are you applying for? *

Greek Coursework Requirement:

Applicants for the Master of Divinity (M.Div) program must complete Greek coursework prior to the Fall semester. M.Div. students with no prior Greek training are required to take Beginning Greek 1 as a summer intensive course in July–August before their first semester. M.Div. students with prior formal Greek training may test out of this summer intensive course according to our Graduate Language Competency Policy in the academic catalog.

Education Information

List all institutions where you completed undergraduate coursework. *

Degree *

Graduation Date *

Do you consider your college records to be an accurate picture of your academic abilities? *

Family Information

Marital Status *

Maiden Name (if applicable)

Does your family/spouse have any reservations concerning your desire to attend Bethlehem? *

Do you have any children? *

Parent or Guardian Information

Parent or legal guardian information is required for all students under the age of 25. If one or both of your parents or legal guardians is deceased, please mark "deceased" in their name field and "n/a" in following fields.

We understand that some family circumstances may not exactly fit the parameters listed below, and that—in some cases—it may be unhelpful or harmful to contact parents of students. If you have concerns with Bethlehem contacting your parents for any reason, or have any notes to explain your family context further, please note them below.

Age *

Church Information

Where do you attend church? *

In which city is your church located? *

In which state is your church located? *

Church Denomination *

What is the name of your pastor? *

Church Involvement *

Since when have you been involved? *

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Contact

Bethlehem College and Seminary

720 13th Avenue South

Minneapolis, MN 55415-1793

Email: [email protected]

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Phone: 612-887-9400

720 13th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55415, USA