Step ONE: Create an account and complete an application.

Step TWO: Submit the following supplemental items:

• Completed Application
• $40 Application Fee
• Church Statement
• Character References: Pastor + 1 Other
• Immunizations + TB Form
• Background Check
• Copy of official transcript

*You may be asked to submit additional supplemental items if needed.

Eligibility Requirements

1. Earned a high school diploma or its equivalent.
2. Been a Christian for a minimum of one year.
3. Be recommended by a local church.

Explanations and Instructions

1. Application and application fee: $40
2. Church Statement: The Church Statement should be given to one of your pastors or church eaders. The form should be signed and dated appropriately. The Church Reference is an affirmation from your church about God's call on your life to serve in ministry and their support of you studying for ministry.
3. Character References: The references are electronic forms which you will send to those recommending you for study at Leavell College. You can also include a note, if needed. Upon receipt, your reference will complete the form and then submit it electronically. No physical paperwork or letter required! The character reference must not be a family member, be involved in ministry (preferred, not required), must have known the applicant for over a year.
4. Proof of Immunizations: The Proof of Immunizations is filled out by your primary care physician. Students who are taking classes in a classroom setting in the state of Louisiana are required to show they have received the MMR vaccination at some point in their life, the Tetanus shot within the last ten years, and the TB skin test within the last year. Each is listed on the Proof of Immunizations form. There is an option to request exemption, in which, the section on the immunization form needs to be completed. The TB form is still required if exemption is pursued.
5. Background Check: The link to the background check is found in your online application portal. Each student must go through CastleBranch for a background check. Other background checks will not be accepted. The cost of the background check is $29.00.
6. Official Transcript: A copy your high school diploma or transcript and either upload it to your online application folder or send it to Leavell College via email, fax, or postal service. If you have attended college before, an official college transcript will suffice for your admission. They can be sent to leavelladmissions@nobts.edu . For a transcript to be official, it must be either:
   • Be sent directly from the university to our office, whether by email or postal service, or:
   • Sent by you through the postal service but still in the unopened, officially sealed envelope.
   Transcripts will not automatically be evaluated for transfer credit. Contact the Admissions office to inquire about this process.

*Additional items you may be asked to submit including divorce documents, counselor's statements, and proof of naturalization.

Step ONE: Create an account and complete an application.

Step TWO: Submit the following supplemental items:

• Completed Application
• $40 Application Fee
• Church Statement
• Character References: Pastor + 1 Other
• Immunizations + TB Form
• Background Check
• Copy of official transcript

*You may be asked to submit additional supplemental items if needed.

Eligibility Requirements

1. Must have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
2. Been a Christian for a minimum of one year.
3. Be recommended by a local church.

Explanations and Instructions

1. Application and application fee: $40
2. Church Statement: The Church Statement should be given to one of your pastors or church eaders. The form should be signed and dated appropriately. The Church Reference is an affirmation from your church about God's call on your life to serve in ministry and their support of you studying for ministry.
3. Character References: The references are electronic forms which you will send to those recommending you for study at Leavell College. You can also include a note, if needed. Upon receipt, your reference will complete the form and then submit it electronically. No physical paperwork or letter required! The character reference must not be a family member, be involved in ministry (preferred, not required), must have known the applicant for over a year.
4. Proof of Immunizations: The Proof of Immunizations is filled out by your primary care physician. Students who are taking classes in a classroom setting in the state of Louisiana are required to show they have received the MMR vaccination at some point in their life, the Tetanus shot within the last ten years, and the TB skin test within the last year. Each is listed on the Proof of Immunizations form. There is an option to request exemption, in which, the section on the immunization form needs to be completed. The TB form is still required if exemption is pursued.
5. Background Check: The link to the background check is found in your online application portal. Each student must go through CastleBranch for a background check. Other background checks will not be accepted. The cost of the background check is $29.00.
6. Official Transcript:An official college transcript will suffice for your admission. They can be sent to leavelladmissions@nobts.edu . For a transcript to be official, it must be either:
   • Be sent directly from the university to our office, whether by email or postal service, or:
   • Sent by you through the postal service but still in the unopened, officially sealed envelope.
   Transcripts will not automatically be evaluated for transfer credit. Contact the Admissions office to inquire about this process.
7. Conversion & Call: Please type out your answers to the following questions and upload or send to your Admissions Counselor!

*Additional items you may be asked to submit including divorce documents, counselor's statements, and proof of naturalization.

Step ONE: Create an account and complete an application.

Step TWO: Submit the following supplemental items:

• Completed Application
• $40 Application Fee
• Church Statement
• Statement of Call and Purpose
• Character References: Pastor, Academic, and Character
• Immunizations + TB Form
• Background Check
• Copy of official transcript
• Supervisor checklist
• Graduate Paper

*You may be asked to submit additional supplemental items if needed.

Step THREE: Complete the entrance exam.

If you are applying for the Fall term this will be scheduled after February 1. If you are applying for the Spring term this will be scheduled after September 1.

Step FOUR: Interview with the division.

Explanations and Instructions

1. Application and application fee: $40
2. Church Statement: The Church Statement should be given to one of your pastors or church eaders. The form should be signed and dated appropriately. The Church Reference is an affirmation from your church about God's call on your life to serve in ministry and their support of you studying for ministry.
3. Character References: The references are electronic forms which you will send to those recommending you for study at Leavell College. You can also include a note, if needed. Upon receipt, your reference will complete the form and then submit it electronically. No physical paperwork or letter required! The character reference must not be a family member, be involved in ministry (preferred, not required), must have known the applicant for over a year.
4. Proof of Immunizations: The Proof of Immunizations is filled out by your primary care physician. Students who are taking classes in a classroom setting in the state of Louisiana are required to show they have received the MMR vaccination at some point in their life, the Tetanus shot within the last ten years, and the TB skin test within the last year. Each is listed on the Proof of Immunizations form. There is an option to request exemption, in which, the section on the immunization form needs to be completed. The TB form is still required if exemption is pursued.
5. Background Check: The link to the background check is found in your online application portal. Each student must go through CastleBranch for a background check. Other background checks will not be accepted. The cost of the background check is $29.00.
6. Official Transcript:An official college transcript will suffice for your admission. They can be sent to doctoraladmissions@nobts.edu . For a transcript to be official, it must be either:
   • Be sent directly from the university to our office, whether by email or postal service, or:
   • Sent by you through the postal service but still in the unopened, officially sealed envelope.
   Transcripts will not automatically be evaluated for transfer credit. Contact the Admissions office to inquire about this process.
7. Entrance Exam: The academic division will schedule the entrance exam for all applicants after the application deadline. Entrance exams are are required for all majors except Counselor Education and Supervision.
8. Interview with Division: After completing the entrance exam, the division of your proposed area of study will schedule interviews with each applicant. All applicants are required to come to campus for the interview (exceptions may be made on a case-by-case basis). You will be asked about your reasons for pursuing a PhD, research interests, and recent academic preparations and readings in your proposed field of study. Other concerns may be addressed in order for the faculty to ascertain your potential for advanced studies.

Applicants for the Doctor of DMin or DEdMin should:

• Have a Master of Arts degree or an MDiv from a theological institution. Applicants with degrees from a non-accredited school may be considered on a case-by-case evaluation.
• Substantial Ministry Experience - Normally, full-time vocational ministry experience of at least three years is the minimum requirement. Exceptions can be made considering a combination of age, part-time and/or co-vocational ministry, and combined length and scope of service.
• Applicant must be currently serving in a permanent vocational ministry position.
• For further questions, contact doctoraladmissions@nobts.edu

Submit the following items:

• Completed Application
• $40 Application Fee
• Church Statement
• Statement of Call and Purpose
• Character References: Pastor, Academic, and Character
• Immunizations + TB Form
• Background Check
• Copy of official transcript
• Graduate Paper
• Autobiographical essay
• Spiritual maturity inventory
• Resume
• Phone Interview*

*This will be scheduled by the doctoral admissions counselor after all materials have been submitted.

DEdMin Prerequisites: 

Admission to the DEdMin degree requires a ministry-related or professional master's degree from an accredited institution degree or supplemental transcripts should include hours in biblical and theological studies, organizational leadership and administration, instructional theory and practice, and/or educational foundations. Applicants with degrees from a non-accredited school may be considered on a case-by-case evaluation.

• Applicants may be required to complete additional studies for admission or take proficiency seminars as part of the degree program.
• Applicants will be evaluated according to specific submitted documents (i.e. GPA, Graded research paper, Entrance Interview, Ministry Experience, and Spiritual Maturity)
• DEdMin program details click here .

DMin Prerequisites:

• An MDiv (Master of Divinity) degree from an ATS accredited college, university, or seminary, or master’s degree in a ministry-related area of an ATS accredited college, university or seminary and demonstrate proficiency. .
• Applicants with degrees from a non-accredited school may be considered on a case-by-case evaluation.
• For DMin programs and specializations, click here.
• Applicants who have a conferred Masters of Arts or Master of Divinity from an ATS accredited institution may qualify for advanced standing and have two proficiency seminars waived.

Applicants for the Doctor of Education should:

Possess a theological, ministerial or professional degree (or equivalent) from an accredited institution. Transcripts must include hours in biblical and theological studies, organizational leadership/administration, instructional theory and practice, and educational foundations. Students may be required to complete additional seminars during program of study.

Submit the following items:

• Completed Application
• $40 Application Fee
• Church Statement
• Statement of Call and Purpose
• Character References: Pastor, Academic, and Character
• Immunizations + TB Form
• Background Check
• Copy of official transcript
• Graduate Paper
• Resume
• Entrance exam*

*This will be provided by the doctoral admissions counselor during the application process.

Applicants for the Doctor of Musical Arts should:

Possess a theological, ministerial or professional degree (or equivalent) from an accredited institution. Transcripts must include hours in biblical and theological studies, organizational leadership/administration, instructional theory and practice, and educational foundations. Students may be required to complete additional seminars during program of study.

Submit the following items:

• Completed Application
• $40 Application Fee
• Church Statement
• Statement of Call and Purpose
• Character References: Pastor, Academic, and Character
• Immunizations + TB Form
• Background Check
• Copy of official transcript
• GRE
• Graduate Paper
• Entrance interview*

*This will be scheduled by the doctoral admissions counselor after all materials have been submitted.