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Choose your program below, check the deadline and document list, then continue to the seminary's online application. Application fees are non-refundable.

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Two Applications, One Seminary

Each program has its own online application, deadlines, and document checklist.

Master of Divinity program at Faith Bible Seminary
M.Div.

Master of Divinity

3 Years · 86 Credits · Pastoral Ministry

Who it's for

For men called to pastoral ministry whose gifts are recognized by their local church, ready for a full three-year commitment of study and church internship in the Lafayette area.

Next cohort: 2028

A new M.Div. cohort is admitted once every three years.

Faith Church internship applicants
September 1, 2027
All other applicants
July 1, 2028
Application fee $40 non-refundable

There is no interview step. Applicants must meet the character standards of 1 Timothy 3:1–7 and hold a 3.0 GPA.

What you'll need

  • Online application form
  • Personal testimony
  • Spouse's testimony (if applicable)
  • Ministry experience form
  • Three reference letters (addressing spiritual life)
  • Pastoral reference letter
  • Official bachelor's transcripts
  • English proficiency test (if applicable)
  • Church internship application (if applicable)
  • Church partnership application (if interning outside Faith Church)
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Master of Arts in Biblical Counseling at Faith Bible Seminary
M.A.B.C.

Master of Arts in Biblical Counseling

4–5 Years · 39 Credits · Counseling Ministry

Who it's for

For pastors, missionaries, and lay men and women who want accredited graduate training as biblical counselors — completed largely from home, with only five weeks on campus.

Two intakes each year

Decisions are made within 2–4 weeks of a complete application. Scholarship applications are due October 15.

Winter 2026–27 term
October 6, 2026
Spring 2027 term
March 23, 2027
Application fee $50 non-refundable

Prior biblical counseling training (BCTC, ACBC) is strongly encouraged; otherwise you complete it during your first year. A 3.0 GPA is required.

What you'll need

  • Completed online application form
  • Personal testimony
  • Spouse's personal testimony (if married)
  • Three letters of reference (addressing spiritual life)
  • One pastoral reference letter
  • Bachelor's degree transcripts
  • English proficiency test (if from a non-English-speaking country)
  • Video meeting with an admissions representative
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Full admission requirements, tuition and fees, English proficiency, transfer credit, and refund policies are on the Admissions page.

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Faith Bible Seminary
Northend Community Center, 2nd floor
2000 Elmwood Ave, Lafayette, IN 47904

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