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Next Steps

Richmont’s Admission Process

All applications to Richmont are reviewed by the Admissions Committee on a rolling basis. The Committee reviews all applications from a holistic approach taking all aspects of the application into consideration. If you have any questions, please contact our Admissions team.
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STEP 1

Attend an Admissions Event

Get to know Richmont through an admissions event! View our upcoming events below to register.

Preview Days

Preview Day introduces the School of Counseling and encompasses everything you need to know about the basics of the counseling program.

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Explore Richmont

Explore Richmont is an on-campus event that immerses prospective students in the School of Counseling experience through sitting in on a live class.

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Virtual Information Sessions

Virtual Information Sessions cover individual aspects of the School of Counseling, such as degree programs, graduate certificates, or scholarships.

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Virtual Open Houses

Virtual Open Houses showcase the School of Ministry and are focused on either the Master’s or Doctoral programs.

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Informational Dinners

Information Dinners present the Doctor of Ministry at an in-person dinner.

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STEP 2

Choose Your Program of Study

Richmont’s training occurs within the context of a structured curriculum and supervisory relationships and is designed to equip graduates to facilitate spiritual growth, mental health, and relational healing.

School of

Counseling

Integrate counselor education and Christian faith with a committment to academic and clinical excellence Visit Admissions through educating counselors to be spiritually sensitive practitioners.

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School of

Ministry

Advance the Gospel of Christ by increasing the capacities of students to understand God’s Word (Knowing), to become whole and holy people (Being), and to lead and serve effectively (Doing).

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STEP 3

Review the Admissions Requirements

Please review the specific requirements for your desired program.

  • School of Counseling application form with a $50 nonrefundable application fee (payable online)
  • One official transcript from each college attended
  • Two completed reference forms. These include one character reference and one reference from a former professor/recent employer.
  • A professional essay
  • A resume of vocational experience
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  • School of Ministry application form with a $50 nonrefundable application fee (payable online)
  • One essay response
  • One ministry reference
  • A resume with education, work, and volunteer experience
  • An official transcript from each college attended
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  • Doctor of Ministry application form with a $50 nonrefundable application fee (payable online)
  • An acknowledgment that the applicant has reviewed the Statement of Faith
  • A 40 hours Master’s degree with 11 hours of Bible and Theology in Ministry or a related field of study
  • Three completed reference forms:
    • Pastoral Reference
    • Character reference
    • Academic or professional reference
  • Resume
  • Academic Writing Sample
  • Personal Interview with the Dean of the School of Ministry and Program Director
  • A personal statement that outlines the applicant’s intent behind applying for the Doctor of Ministry at Richmont. Said application must be between 500 to 700 words typed, double-spaced.
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STEP 4

Submit Your Application

Get started on your path to becoming a Richmont student! If you have any questions when navigating the application process, contact the Admissions Team.

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Admission Deadlines

Richmont reviews applications on a “rolling basis.” This means that once you submit the application, we will review and let you know of a decision within approximately four weeks. As such, we encourage you to submit your application prior to the deadlines listed below. Applications may be accepted after the final deadline on a space-available basis only. Please contact the admissions office to discuss applying after the final deadline has passed.

Fall Semester & Fall
Half-Term I 		Fall Half-Term II
(Online campus only) 		Spring Semester
& Spring Half-Term I 		Spring Half-Term II
(Online campus only) 		Summer Semester

PRIORITY DEADLINE
March 1

SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE
May 1*

FINAL DEADLINE
July 1

PRIORITY DEADLINE
N/A

SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE
N/A

FINAL DEADLINE
September 1

PRIORITY DEADLINE
October 1

SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE
October 1*

FINAL DEADLINE
November 1

PRIORITY DEADLINE
N/A

SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE
N/A

FINAL DEADLINE
February 1

PRIORITY DEADLINE
N/A

SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE
N/A

FINAL DEADLINE
April 1

Paying for
Graduate School

We want to help you make the dream of attending Richmont a reality. Linked below, please find financial assistance opportunities that we offer to help make Richmont’s tuition affordable for those who otherwise might not be able to attend.

What to Expect
After You Apply

Timelines vary based on the point in the admissions cycle, but applicants can expect to hear back from an admissions counselor within four weeks of submitting applications.
Accepted applicants will receive an email from the director of admissions in addition to a formal letter of acceptance in the mail.
Each applicant is assigned an admissions counselor who will connect if additional information or documentation is needed.