Special Admission Classifications
Provisional Status
Provisional admission to the D.Min. program may be granted in cases where the applicant has met all admission criteria but needs to complete additional master’s-level coursework. In most cases, these applicants will have completed a graduate degree in a non-theological discipline and be required to take 18 credits prior to starting the Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.) program.
Unclassified Doctoral Status
Non-degree, post-seminary persons, who are not matriculating at Northeastern Seminary or pursuing a D.Min. degree, may register for individual courses if they satisfy admission requirements for the D.Min. program under the “Unclassified Doctoral Student” status. The normal procedure concerning tuition would apply to these persons, and they would be expected to do the required coursework. This admission status is normally reserved for students seeking elective coursework for another D.Min. program or for personal growth after completing the D.Min. degree. Non-matriculated / visiting students are limited to two courses (6 credits).
Individual courses are open on a space-available basis, and with the approval of the professor. Contact the Admissions Office for further information. It is possible for a person who has taken D.Min. courses as an “Unclassified Doctoral Level Student” to petition to move into full D.Min. student status, but additional coursework may be required in some cases.