We invite you to fill out an online application to our program! Written applications are available upon request by phone or email. All applications must be submitted with a non-refundable fee of $40 per application.
The following should be submitted to FBS after you complete your online application:
FBS still has some Faith Church internship positions available for qualified candidates, please apply by September 1, 2024
Applicants must possess an earned bachelor's degree or its equivalent from an accredited college or university, with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 (on a 4.0 scale). If you do not have a bachelor’s degree, please see the No Bachelors Special Requirements section below.
Please note, FBS only accepts applicant into the MDiv program once every three years
Each FBS student is expected to maintain 1 Timothy 3:1-7 character throughout his time as a student.
Each FBS student is expected to be relatively debt-free before entering the seminary and upon graduation. Each applicant will be examined on an individual basis as to his indebtedness.
No FBS student will be participating in outside employment (unless a special exception is granted) since he will be working full-time (half-time student, half-time intern).
Each FBS student will be required to have a laptop capable of wireless internet and also have the Logos Bible Software (Platinum Edition). Other software that is required is current version of Windows operating system and the Microsoft Office Suite. An Apple computer is also acceptable with the corresponding software.
It cannot be stressed enough that students will be carrying a significant academic load and also a significant ministry load year-round. This program IS NOT for students who are prone to laziness. Just as students going in to medical fields face a highly rigorous training environment, students entering into full-time vocational ministry for our Lord should not expect less. The student is expected to be diligent and disciplined in his work, studies, and service. A mentality of working diligently for six days and resting one is the standard. Problems or struggles in priorities regarding family life, academics, or internship should be addressed quickly through biblical communication with the appropriate individuals. Students will receive breaks between semesters in which to schedule personal vacation time (two weeks per year). The following national holidays will also be recognized: New Years Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. During the rest of the year students will be bearing a load that will require between 50-60 hours per week of work.
Students who have been granted the privilege of receiving a paid three year internship and free tuition should not enter into this arrangement lightly. Ultimately, the working members of each partnering local church have provided the funding for this educational opportunity. Thus, for those students who are provided with a three year internship, a three year commitment is expected and required. Only in extreme circumstances, in consultation with the seminary and the intern’s overseeing church, should this commitment be broken. Faith Church paid interns who break the commitment may incur a financial penalty for the resources invested. See specific Faith Church contract details.
FBS allows 10% of its total student body to participate in the MDiv program without holding a bachelor’s degree. If the student does not hold a bachelor’s degree extra consideration will be given to the potential student’s ministry experience.
Students without any bachelor’s credits must complete the application process minus sending FBS their transcripts.
When a student not holding a bachelor’s degree completes the MDiv program after having been accepted for admission, they will earn a Master of Divinity. In addition to the normal requirements, students with no bachelor’s degree will be reviewed on the below criteria,