We look forward to receiving your application and working with you throughout the admissions process.
Please note the application deadlines for each semester’s start and give yourself plenty of time to complete and submit your application. Questions? We are more than happy to talk with you at any time! You can always reach us at candleradmissions@emory.edu or (404) 727-6326.
Master of Divinity and Master of Theological Studies applicants who apply by the November 1 early action deadline can expect to receive an admission decision by December 15. Plus, you will still be considered for the Woodruff Fellowships and Dean and Faculty Scholarships in January and February.
Master of Divinity, Master of Theological Studies, and Master of Religious Leadership applicants who apply by the January 15 priority deadline can expect to receive an admission decision by March 1.
Spring admission is open to Master of Divinity, Master of Religious Leadership, Master of Religion and Public Life, and Non-Degree applicants who apply by the December 1 deadline.
Non-Degree applicants interested in summer admission must apply by May 1.
After the priority deadline and with the exception of the Doctor of Ministry program, offers of admission are made on a rolling basis, with decisions released monthly.
Priority and Final Deadlines
| Program | Priority Deadline | Final Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Master of Divinity | January 15 | July 1 |
| Master of Religious Leadership | January 15 | July 1 |
| Master of Theological Studies (MTS) | January 15 | July 1 |
| Master of Theology (ThM) | February 15 | July 1 |
| Doctor of Ministry (DMin) | March 1 | July 1 |
| Master of Religion and Public Life | n/a | July 1 |
| Non-Degree Students | n/a | July 1 |
| Readmission | n/a | July 1 |
| Program | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Master of Divinity | December 1 |
| Master of Religious Leadership | December 1 |
| Master of Religion and Public Life | December 1 |
| Non-Degree Students | December 1 |
| Readmission | December 1 |
| Program | Priority Fall Deadline | Final Fall Deadline | Spring Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Divinity | January 15 | May 15 | October 15 |
| Master of Religious Leadership | January 15 | May 15 | October 15 |
| Master of Theological Studies | January 15 | May 15 | n/a |
| Master of Theology | February 15 | May 15 | n/a |
| Doctor of Ministry | March 1 | May 15 | n/a |
| Master of Religion and Public Life | n/a | May 15 | October 15 |
Are you interested in readmission to Candler?
Please contact the Candler Office of Admissions and Financial Aid at candleradmissions@emory.edu or (404) 727-6326 for detailed steps on the readmission process.