Welcome to the Erskine Seminary
Online Application process
Please be aware that your application will not be processed until all of the following has been completed:
1. Application Form: Complete each question applicable to you on our online application.
2. Essay: Type a two-page essay explaining why you desire to pursue a theological degree and email it to
etsadmissioins@erskine.edu. Be sure your name is on your essay when you email it. If you choose to mail your application instead of apply online, please be sure to include your essay with your application.
3. Application Fee: Submit a $35.00 non-refundable application fee online by credit card at the end of the Online Application. If you choose to mail an application instead of apply online, you must include a check or money order for $35 to pay your non-refundable application fee.
4. Recommendation Letters: Two recommendation letters are required (family/spouse may not be used); one from your minister, from a college professor or supervisor, and/or one general reference. Please note that your general reference must be completed by someone who has known you for more than three years. Fill in the names, addresses, and phone numbers on each form. Distribute the recommendation letters to your references to complete and return to the Admissions Office. Download the forms
here.
5. Academic Transcripts: Request official transcripts from all colleges and graduate schools where you earned a degree. The transcripts should be submitted directly to the Admissions Office.
Notice: Entrance Postponement: If you choose to delay entrance more than one year, you will be required to repeat the application process in its entirety.