Application Deadlines
We look forward to receiving your application and working with you throughout the admissions process. Be sure to note the application deadlines below 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 by emailing candleradmissions@emory.edu or by calling 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.
After the priority deadline and with the exception of the DMin program, offers of admission are made on a rolling basis, with decisions released monthly.
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 | Fall: July 1 | |
Non-Degree Students | Fall: July 1 | |
Readmission | Fall: 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 |
MDiv | January 15 | May 15 | October 15 |
MRL | January 15 | May 15 | October 15 |
MTS | January 15 | May 15 | Spring Admission not Available |
ThM | February 15 | May 15 | Spring Admission not Available |
DMin | March 1 | May 15 | Spring Admission not Available |
MRPL | N/A | May 15 | October 15 |
Non-Degree Students | May 1 |
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.