Admission FAQs
Q: Do I need an undergraduate major in theology or religion to attend UGST?
A: No, most of our students did not major in theology or religion for their undergraduate work. Some of their undergraduate majors include Biology, Mathematics, Human Resources, and Music.
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Q: Is any financial aid available?
A: UGST offers numerous scholarships and work-study opportunities. You can view these under Financial Aid in the Admissions section. Students are also eligible for federal student loans.
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Q: Is housing provided at UGST?
A: Urshan Graduate School of Theology does not provide housing for students. Upon request the admissions office offers assistance in locating affordable housing.
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Q: How does UGST cooperate across organizational lines?
A: UGST is owned and operated by the United Pentecostal Church International. Our purpose is to serve not only men and women from the UPCI, but the larger apostolic movement as well. We currently have students from other apostolic organizations.
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Q: What opportunities are available for UGST graduates before the school is accredited?
A: At this time three accredited seminaries have given us letters of equivalency, which state that they will accept our credits. This in itself could be seen as a form of de facto accreditation. UGST has been accepted as a Candidate member of the Association of Theological Schools (ATS) . This is known as pre-accreditation. UGST anticipates that it will be able to reach full accreditation by 2010. UGST students currently qualify for federal loans and the school will qualify for foundation funding.
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Q: What options are available for international students?
A: International students have the option of being an on campus or distance learning student. International students are accepted at Urshan Graduate School of Theology. We have approval from the US Immigration and Naturalization Services to issue the I-20.
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Q: What should I do if I do not have an accredited Bachelor degree?
A: While UGST can accept a few students without an accredited baccalaureate, the number is limited. UGST does, however, offer some advice in finding ways to obtain an accredited bachelor degree as quickly as possible. Contact the Admissions office for further details.
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