Appendix A – PhD in Biblical Studies Program Application
Please print clearly and with black ink. Please enclose a $40 check for the non-refundable application fee.
Application Date ______________________
When do you anticipate beginning the PhD program? September 20________
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Name____________________________________________________________________ Last, First, Middle
Gender Male Female
Social Security No.________________________________________________
Birthdate ________/_________/_________ Birthplace (City/State)_______________________________
Street Address________________________________________________________________________
City_______________________________________ State__________ Zip________________________
Email Address _________________________ Home (_____) _____________ Cell (_____) ___________
Citizenship USA Other (Country) _____________________________________________________
If not a US citizen, what is your resident status (you must provide proof of status)?
Permanent Student Visa Resident Alien Other________________________________
Is English your first language? Yes No If no, what is your first language? __________________________________________________
If English is not your first language, a TOEFL score is required.
TOEFL Score Requested? Yes No (TOEFL code for Lancaster Bible College is 2388)
Ethnic Status (optional) American Indian or Alaskan Native Hispanic White, non-Hispanic Asian or Pacific Islander Black, non-Hispanic
Marital Status (optional) Single Separated Remarried Married Divorced Widowed
ACADEMIC HISTORY
Please list all institutions attended beyond high school. Include the name of the institution; city, state; degree; program; and dates attended. 1. ____________________________________________________________________________________________
2. ____________________________________________________________________________________________
3. ____________________________________________________________________________________________
4. ____________________________________________________________________________________________
5. ____________________________________________________________________________________________
Note: An official transcript from each institution is required. Transcripts must be mailed directly from each institution. Maiden name on transcripts (if applicable) __________________________________________________ GPA (4 pt. scale) on graduate/professional level coursework ______________________________
Have you previously applied to LBC|Capital? No Yes
Have you previously attended LBC|Capital? No Yes Briefly state your purpose for seeking this Doctor of Philosophy in Biblical Studies.
TEACHING EXPERIENCE Are you currently serving in a teaching role? Yes No If yes, what is your current position? ______________________________________________________ If yes, in what church or organization are you serving? __________________________________ How long have you been in your current position? _______________________________________
Briefly summarize your teaching experience past and present.
RELIGIOUS EXPERIENCE & AFFILIATION Name and mailing address of the church in which you presently hold membership: _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________
Name of Pastor/Mentor: ________________________________________________________________ Are you licensed? Yes No
Are you ordained? Yes No
Have you had missions or overseas experience? Yes No
Please describe any experiences you have had in professional Christian ministry, including position, place, and dates served.
1. ____________________________________________________________________________________
2. ____________________________________________________________________________________
3. ____________________________________________________________________________________
4. ____________________________________________________________________________________
5. ____________________________________________________________________________________
6. ____________________________________________________________________________________
PERSONAL TESTIMONY OF FAITH IN JESUS CHRIST
Along with this application, please submit on a separate sheet a description of your personal spiritual journey. Include any details about your conversion experience and current relationship with Christ.
EMPLOYMENT & MINISTRY HISTORY Employer; Position; City, State; Dates; Paid/Volunteer
1.__________________________________________________________________________________ 2.__________________________________________________________________________________
3. __________________________________________________________________________________ 4.__________________________________________________________________________________ 5.__________________________________________________________________________________
FINANCIAL, LEGAL, AND DOCTRINAL DATA
Have you ever been engaged in legal action regarding your personal finances? No Yes If your answer is yes, please explain.
Is there anything in your financial history (e.g. major pending debts other than house and/or car) of which the College should be aware? No Yes If your answer is yes, please explain.
Have you been involved in any legal action in the last 10 years? No Yes If your answer is yes, please explain.
Are there any matters of special concern in your background (doctrinal, personal, legal, moral, health, felony, or other) of which the PhD admissions Committee should be aware? No Yes
If your answer is yes, please explain.
I am essentially in agreement with the Statement of Faith of Lancaster Bible College | Capital Seminary and Graduate School as published in the graduate education catalog. Yes No
If your answer is no, please indicate the area(s) on a separate sheet of paper.
PERSONAL REFERENCES
Share the following reference link with 2 academic references and 1 pastor: https://lbc.formstack.com/forms/capital_doctoral_recommendation_admissions.
Please list the names and titles of persons whom you have asked to serve as references:
1. ____________________________________________________________________________________
2. ____________________________________________________________________________________
3. ____________________________________________________________________________________
CERTIFICATION I certify that to the best of my knowledge the information provided on this application and in other admission related documents is true, accurate, complete, and is voluntarily given. I hereby give my permission for this information to be used by Lancaster Bible College | Capital Seminary and Graduate School for the purpose of considering my application, for academic advisement, and for maintaining student records. I fully understand that false or misleading information provided to the college as a part of this application or in the accompanying documents may invalidate the approval process or, if admission has already occurred, may be considered as sufficient grounds for dismissal and/or for the denial or the revoking of an official academic transcript and/or degree. Further, I understand that illegal drug use, homosexual activity, heterosexual misconduct, cheating, abusive behavior, and/or other actions contrary to biblical moral standards or to the college policies also stand as sufficient grounds for denial of admission and/or dismissal at any time from the college. My signature indicates my understanding of and agreement with the conditions under which this application is made.
Signature _____________________________________________________ Date ______________________________
Please enclose the nonrefundable $40 application fee payable to Lancaster Bible College | Capital Seminary and Graduate School with your application.
Mail to:
Program Director for the PhD in Biblical Studies
Lancaster Bible College | Capital Seminary and Graduate School
7852 Walker Drive
Greenbelt, MD 20770
Lancaster Bible College | Capital Seminary and Graduate School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, or disability.
7852 Walker Drive | Greenbelt, MD 20770 | 717.560.8282 or 866.275.8720 www.lbc.edu/graduate