-The applicant must be a Christian, having a personal relationship with God through repentance and faith towards Jesus Christ.

-The applicant should have a Grade 12 Certificate with 5 credits. Those that do not have a Grade 12 Certificate, but wish to enroll in any of the programs, may be considered on the basis of mature entry. Mature entry applicants are considered for enrolment if they meet the necessary qualifications of spiritual maturity, ministry experience, church recommendation, personal commitment, and the successful passing of an English competency examination.

-The applicant must be recommended for study by his/her local church, the District which will make a recommendation to the Conference Board of Ordained Ministry.

-The applicant must complete all of the above requirements application and be officially accepted at the University for studies.