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Our seminary degrees equip students for a lifetime of fruitful service to Christ and the church.

A message from Lincoln Seminary Dean Dr. Michael DeFazio

Lincoln Seminary Admissions Requirements

  • 1. Complete the free application.
  • 2. Send us your essay/writing sample.

    After the application is submitted, you'll find specific essay requirements (writing prompt and word count), as well as instructions for submitting your essay.

  • 3. Send us your transcripts.

    Official College Transcript(s): A transcript is required from the college/university where your undergraduate degree was earned. In addition to your undergraduate transcript, a transcript is required from every institution where you've earned graduate credit.

    College transcripts are official in 2 ways:

         1. Mailed directly from the college or university's registrar's office with a stamp or seal on the back. Opened transcripts will be not be accepted.  

         2. Sent electronically from your previous institutions through an electronic service to [email protected].

Our seminary degrees equip students for a lifetime of fruitful service to Christ and the church.

Lincoln Seminary Degrees

Summer Lincoln Seminary Admissions Dates

  • April 17 Application Deadline
  • April 24 Acceptance Deadline (all materials turned in)
  • May 1 Deposit Deadline
  • May 11 Classes start

    Fall Lincoln Seminary Admissions Dates

    • July 17 Application Deadline
    • July 24 Acceptance Deadline (all materials turned in)
    • July 31 Deposit Deadline
    • August 31 Classes start

    Frequently Asked Questions

    • Who will teach my class?

      Just like in our undergraduate program, Lincoln Seminary's faculty set us apart. You’ll learn from practitioner professors—men and women with hands-on experience in their fields—in a distinctively Christ-centered community.

    • How much is tuition?

      Each graduate credit hour at Lincoln Seminary is $490 plus fees.

    • Are there scholarships available for Lincoln Seminary students?

      Yes! You can find all of our scholarship information here. And fill out your FAFSA with Ozark’s code, 015569.

    • Is OCC accredited?

      Yes. For current accreditation information, please visit occ.edu/accreditation.

    • Is the seminary program online?

      Yes, the Master of Arts in Christian Ministry can be a fully online, 36-hour degree. Or, choose from three 36-hour concentrations with required on-campus intensives.

      In the three 36-hour concentrations, a majority of your coursework will be online.

      · 80% of your coursework is personal study on your own schedule (research, writing, online discussion posts, etc.).

      · 20% of your coursework is community interaction on a pre-arranged schedule (Zoom, in-person intensives, virtual seats, etc.).

      Contact [email protected] for more information.

    • What is OCC’s statement of beliefs?

      You can view our full statement of beliefs here.

    What's the next step?

    Create Account (First-Time Users): Start a new application.

    Log In (Returning Users): Continue an application or check your status page.