HOW TO APPLY –
UNDERGRADUATE

1. A completed SUM General Application (Undergraduate application) (Solicitud De Estudios Universitarios en Espanol)
2. Pastor Reference Form (download) (electronic submission)
3. General Reference Form (download) (electronic submission)
4. Official School Records (download)
   • Freshman – If you have never attended college, submit your Official High School Transcripts or proof of GED
   • Transfer – If you have attended college, submit both your Official High School Transcript or GED and your previous college’s Official College Transcript from Accredited Institution
5. Essay – The essay should be a 1-page typed, 12-point, and double spaced; please see degree program-specific instructions below: (email to [email protected], please attach as a separate document and include your name and desired cohort at the top.)
   
   BA in Theology and Ministry
   •  a) How did I become a Christian?
   • b) How am I currently serving in my home church?
   • c) Upon graduating from SUM, where do I feel the Lord is leading me?

   BA in Worship and Music

   • a) How did I become a Christian?
   • b) How am I currently serving in my home church?
   • c)  What is your current level of music proficiency, your primary instrument, and how do you feel that the BA in Worship and Music program will further equip you for your calling in this area?
6. Music Proficiency Audition Submission (BA in Worship and Music only).  See instructions here. Email your audition video to [email protected]
7. One time non-refundable Application Fee of $20 (to pay by card click Paypal button below, or mail a check to SUM)
8. Admissions Interview

Admissions Decision

Upon being admitted to attend SUM Bible College and Theological Seminary, an admissions letter sent via e-mail will include list of additional steps to take. The admitted applicant will also be required to sign their Enrollment Agreement.

If SUM is not able to accept an applicant’s request for admission, the College will advise the applicant of the steps recommended to be taken in order to be considered for a future trimester.

Our goal is to send written notification of our admission decision within two weeks of the file being completed. Applicants are welcome to contact the Admissions Office to inquire about the status of their application.

• Undergraduate Degree Program (mobile-friendly viewer)
• Solicitud De Estudios Universitarios en Espanol 
• Non-Degree Student Application