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Admissions Process

Certificate Programs | Basic Degrees | Ecclesiastical Degrees

  • Overview
  • Minimum Requirements
  • Application Materials
  • Application Deadlines
  • English Language Competency
  • Transfer Credits
  • Waiver of Requirements
  • Transfer of Program
  • Privacy Policy

Applications for our certificate programs, basic degrees, and ecclesiastical degrees must be submitted through the Regis College Admissions Portal.

 

While submitting your application through our portal, you will be prompted to upload the various application materials required for the program you’re interested in, and also to provide contact information for your referees (the system will then reach out to your referees).

 

See below for minimum requirements for all our certificate programs, basic degrees, and ecclesiastical degrees; see our program pages for program-specific application requirements.

 

See below for a list of application materials required for all certificate programs, basic degrees, and ecclesiastical degrees; see our program pages for program-specific application materials required.

In addition to any program-specific requirements, applicants to certificate programs, basic degrees, and ecclesiastical programs must fulfill the following minimum requirements:

 

  • Possess sufficient fluency in English to participate actively in seminars and to write essays and examinations. Please see additional details under “English Language Competency” below.
  • Be a graduate of an accredited college or university, or give evidence of having completed an educational program equivalent to a BA degree. In the case of conjoint Basic Programs, doubtful cases will be referred to the Admissions and Procedures Committee of the Basic Degree Council of TST.
  • Normally applicants should have a B- average in an appropriate bachelor degree.

Applications for our certificate programs, basic degrees, and ecclesiastical degrees must be submitted through the Regis College Admissions Portal.

 

In addition to any program-specific application materials (see our program pages), the portal application will solicit:

 

  • personal information
  • information about your academic background, including unofficial transcripts
  • a self-evaluation
  • a statement of purpose
  • contact information for 2 or 3 (depending on the program you’re applying to) referees, which the system will then use to solicit references from them directly
  • a one-time application fee of $25.00 CAD

 

The portal will also guide you through scheduling an application interview, which is required for applications to all certificate programs, basic degrees, and ecclesiastical degrees.

Fall (September) Admission – July 15

 

International students are recommended to apply by January 15.

 

Winter (January) Admission – November 15

 

Summer Admission – March 15

All application documents must reach Regis College by the above due dates. Late applications will only be considered if space allows. Overseas applicants are advised to apply early to allow time for study permits and residenceAll application documents must reach Regis College by the above due dates. Late applications will only be considered if space allows. Overseas applicants are advised to apply early to allow time for study permits and residence. Received supporting documents become the property of Regis College and cannot be returned or forwarded.

 

For September admissions, those who wish to have advance notice of funding, wish to enroll in a summer course, or wish an early response from the College should apply by March 15.  No applications for the September term will be accepted after August 15. No applications for the January term will be accepted after December 1.

Applicants whose primary language is not English and who have pursued university-level study in countries where English is not the official language are required to demonstrate English language facility by taking recognized tests such as TOEFL (Test of English as a Second Language). Applicants should request that their TOEFL or English proficiency scores be sent to the University of Toronto, institutional code 0982-00. The College reserves the right to interview applicants whose native language is not English. If it is determined that their English language skills require strengthening, intensive English language instruction will be required as part of the first year of their study. For more information about English language programs at the University of Toronto, see english.learn.utoronto.ca

 

Please note: while submitting your application through Regis College Admissions Portal, you may upload unofficial English test results. If offered, however, admission will be conditional on receipt of official results.

All candidates should be fluent enough in English to participate actively in seminars and to write essays and examinations. Applicants therefore may be required to pass TOEFL (Test of English as a Second Language) and TWE (Test of Written English) examinations to demonstrate English language ability. Applicants should submit English facility test scores at the time of application. Test scores within two years are acceptable.

For further information on the TOEFL and TWE see: www.toefl.org. The TOEFL institutional code used by Regis College is the same as that used by the University of Toronto: 0982.

Minimum Scores

Paper-BasedOverall 580TWE 5.0
Computer-BasedOverall 237TWE 5.0
Internet-BasedOverall 93Writing 22Speaking 22

Please Note: The minimum requirements for the TOEFL do not provide assurance of the ability to undertake theological studies at Regis College. The College reserves the right, therefore, to interview applicants whose native language is not English. If it is determined that their English-language skills require strengthening, intensive English-language instruction will be required as part of the first year of their full-time study.

Students who have completed one or more theological courses at the post-baccalaureate level may apply for credit transfer. Transfer credits are assessed on a case-by-case basis by the Basic Degree Committee. Doubtful cases will be referred to the Admissions and Procedures Committee of the Basic Degree Council of TST. Transfer credit is not normally granted for theological field education requirements. Transfer credits may be allowed under the following conditions:

 

  • The student must have achieved at least a B standing in the courses for which transfer credits are sought.
  • Courses must have been completed within eight years of the date of registration for the program being sought to be considered.
  • The courses must have been taken at an ATS accredited institution or its equivalent.
  • A minimum of 10 semester credits must be taken within TST (a minimum one-year residency requirement).
  • A maximum of one year of credit, or 10 semester courses, may be granted for degrees already conferred.

Substitutions may be allowed for courses already taken but not considered transferable. Petitions for waiver of program requirements are presented to the Admissions Committee through the student’s Program Director.

Students wishing to transfer from one Regis College degree program to another will be required to follow the admissions procedure required by the new program. Transfer of credits, program residency and outstanding program requirements will be assessed on a case-by-case basis by the Basic Program Committee.

Regis College respects personal privacy. Personal information that students and other persons provide to the College is collected for the purpose of administering admissions, registration, academic programs, university-related student activities, activities of student societies, financial assistance and awards, graduation and advancement, and for the purpose of statistical reporting to ecclesial authorities, the University,  government agencies, the Association of Theological Schools (ATS), and other professional organizations (e.g. the Ontario Council of Graduation Studies). At all times personal information will be protected.

Basic Degrees | Ecclesiastical Degrees

  • Minimum Requirements

    In addition to any program-specific requirements, applicants to basic degree, diploma, and ecclesiastical programs must fulfill the following minimum requirements:

     

    • Possess sufficient fluency in English to participate actively in seminars and to write essays and examinations. Please see additional details under “English Language Competency” below.
    • Be a graduate of an accredited college or university, or give evidence of having completed an educational program equivalent to a BA degree. In the case of conjoint Basic Programs, doubtful cases will be referred to the Admissions and Procedures Committee of the Basic Degree Council of TST.
    • Normally applicants should have a B- average in an appropriate bachelor degree.
    • Submit official transcripts from all postsecondary institutions attended. To be official, these transcripts must be sent directly to the College from the institutions concerned or may be requested in a signed, sealed envelope from the institutions concerned for inclusion with other registration material.
      • Current Regis students please attach a copy of your academic history from SWS.
    • Submit a $25.00, non-refundable application fee with the application.

  • Application Deadlines

    Fall (September) Admission – July 14

    International students are recommended to apply by January 15.

     

    Winter (January) Admission – November 15

     

    Summer Admission – March 15

     

    Received supporting documents become the property of Regis College and cannot be returned or forwarded.

     

    For September admissions, those who wish to have advance notice of funding, wish to enroll in a summer course, or wish an early response from the College should apply by March 15.  No applications for the September term will be accepted after August 15. No applications for the January term will be accepted after December 1.For September admissions, those who wish to have advance notice of funding, wish to enroll in a summer course, or wish an early response from the College should apply by March 15.  No applications for the September term will be accepted after August 15. No applications for the January term will be accepted after December 1.

  • English Language Requirements

    Applicants whose primary language is not English and who have pursued university-level study in countries where English is not the official language are required to demonstrate English language facility by taking recognized tests such as TOEFL (Test of English as a Second Language). Applicants should request that their TOEFL or English proficiency scores be sent to the University of Toronto, institutional code 0982-00. The College reserves the right to interview applicants whose native language is not English. If it is determined that their English language skills require strengthening, intensive English language instruction will be required as part of the first year of their study. For more information about English language programs at the University of Toronto, see english.learn.utoronto.ca

    All candidates should be fluent enough in English to participate actively in seminars and to write essays and examinations. Applicants therefore may be required to pass TOEFL (Test of English as a Second Language) and TWE (Test of Written English) examinations to demonstrate English language ability. Applicants should submit English facility test scores at the time of application. Test scores within two years are acceptable.

    For further information on the TOEFL and TWE see: www.toefl.org. The TOEFL institutional code used by Regis College is the same as that used by the University of Toronto: 0982.

    Minimum Scores

    Paper-BasedOverall 580TWE 5.0
    Computer-BasedOverall 237TWE 5.0
    Internet-BasedOverall 93Writing 22Speaking 22

    Please Note: The minimum requirements for the TOEFL do not provide assurance of the ability to undertake theological studies at Regis College. The College reserves the right, therefore, to interview applicants whose native language is not English. If it is determined that their English-language skills require strengthening, intensive English-language instruction will be required as part of the first year of their full-time study.

  • Transfer Credits

    Students who have completed one or more theological courses at the post-baccalaureate level may apply for credit transfer. Transfer credits are assessed on a case-by-case basis by the Basic Degree Committee. Doubtful cases will be referred to the Admissions and Procedures Committee of the Basic Degree Council of TST. Transfer credit is not normally granted for theological field education requirements. Transfer credits may be allowed under the following conditions:

     

    • The student must have achieved at least a B standing in the courses for which transfer credits are sought.
    • Courses must have been completed within eight years of the date of registration for the program being sought to be considered.
    • The courses must have been taken at an ATS accredited institution or its equivalent.
    • A minimum of 10 semester credits must be taken within TST (a minimum one-year residency requirement).
    • A maximum of one year of credit, or 10 semester courses, may be granted for degrees already conferred.

  • Waiver of Requirements

    Substitutions may be allowed for courses already taken but not considered transferable. Petitions for waiver of program requirements are presented to the Admissions Committee through the student’s Program Director.

  • Transfer of Program

    Students wishing to transfer from one Regis College degree program to another will be required to follow the admissions procedure required by the new program. Transfer of credits, program residency and outstanding program requirements will be assessed on a case-by-case basis by the Basic Program Committee.

  • Privacy Policy

    Regis College respects personal privacy. Personal information that students and other persons provide to the College is collected for the purpose of administering admissions, registration, academic programs, university-related student activities, activities of student societies, financial assistance and awards, graduation and advancement, and for the purpose of statistical reporting to ecclesial authorities, the University,  government agencies, the Association of Theological Schools (ATS), and other professional organizations (e.g. the Ontario Council of Graduation Studies). At all times personal information will be protected.

Graduate Degrees

Graduate Degree program students follow procedures outlined in the relevant handbooks. Refer to the Toronto School of Theology website for application deadlines and procedures for advanced degree programs:

 

  • MA, ThM, and PhD Programs
  • D.Min. Program

 

Enquiries can be directed to Toronto School of Theology, 47 Queen’s Park Cr. E., Toronto, ON M5S 2C3, email: gcts.office@utoronto.ca

 

   

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