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Academic / Professional Reference

This is one of three total references that School of Counseling applicants must have completed.  The reference should be completed by someone that can address the applicants either academic or professional characteristics.  Ideally it should be a professor, or supervisor.

To the Reference: The student is applying for admission to Richmont Graduate University and is asking you to furnish a reference.  The admissions committee would appreciate your frank evaluation of the applicant.  This form should take you no more than 5 minutes to complete.

Academic/Professional Reference






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Does the applicant have any personality characteristics that would interfere with work in the counseling field?

Please check the items below to answer this question.

 Definitely No  Possibly Yes  Definitely Yes  Unable to Judge


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What to Expect After Applying

Timelines vary based on the point in the admissions cycle, but applicants can expect to hear back from an admissions counselor within 4 weeks of submitting applications.

Accepted applicants will receive an email from the director of admissions in addition to a formal letter of acceptance in the mail.

Each applicant is assigned an admissions counselor who will connect if additional information or documentation is needed.

Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.) in Spiritual Formation and Leadership

Application Requirements

  • Admission application with a $50 nonrefundable application fee 
  • An acknowledgement that the applicant has reviewed the Statement of Faith
  • A 40 hours Master’s degree with 11 hours of Bible and Theology in Ministry or a related field of study 
  • Three completed reference forms:
    • Pastoral Reference
    • Character reference
    • Academic or professional reference
  • Resume
  • Academic Writing Sample 
  • Personal Interview with the Dean of the School of Ministry and Program Director 
  • A personal statement that outlines the applicant’s intent behind applying for the Doctor of Ministry at Richmont. Said application must be between 500 to 700 words typed, double spaced.
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