The purpose of the Ministerial Studies Program is to qualify students for further professional study at a seminary and for employment as intern pastors of churches. Before one is eligible for the Ministerial Studies Program and its additional requirements, satisfactory performance of academic and social skills must be demonstrated.

Before being admitted into the program, it is necessary during the sophomore year for the theology major to take the Self-Assessment Inventory test administered by the department, and a battery of standardized tests administered by the Counseling Center and to apply for advancement to candidacy. The Religion Department faculty review the student's performance and qualifications for acceptance into the program.

Professor Myron Widmer serves as Director of the Ministerial Studies Program