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Tuition and Applications Process

for Part-time Non-Degree Study

Tution, Schedules and Fees

How to apply:
When you have identified the course(s) which interest you, the following information and instructions will help you with the application process.

You may apply either:
Online: The Part-Time Non-Degree or Lifelong Learning/Continuing Education Application can be filled out on-line (click here). Your credit card number will be securely transmitted to the Business Office for processing.

By mail: You may print an application and complete off line as well. Complete the Application Form and Payment Form and submit them through the mail with all other applicable items listed on this sheet. You may also call or e-mail the Seminary and request that the form be sent to you.

Click here for Academic Courses (Part-Time Non-Degree) PDF (Acrobat) for print-out version.

Click here for Lifelong Learning/Continuing Education PDF. for print-out version.

If the course selected requires the permission of the instructor or there is concern about prerequisites for the course, contact the instructor either by telephone at 212.243.5150 (toll free 888-487-5649) or by e-mail. (Go to the faculty page for contact information.) If you are unsure if you need permission, or have trouble reaching a professor, particularly adjunct professors, use this contact form, or call James Murphy at 212.243.5150 (toll free 888-487-5649) extension 461.
If the course is being taken for academic credit, all previous transcripts must be submitted within 30 days of the start of classes. Lifelong Learning/Continuing Education classes do not require the submission of transcripts.
No application will be processed without payment in full. If for some reason your application cannot be accommodated, your money will be returned, except the first time Applicant's Fee.
Late applications will be accepted at the discretion of the Program Manager. A fee of $20 will be charged. Housing cannot be guaranteed with a late application.
Evidence of immunization: if registered for six academic credits or more, students are required by New York State Law to be immunized against measles, mumps, and rubella. The law applies to all students born on or after January 1, 1957. Students must provide written proof of immunization within 30 days of the start of classes. Immunization record forms may be obtained from the Registrar.

Questions about studying part-time at GTS during the January, Spring, Summer or Fall terms, please contact James Murphy, Program Manager of Lifelong Learning & Center for Christian Spirituality and Director of the Master of Arts Program. Telephone 212 243 5150 (toll free 888-487-5649) extension 461 or via e-mail with this contact form for

To apply for a certificate or degree program, please contact Donna Ashley, Director of Enrollment Management at 212-243 5150 (toll free 888-487-5649) extension 280.

Note:

Part-time students may take up to eight credits per term. There are no limitations on the number of courses taken over time. However, a part-time non-degree student may earn no more than twelve credits toward an M.A. and no more than twenty-five credits toward an M.Div. Matriculation is required to earn further credits.
There are no limits for CEU's for Lifelong Learning/Continuing Education classes, but no academic credit may be earned for those classes.
Any individual whose application for admission to a regular program of the Seminary has been turned down shall be ineligible for non-degree student privileges for a space of two years, unless stated otherwise in writing.

Formulae for tuition refunds upon withdrawal, Fall or Spring Terms:
If the student withdraws	The Seminary will refund
in the first three weeks	75% of tuition
in the second three weeks	50% of tuition
in the third three weeks	25% of tuition
after nine weeks	no refund possible

Formulae for tuition refunds upon withdrawal, January/Summer Terms:
If the student withdraws	The Seminary will refund
1 week or more prior to term	100% of tuition
Less than 1 week prior to term	50% of tuition
After class has begun	No refund

1/11/07