Enrollment Process

AA or BS Students

• Application:  Complete the application for AST/HIU.  The application consists of two pages of basic information, and then the third page requires a short 75-100 word response about your goals. 
• Next Steps:
• Submit the following documents:
• Application
• Statement of Purpose
• Application fee of $40 (include a check made payable to Hope International University or provide credit card information on p. 2 of the application)

Send the documents to:

Attn:  Jennifer Butts
Apostolic School of Theology
8520 Bradshaw Road
Elk Grove, CA  95624

• Transcripts – You must submit an official transcript from all colleges and universities previously attended.  If you have completed 0-12 units of college-level coursework, you must provide an official high school transcript or evidence of passing the GED exam.  You can use the Official Transcript Request forms located in the application.  Simply fill them out and mail them to any schools from which you are requesting a transcript.  Please be sure to have the schools send the official transcripts directly to AST. 
• Financial Aid – If you would like to apply for federal financial aid, start by filling out the FAFSA application for the 2009/2010 school year. 
• Apply for a Department of Education Personal Identification Number (PIN) at www.pin.ed.gov.
• If you are a dependent student, your parent must also apply for a PIN. 
• After you (and your parent if you are a dependent student) have received your PIN, complete your FAFSA application online at www.fafsa.ed.gov.  Be sure to enter the school code for Hope International University, which is 001252. 

Master of Arts Students

• Admissions:  In order to begin the admissions process, please complete the Application for Admission.  The application consists of several parts:
• Checklist:  A checklist to track the submission of your paperwork.
• Application: Two pages of basic information about you.  Please be sure to complete all pertinent sections.
• Statement of Purpose:  Write/type a 250-word statement of purpose indicating why you desire to attend our school and participate in this program.
• References:  You will need to provide TWO references, preferably one from an academic reference (such as a former professor) and one from an employer or church leader.  Print out two copies of this page, complete the information at the top, and MAIL them to your two references.  Your two references should complete the forms and mail them directly to AST.
• Request for Official Transcript:  Please submit an official (signed and sealed) transcript from an accredited university or college confirming completion of a bachelor’s degree and any completed graduate work.  You may use the form in the application packet to request the transcript from your previous school(s).  The transcript should be mailed directly to AST. 
• Next Steps:
• Return the following THREE documents – 
  i.  Application
  ii.  Application fee of $40 with a check made payable to Hope International University
  iii.  Statement of Purpose

Send the documents to:

Attn:  Jennifer Butts
Apostolic School of Theology
8520 Bradshaw Road
Elk Grove, CA  95624

• References – Contact two references and send them the reference form.
• Transcript(s) – Request an official transcript from your previous accredited college or university to verify the completion of your bachelor’s degree.
• Financial Aid – Graduate students are eligible to apply for federal financial aid.  If you would like to receive a student loan, start by filling out the FAFSA application for the 2010/2011 school year. 
• Apply for a Department of Education Personal Identification Number (PIN) at www.pin.ed.gov.
• After have received your PIN, complete your FAFSA application online at www.fafsa.ed.gov.  Be sure to enter the school code for Hope International University, which is 001252. 

Non-Degree Students
(undergraduate Bible/Ministry Certificate or graduate Ministry Certificate)

• Application:  Complete the application for AST/HIU.  The one-page application is divided into two parts:  the top portion asks for personal information, and the bottom portion is your registration form in which you list the courses you would like to take. Please contact Jennifer Butts to discuss your course options and she will assist you with creating a schedule.  You do NOT need to pay a separate application fee, registration fee, or technology fee.  You do NOT need to submit any transcripts.
• Next Steps:
• Return the application and payment for the first course to: 

Attn:  Jennifer Butts
Apostolic School of Theology
8520 Bradshaw Road
Elk Grove, CA  95624

Acceptance Process 

Once your file is complete, the admissions office will evaluate your application, and you will receive notification of your acceptance status. 
If you have any questions, please contact me.  I am looking forward to working with you!  God bless!

Jennifer Butts
Assistant Director of Admissions
Apostolic School of Theology
8520 Bradshaw Road
Elk Grove, CA  95624
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209-748-2534 (phone)
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