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To apply for the research MDiv, an interested student contacts the Associate Director for an initial conversation, and then emails the Associate Director and Associate Dean of Academic Programs with a rationale for why the research-MDiv is a good fit for them vocationally, as well as why they are qualified to pursue this degree. This email should also include a brief summary of the chosen topic to study. This should be submitted to the AD and CC ADAP at least a year before the student hopes to finish the degree and taken to the GSC for final approval.
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