At Wake Divinity each student is a valuable member of a community committed to the work of Justice, Reconciliation, and Compassion.
How to Apply
All applicants are encouraged to submit their applications by the priority decision deadline to be given full consideration for financial aid, including the Wake Divinity Scholars Visit. Following the regular decision deadline, applications will be considered on a rolling basis while openings remain. No applications will be accepted after July 1.
Important Dates for Master of Divinity (MDiv) Admissions:
Spring Decision:
November 15
Application Fee:$75
Decision: rolling admission
Enrollment Term: Spring 2025
Priority Decision:
December 1
Application Fee: $75
Decision: released by 12/30
Enrollment Term: Fall 2025
Regular Decision:
May 15
Application Fee: $75
Decision: rolling basis
Enrollment Term: Fall 2025
Important Dates for Doctor of Ministry (DMin) Admissions:
The DMin program only enrolls students each fall and has the same priority and regular decision deadlines as outlined above.
Visit the Doctor of Ministry Page for full details.
Each individual call to religious leadership is unique. At the School of Divinity faculty, staff, local mentors, and the diverse student body will help you explore your understandings of God, God’s hopes for the world, and how to put God’s hopes and your faith into action.
The Wake Div Experience
Our commitment to You begins before day 1. The Wake Div Experience outlines four pillars that we are committed to providing each student in their theological education journey.
Creates ease in navigating each stage of the divinity school experience and builds an intentional and robust network of support
Expands access to theological thought-leaders, diverse faith perspectives, and religious scholars, that speak to the social challenges of our time
Prepares students to lead with awareness and agility in response to the complexities and realities of ministry
Models a practice of collaboration beyond the walls of the School of Divinity that allows students to increase their capacity to impact their communities and the world
“Our holistic admissions process takes the full person into consideration. God has called your full and authentic self to become an agent of justice, reconciliation, and compassion. We invite you to bring that full and authentic self to our application process”
Brittani Hunt, Assistant Dean of Admissions and Student Services
The personal attention you deserve.
Have questions about admissions, our programs, academic support, spiritual life, or community life? Our admissions and student services team is ready to make sure you are able to get the most out of your academic and professional formation. Connect with us to discuss what sets Wake Forest apart and how you can benefit from our dynamic theological environment.
Meet Our Team
Master of Divinity (MDiv)
Khelen Rhodes Kuzmovich
Academic Program Coordinator, Integrative Student Services
Doctor of Ministry (DMin)
John Senior
Assistant Dean of Vocational Formation | Director of Doctor of Ministry | Director of the Art of Ministry Program
Looking to send us a transcript or other admissions documents?
Regular Mail:
Wake Forest University School of Divinity
PO Box 7719
Winston-Salem, NC 27109
Express Mail (UPS, FedEx, etc.)
Wake Forest University School of Divinity
1834 Wake Forest Road
Wingate Hall 108
Winston-Salem, NC 27109
Want to speak to us directly or send a fax?
Phone: 336.758.3748
Fax: 336.758.3225
Email: divapply@wfu.edu