Submit to the Admissions and Records Office the following documents for admission:

• A completed Application for Admission Form via email with photo attached, and payment of the non-refundable application fee using online payment or wire transfer.

• Official transcripts sent directly to the Admissions and Records Office from the registrar of each college/university the student has attended. Students applying for doctoral programs must submit both undergraduate and graduate transcripts. If the original transcript is not in English, a certified literal translation should be attached to the original.

• A scanned copy of college/university diploma(s) with certified translation if not in English.

• One digital photograph in JPEG format or two passport-size (2” x 2”) photographs in print

• Passport bio-page copy or copy of Birth Certificate (in English)

• Graduate Evaluation forms for the program applied to are to be given to two persons (not related to the applicant) who have interacted with the applicant in an academic or professional setting and are able to supply the information required. The individuals should complete the forms and email/post them directly to the Admissions and Records Office – the applicant should not have access to these documents. It is the responsibility of the applicant, however, to verify that the recommendation forms have been sent to AIIAS.

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Personal Statement

Some degree programs require a personal statement explaining the student’s reasons for applying to the program. Some programs also require a letter of verification of work experience. Forms will be provided as necessary.

Specific Degree Requirements

For information about specific degree requirements, see the requirements for that program:

• PhD Education, PhD Business, PhD Religion, DMin, DMiss/DIS, MTh
• EdS, MA, MBA, MSA, MPH, MA-CM, MDiv, MA-R, MA-Min

Applicants must provide official document(s) if prerequisites for a degree program have been fulfilled for admission.

Application Guidelines for PhD Religion

If you are applying for the PhD in Religion program read our new application guidelines carefully.

A Housing Application form is to be completed, when applicable, once the student is admitted to AIIAS (for students coming to the campus).

International Student Deposit

Financial arrangements are to be made to cover fees and tuition. Refundable international student deposits and/or dormitory rental/ maintenance deposits are required of all self-sponsored students before their arrival.

Sponsorship Authorization

A sponsored student should request the sponsoring organization to complete the sponsorship authorization form and email it directly to the Admissions and Records Office. 

Declaration of Finances

A self-sponsored student will complete a Declaration of Finances with a supporting bank statement showing sufficient funds to cover school expenses.

English proficiency can be demonstrated in one of the following ways:

1. The student’s primary language is English.
2. The student holds either a baccalaureate degree or a graduate degree in which English was the medium of instruction for the degree conferred.
3. An acceptable score on a standard test of English proficiency, sent directly from an official testing center. For doctoral and academic master’s programs, a score of 79 on the TOEFL iBT, or a Band score average of at least 6.5 with a minimum band of 5.5 in writing on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Test (or equivalent Duolingo 105). For professional master’s programs, a score of 68 on the TOEFL iBT, or a Band score average of at least 6.0 on the IELTS Test (or equivalent Duolingo 95). English test results are valid for 2 years.

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The Admissions and Records Office will assist in providing necessary information for visa arrangements. Each student will receive a copy of their Admission Assessment and Program Check Sheet before beginning their program of study.