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Student Application Process
(for a Student who already has a job and whose church is applying to be a Training Church)

The following is step-by-step instructions for the application process for the CYMT program. Please be sure you have read the CYMT student expectations.

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Requirements:

  • Minimum age  is 22 years old
  • BA or BS undergraduate degree with a 2.5 on 4.0 scale cumulative average
  • Note: Applicants who have not completed an undergraduate degree will be considered with demonstrated life experience. These students will not be able to receive graduate level credits or complete the M.A. degree, though they can still earn a certificate

Personal Qualifications:

God calls many different types of people to lead the church.  The Center for Youth Ministry Training exists to equip those who have heard a distinct call to work with youth.  The following demonstrates a readiness for our program:

  • Commitment to Christ, the church, and the ministry of God's word
  • A clear call to youth ministry as a vocation
  • Personal and relational health, integrity, consideration of others, and physical and emotional fitness
  • Potential to lead, inspire and relate positively with people

Application Materials

To complete the application process, students must submit the following:

  • Completed application form
    apply online
    *Note: You may want to type your answers to the essay questions in Word and then copy them into the application. You cannot save your application form and come back to it.
  • One copy of all official transcripts from all the student’s previous colleges or universities mailed to Memphis Theological Seminary and one official copy of the student's transcript from only the school the student graduated from sent to the CYMT.

Admissions
Memphis Theological Seminary
168 East Parkway South
Memphis, TN 38104

  • Current photo
    Attach Photo to Email or mail it in
  • 3 Letters of recommendation -- from a pastor or youth minister, someone who has observed you working with youth, and a professor.  If you have been away from formal academic studies for seven years or more, you may select someone who can evaluate your academic potential and professional accomplishments. The recommendations may be filled out online or you may download a copy of the forms.
  • CYMT Background Check  and Motor Vehicle Record Check Authorization and Release Form -- Per CYMT policy, all admissions are issued pending our receipt and approval of the results of the applicant’s background check and motor vehicle record check, which will be conducted by the CYMT on behalf of the applicant.
    Download form here (to be mailed in)

  • Proof of Auto and Health Insurance -- All students have to provide proof of health and auto.  Simply copy your insurance cards and mail in. It is a requirement that you maintain both policies the entire time you are an Intern with CYMT. If you need help securing affordable health insurance, CYMT can recommend the names of some companies. (to be mailed in)

  • Application Fee -- The non-refundable application fee is $50. You may submit your application fee online or mail it in.  Your application will not be considered until your application fee has been received.

All application materials should be mailed to:

CYMT
Admissions Office
309 Franklin Road
Brentwood, TN  37027

For technical questions regarding the application process, please contact us at 615-823-7595 or via e-mail to keeley@cymt.org.

Application Deadlines

November 30 - Early acceptance Dealine: Students wishing to be considered for early acceptance to the program must have completed the application process by November 30 including all references, forms, and fees. Students interviews will take place December 7-18. Students will be informed if they have been accepted by January 6.

March 31 - Admissions Deadline: Applications and supporting documents completed and on file by March 31 will receive preference.  Applications received after March 31 will be considered if space permits. 

Once all of your application materials are received, it will be reviewed by the next admissions committee meeting.  The committee meets regularly and you will be notified within a short time after the group meets.  An interview with each applicant will be scheduled before being accepted to the program. 

After You Apply

After you are admitted, your church will be required to pay your tuition and you will recieve more information about orientation (attendance is required in order to be accepted for a CYMT internship) and a helpful list of things you can do to prepare for your spot at CYMT.