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Application Types
New Students
If you’ve explored our program and course options and are ready to apply to Briercrest Seminary as a new student, follow the steps below! If you’re a mature or transfer student applying to the Seminary, follow the link on the right-hand side that best applies to you. Don’t hesitate to get in touch with an advisor if you have any questions about the application process.
Step 1: Application
Review the Admission Requirements before proceeding.
Fill out the Briercrest Seminary Application Form
Online Application Form
Application fee: $100 (non-refundable).
Step 2: Transcripts
Please request official transcripts from all post-secondary and graduate institutions you have attended to be sent to Briercrest Seminary. (If you graduated from Briercrest College, you do not need to send us a Briercrest College transcript.)
eTranscripts can be sent to: seminaryenrollment@briercrest.ca
eTranscript is the fastest and most secure way to receive an official transcript.
* Transcripts sent by you, or eTranscripts sent from unofficial school emails will not be accepted as official copies.
Sealed transcripts can be mailed to:
Briercrest Seminary Admissions
510 College Drive, Caronport, SK S0H 0S0
Step 3: References:
Your references will receive a reference form via email to complete. Please ask them to check for an email from us.
Step 4: Additional Requirements (Only for Counselling & Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care Programs)
Master of Arts in Clinical Counselling, Master of Arts in Couple and Family Therapy, Certificate of the Seminary: Counselling Specialty, Master of Divinity (Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care) and Master of Christian Ministries (Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care)
After Step 2, we will review your application, and once your general admission has been approved, you will receive an email from us with further instructions.
Counselling Programs (MACC & MACFT) Admissions (Interview) Process Information
Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care Programs (MDiv & MCM) Admissions (Interview) Process Information
Application Deadline:
Counselling Program Application Deadlines are April 30 (for start in January) and November 30 (for start in August) each year.
The other programs do not have application deadlines. We accept applications year-round.
American Students
Health Coverage for U.S. Students
As an American student studying at Briercrest, you’ll need to apply for a Saskatchewan Health Card to access basic medical coverage during your time in Canada. The application process is simple—just visit the eHealth Saskatchewan website to apply. Please allow 4–6 weeks for your card to arrive.
With your health card, you’ll receive free basic provincial health care while you’re enrolled at Briercrest. If you don’t have coverage, you’ll be responsible for paying out-of-pocket for medical services. Health cards are valid for one year, so make sure to renew your coverage annually.
Crossing the Border
Once you’re accepted, we’ll send you an official Acceptance Letter along with a Border Crossing Checklist to help you prepare. This checklist includes everything you’ll need to present to immigration officers—whether you’re arriving by plane or driving across the border.
This process happens when you enter Canada, either at the airport or any Port of Entry. And don’t worry—you can keep your U.S. driver’s license while studying in Saskatchewan.
International Students
Important Update for Graduate Students Applying for Study Permits (2025-26 Academic Year)
Starting in Fall 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will require a new document for study permit applications: the Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL). This document is mandatory for all graduate-level students. Each institution will receive a limited number of PALs annually, with allocations expected to be announced in January. As a result, study permit documentation cannot be issued until institutions receive their PAL allotment.
Important Updates on Post-Graduate Work Permit Eligibility and Student Employment
Effective November 1, 2024, additional changes will impact eligibility for Post-Graduate Work Permits and student employment in Canada. Please note that while Briercrest Seminary is a fully accredited private institution authorized to grant degrees through ATS and under a Province of Saskatchewan charter, it does not offer provincially authorized Master's programs. When researching eligibility for Post-Graduate Work Permits, on- and off-campus employment, and spousal work permits, be sure to consider this important information
We strongly recommend that international students applying to the seminary submit their application at least six (6) months prior to their desired starting date. Late applications may not allow enough time for a study permit to be processed by the Government of Canada. A delayed start date may need to be considered. To check processing times for study permit applications, visit the Government of Canada website.
IMPORTANT NOTE: A letter of acceptance for the purpose of obtaining a study permit cannot be released until the application portfolio is complete and reviewed and sufficient funds have been deposited into the applicant's student account.
Step 1: Be informed
Read the general Seminary Admission Requirements before proceeding.
Read the Financial Requirements (below) before proceeding.
Read the English Language Requirement (below) before proceeding.
International Student Handbook 2025-26
Step 2: Submit your Briercrest application
Fill out the Briercrest Seminary Application Form
Online Application Form
International students pay a $250 non-refundable application fee made in Canadian funds.
Step 3: Official Transcripts
For international students, please use the WES for your transcript: https://www.wes.org/
On the school list, find ‘Briercrest College and Seminary’
Step 4: References
Your references will receive a reference form via email to complete. Please ask them to check for an email from us.
*Please note that the Briercrest Seminary Admission Office reserves the right to request additional information from any applicant.
Step 3: Additional Requirements (Only for Counselling & Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care Programs)
Master of Arts in Clinical Counselling, Master of Arts in Couple and Family Therapy, Certificate of the Seminary: Counselling Specialty, Master of Divinity (Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care) and Master of Christian Ministries (Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care)
After Step 2, we will review your application, and once your general admission has been approved, you will receive an email from us with further instructions.
Counselling Programs (MACC & MACFT) Admissions (Interview) Process Information
Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care Programs (MDiv & MCM) Admissions (Interview) Process Information
Step 5: Interview for PAL Letter
Each institution will receive a limited number of PALs annually, with allocations expected to be announced in January. As a result, study permit documentation cannot be issued until institutions receive their PAL allotment. Interviews are held annually in March, and only two to three students are awarded a PAL Letter each year.
Step 6: Deposit the full amount of your first year’s tuition, fees, and living expenses into your Briercrest Seminary student account. (Not applicable for American students, though proof of funds must be shown at customs/border crossing.)
After applying, a cost of attendance letter will be sent to you with the estimated cost for your first year of studies and steps for depositing the required financial guarantee.
Step 7: Prepare documents for your study permit application
Once accepted, your letter of acceptance and a proof of funds statement will be sent to you. You will need these to apply for your study permit with the Government of Canada.
NOTE: You will receive a letter of introduction from the Government of Canada once your application has been approved. Please note that this is NOT your study permit. Study permits are given at customs/borders.
Admission Requirements
English Language Requirements
All applicants for whom English is not their first language must show that they are able to perform at a high academic level in English. This must be demonstrated by completing one of the following:
- Completed a four-year undergraduate degree in English from Canada or one of the countries listed on the English Language Proficiency Test Exemption List GPA of 2.5.
- Completed one of the following standardized tests, and submitting test results to the Admissions Office (scores are valid for a maximum of two years):
Graduate Degree Program (M.Div, MCM, MATS, MABLE, MALTS) Requirements:
*Please note that Counselling and certificate programs require alternative English proficiency scores.
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Test name |
Score Required |
Test Contact |
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TOEFL iBT (Internet-based test) *Briercrest Institution Code: 9644. |
Minimum total score of 90 with minimum of 20 in each test category. |
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CAEL |
Minimum score 60 |
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IELTS (academic) |
Band score, 6.5 with a minimum 6.0 in each band |
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MELAB |
Minimum score, 85 |
Counselling Programs (MACC, MACFT) Requirements:
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Test name |
Score Required |
Test Contact |
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TOEFL iBT (Internet-based test) *Briercrest Institution Code: 9644. |
Minimum total score 101 with a minimum of 22 in Writing and Reading, and 25 in listening and speaking. |
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CAEL |
Minimum score 80 |
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IELTS (academic) |
Band score, 7.5 Minimum of 7.0 in Writing and Reading 7.5 in Listening and Speaking |
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MELAB |
Minimum score, 91 |
Seminary Certificate Program Requirements
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Test name |
Score Required |
Test Contact |
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TOEFL iBT (Internet-based test) *Briercrest Institution Code: 9644. |
Minimum total score of 83 with minimum of 20 in each test category. |
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CAEL |
Minimum score 60 |
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IELTS (academic) |
Band score, 6.5 with a minimum 6.0 in each band |
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MELAB |
Minimum score, 78-85 |
- Exemptions to the English Language Proficiency Requirements: The applicant may not be required to provide an English testing result when applying from one of the following countries: American Samoa, Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, Botswana, Brunei, British Virgin Islands, Cameroon (with proof of instruction in English), Cayman Islands, Dominica, England, Falkland Islands, Fiji, Gambia, Ghana, Gibraltar, Grenada, Guam, Guyana, Ireland, Jamaica, Kenya, Liberia, Lesotho, Malta, Mauritius, Montserrat, New Zealand, Nigeria, Northern Ireland, Pacific Island Trust Territory, Puerto Rico, Rwanda, Ryukyus Island, Scotland, Seychelles, Singapore, South Africa, St. Helena, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Tanzania, Trinidad and Tobago, Turks and Caicos Islands, Uganda, United States, Virgin Islands, Wales, Zambia, Zimbabwe.
- Students enrolled in the English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Pathway program may transition through the program upon meeting the requirements below.
Intermediate level (1 semester) -> High Intermediate Level (1semester) -> EAP Pathway (1 semester) -> Enrolled in full time studies (Certificate of the Seminary)
Complete the High Intermediate level with an 85% average in each course. Students are required to have an 90% in writing class. Students who meet this requirement will be enrolled in two regular credit courses alongside EAP writing and EAP reading 600 level courses for one semester. Upon completion of the EAP classes with an 80%, students can then be enrolled in full time credit courses.
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Track |
IELTS |
TOEFL iBT |
CAEL |
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Intermediate |
5.5 (minimum 5.0 in all areas) |
70 (15 or higher in all components) |
40 |
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High Intermediate |
6.0 (minimum 5.5 in all areas) |
75 (17 or higher in all components |
50 |
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EAP Pathway |
6.5 (minimum 5.5 in all areas) |
79 (18 or higher in all components) |
60 (50 or higher in all components) |
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Direct Entry (Certificate of the Seminary) |
6.5 (minimum 6.0 in all areas) |
83 (19 or higher in all components) |
60 |
Financial Requirements
For the study permit application, the Canadian government requires international students to provide a financial guarantee for themselves and all dependents that will be accompanying them to Canada for their first year of study. International students must deposit sufficient funds to cover tuition, living expenses, and other school fees for the student and family for the first year of studies in the applicant's Briercrest Seminary student account. Your financial estimate will be sent to you by your Admissions Adviser during the Briercrest application process.
NOTE: Payment should be made in Canadian funds and is payable only by wire transfer, certified cheque, MasterCard, or VISA. These amounts will be held on deposit at Briercrest until they are needed for their intended purpose. If a study permit is denied, the full cost of attendance deposited minus processing fees will be refunded to the student.
REFUND POLICY
Prior to study start date:
- Choose to not attend: refunded all funds transferred minus the $500 deposit.
- Denied study permit: refunded all funds transferred minus a $200 withdraw fee.
After study start date:
- International Students are refunded according to the same schedule as Canadian students (see refund section of Payment Information briercrest.ca). All remaining funds deposited to a student account for the purposes of demonstrating financial stability for entrance into the country will be refunded.
See these pages for more information on:
Foreign Credential Recognition
Briercrest requires that the academic records of applicants who have completed postsecondary education outside of Canada and/or the United States be assessed for Canadian equivalency. Briercrest requires a course-by-course or comprehensive assessment. (This policy can also be found in our Seminary Academic Calendar.)
Transfer Students
We want to help make your transition to Briercrest Seminary as seamless as possible. Once you’re ready to apply to Briercrest Seminary as a transfer student, follow the steps below! Don’t hesitate to get in touch with Samuel Jung(sjung@briercrest.ca) if you have any questions about the application process.
Step 1: Application
Review the Admission Requirements before proceeding.
Fill out the Briercrest Seminary Application Form
Online Application Form
Application fee: $100 (non-refundable).
Step 2: Transcripts
Please request official transcripts from all post-secondary and graduate institutions you have attended to be sent to Briercrest Seminary.
eTranscripts can be sent to: seminaryenrollment@briercrest.ca
eTranscript is the fastest and most secure way to receive an official transcript.
* Transcripts sent by you, or eTranscripts sent from unofficial school emails will not be accepted as official copies.
Sealed transcripts can be mailed to:
Briercrest Seminary Admissions
510 College Drive, Caronport, SK S0H 0S0
Transfer Information
Students who have completed graduate-level course work at another institution can submit their official transcripts and request transfer credit.
Briercrest Seminary has a residency requirement of 30 credit hours for the Master of Arts and Master of Divinity degrees. In addition to fulfilling the residency requirements, students must complete a minimum of half of all required courses, in both core and program specific requirements, through Briercrest. Transfer credits will be applied to a limit that allows the student to meet both requirements during their time at Briercrest Seminary.
Transcript Evaluation
Successfully completed courses will be transferred based on the accreditation of the teaching institution they were completed at. Have your previous institution(s) mail us official copies of your final transcripts. Faxes or photocopies are adequate for an unofficial transfer analysis to be completed, but no transfer credit will be awarded until an official copy of your final transcript is received by the Enrolment Services office.
If you have attended more than one graduate institution, please forward transcripts from each one. The results of your transfer analysis will be made known to you approximately one week after we receive this information.
Step 3: References:
Your references will receive a reference form via email to complete. Please ask them to check for an email from us.
Step 4: Additional Requirements (Only for Counselling & Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care Programs)
Master of Arts in Clinical Counselling, Master of Arts in Couple and Family Therapy, Certificate of the Seminary: Counselling Specialty, Master of Divinity (Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care) and Master of Christian Ministries (Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care)
After Step 2, we will review your application, and once your general admission has been approved, you will receive an email from us with further instructions.
Counselling Programs (MACC & MACFT) Admissions (Interview) Process Information
Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care Programs (MDiv & MCM) Admissions (Interview) Process Information
Application Deadline:
Counselling Program Application Deadlines are April 30 (for start in January) and November 30 (for start in August) each year.
The other programs do not have application deadlines. We accept applications year-round.
Mature Students
We want it to be possible for you to pursue our Seminary education, even if you don’t have an undergraduate degree. If you’re 28 years old or older and don’t have the equivalent of an undergraduate degree, you may be eligible for admission into Briercrest Seminary as a mature student!
To start, mature students must complete Briercrest’s Certificate of the Seminary, a one-year program is designed for students looking to learn and grow in an academic context. After completing the Certificate of the Seminary with a GPA of 2.7, students are able to work towards other programs offered by Briercrest Seminary. Follow the steps below to apply as a mature student. Please contact Samuel Jung(sjung@briercrest.ca) if you have any questions throughout the application process!
Step 1: Application
Review the Admission Requirements before proceeding.
Fill out the Briercrest Seminary Application Form
Online Application Form
Application fee: $100 (non-refundable).
Step 2: Transcripts
Please request official transcripts from all post-secondary and graduate institutions you have attended to be sent to Briercrest Seminary.
eTranscripts can be sent to: seminaryenrollment@briercrest.ca
eTranscript is the fastest and most secure way to receive an official transcript.
* Transcripts sent by you, or eTranscripts sent from unofficial school emails will not be accepted as official copies.
Sealed transcripts can be mailed to:
Briercrest Seminary Admissions
510 College Drive, Caronport, SK S0H 0S0
Step 3: References:
Your references will receive a reference form via email to complete. Please ask them to check for an email from us.
Step 4: Additional Requirements (Only for Counselling & Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care Programs)
Master of Arts in Clinical Counselling, Master of Arts in Couple and Family Therapy, Certificate of the Seminary: Counselling Specialty, and
Master of Divinity (Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care).
After Step 2, we will review your application, and once your general admission has been approved, you will receive an email from us with further instructions.
Counselling Programs (MACC & MACFT) Admissions (Interview) Process Information
Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care Programs (MDiv) Admissions (Interview) Process Information
Application Deadline:
Counselling Program Application Deadlines are April 30 (for start in January) and November 30 (for start in August) each year.
The other programs do not have application deadlines. We accept applications year-round.