How to Apply to The Seattle School

Your story, calling, and experience matter. At The Seattle School, we bring together theology, psychology, and culture to equip people for meaningful work and lives of service.

Our admissions process is thoughtful, relational, and accessible. We want to learn more about your story and vocational direction while helping you discern the program that is right for you.

Whether you are pursuing a master’s degree, certificate, or individual graduate course, you’ll find the application path, requirements, and deadlines below. Whether you want to earn a master’s degree, complete a certificate, or take an individual graduate course, there is an application path for you.

1. Choose Your Application

Master’s Degree

For students pursuing a graduate degree in Counseling Psychology or Theology & Culture.

Choose a Deadline: November 1 (Priority), February 1 (General), May 1 (Final)

Application requires: Two essays, CV/résumé, two references, official transcripts, and a $50 application fee.

Group Interview: Once you submit your application, you will receive an email inviting you to attend an online Group Interview. This is the final component of your application. After it is complete, your materials will go to the Admissions Review Committee.

Apply for a Master’s Program

Certificate

For students seeking focused graduate-level education without pursuing a master’s degree.

Deadline: November 1, 2026

Application requires: Two essays, CV/résumé, two references, official transcripts and a $50 application fee.

Apply for a Certificate

Non-Degree Courses

For students who want to take individual graduate courses without pursuing a degree.

Choose a Deadline: Fall: May 1 | Winter: November 1 | Spring: February 1

Application requires: Official transcripts, five short-answer responses of fewer than 200 words each, and a $50 application fee.

Apply for a Non-Degree Course

2. What Happens After You Apply?

Applications are reviewed by The Seattle School’s Admissions Review Committee. Candidates are selected based on their aptitude for rigorous academic work, vocational direction, life experience, emotional and relational intelligence, and resonance with our mission and ethos.

Master’s applicants receive an admissions decision within one month of the applicable deadline. Certificate and non-degree timelines may vary.

3. Questions?

We’re happy to help you determine which application is right for you.
Admissions: admissions@theseattleschool.edu

As part of our commitment to support students with disabilities, if you need accommodations to complete your application, contact our Manager of Accessibility & Vocational Programs at dtidwell@theseattleschool.edu.