Requirements:

1. Meet the minimum age requirement of 23 years by the first day of class.
• Age exceptions may be permitted in very limited circumstances at the discretion of the HCLI Academic and Enrollment Committee.
2. Be a United States Citizen.
3. Be a committed follower of Christ.
4. Demonstrate a strong sense of the call of God on their life.
5. Be a current, regular, and active member of a local church for at least three months.
6. Ensure access to sufficient financial resources to cover tuition, fees, and expenses.
7. Be a graduate of an accredited four-year high school, equivalent homeschool, or received a GED.
8. Affirm agreement with the Highlands College Statement of Faith.
9. Submit an application and complete all application requirements.

Applicants pursuing either the Ministry Leadership or Missions Leadership certificate must submit the following additional requirements to complete the admissions process:

• Ministry Recommendation from a Church of the Highlands Staff Member
• Character Recommendation
• Phone Interview
• Ministry Calling Essay
• 3 Month Serve Requirement

Following receipt of a completed application demonstrating that the above requirements are met, the Admissions Committee will review the applicant and will notify the applicant of an admissions decision. In some cases, the Admissions Committee may request that an applicant provide additional evidence that they meet these requirements. At its discretion, the Admissions Committee may apply additional conditions concerning the above entry requirements.

Online Reference Forms for Missions Leadership & Ministry Leadership Applicants

Applicants must submit at least two online reference forms as part of their admission application. Reference Requirements:

• Character Recommendation: This reference should be completed by someone who has a close, personal relationship with the applicant, such as a pastor, pastoral staff, small group leader, Dream Team leader, employer, coach, mentor, etc. who can testify to the applicant's Christian character. The reference may not be from a relative.
• Ministry Service Recommendation: Applicants must submit at least one reference from a Church of the Highlands staff member from their campus who can testify to the applicant’s relationship with Jesus and their leadership skills. The reference may not be from a relative.