A Bachelor's degree from a recognized college or university is required for admission. Ten per cent of the student body may be admitted with two years of college or university education if they are endorsed by one of the School's sponsoring denominations.

The Admissions and Program Committee meets monthly. Admitted students may register only in September and January. Applications from persons without a bachelor's degree are considered at the May meeting each year. References, transcripts, autobiographical statements, vocational plans, and academic ability are among the criteria for acceptance. In order to gain entrance into the school an application form must be completed. It is available on-line here or in hard copy format. Paper application forms are available from the Coordinator of Recruitment by phone at 604-822-0824 or by e-mail at admissions@vst.edu. All applicants must also submit the following: * Application fee ($75) * Personal Statement (see application form for guidelines) * Theological Reflection (see application form for guidelines) * Three letters of reference indicating background, character, personal maturity, motivation, health, education and capability for study at the appropriate level * Offical Transcripts from former undergraduate and graduate work * Tenative Budget Form * one recent photograph