Admissions

Application: Each applicant must complete the admissions application. The application is available here Please answer all questions. If a question does not apply to you, write N/A (not applicable) in the space provided. All applications must be submitted with the non-refundable fee of $55.00. We do accept credit card payments online, but if you are unable to pay with a credit card, please make checks or money orders payable to Raven's Hope International.

Photo & Background Check: You will need to submit either a digital photo of yourself, or mail a passport-style photo, and pass a background check.

References: Three recommendation letters must be submitted to RHI—one from your pastor and two personal recommendations from people who know you well and can speak on your behalf regarding your character, gifts, and calling. Please do not use relatives for any of the required recommendations. If your pastor is your parent or spouse, ask another member of the church's pastoral staff to complete the form.

Application Deadline Date: Applicants are advised to apply as early as possible, the maximum number of participants that can be accepted per year is limited. Preference for acceptance will be given to applicants who have submitted all required documents in a timely manner. The deadline for registration is August 1 for citizens of the United States and Canada, and May 1 for foreign applicants.

Your application is submitted for review when we have received all necessary documents including your completed application, background check, current "passport-style" photo, application fee, and three references. Once RHI has reviewed & approved your application, you will be emailed an acceptance letter.

Within 30 days of receiving your acceptance letter, you are required to submit a non-refundable/non-transferable $300.00 deposit. This assures us that you are coming to RHI and reserves your place.