USM | Dallas

Get equipped to minister to The Lord with our team in Dallas, TX.

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Overview & Values

USM students will spend approximately 10 hours a week in the following activities - Virtual Classroom, Prayer Room, Transformation Group, Virtual UPPERROOM Weekend Worship Service, and Homework.

1. Jesus

Jesus is our foundation, desire, pursuit, source of unity and blessed hope. The goal of all we do is to seek Him first and to know Him intimately. The fruit is to reveal Him to the world.

2. Ministry to the Lord (Coming In)

• Thanksgiving
• Worship
• Intercession

3. Ministry to Others (Going Out)

• Honor
• Identity
• Servitude

1. Jesus

Jesus is our foundation, desire, pursuit, source of unity and blessed hope. The goal of all we do is to seek Him first and to know Him intimately. The fruit is to reveal Him to the world.

2. Ministry to the Lord
(Coming In)

• Thanksgiving
• Worship
• Intercession

3. Ministry to Others
(Going Out)

• Honor
• Identity
• Servitude

Admissions & Calendar

Learn more about our admissions process and school calendar by clicking through the tabs below.

Admissions Information

Deadlines

► Applications Open: December 29, 2022
► Early Admissions Deadline: February 15, 2023
► Late Admissions Deadline: May 1, 2023

Prerequisites

► Must have a high school diploma or GED.
► Must be 18 years old.
► Must be a U.S. Resident.*
► Must be born again.

Requirements

► Application Fee: $40 (nonrefundable)
► Completed application
► A photo of your driver's license or other valid ID
► Digital passport style photo
► A copy of your high school or college transcript or GED
► References: 1 Pastoral, 1 Professional, 1 Personal

*Unfortunately we are not able to accept international students at this time.

Admissions Process

1. Application

To complete the online application you will need:
► A photo of your driver's license or other valid ID
► A passport style photo
► A copy of your high school or college transcript or GED
► A nonrefundable $40 application fee
► The name, email and phone number of three references.

2. References

In order to complete your application, you will need to list three references: one pastoral, one professional and one personal. Please make sure to list an accurate email address for each of your references. We also recommend following up with your references to make sure that they complete the reference form in a timely manner.

3. Interview

After we receive your completed application, you may be contacted to set up an interview with a USM staff member. In this case, you will be notified within 2 to 4 weeks after the interview regarding your admission’s decision.

4. Deposit

A nonrefundable deposit of $500 is required to secure your admission to the school. Your admissions letter from USM does not secure your seat in class; your deposit does.

5. Tuition

Tuition for the 2023-2024 school year is $5000 to be paid in full by August 15, 2023. This covers all classes, books, and the Fall Retreat. Tuition does not cover living expenses while in Dallas.

*Acceptance to USM will require the completion of a background check.

Calendar 2023 - 2024

Fall Semester 2023
August 21-25: Orientation Retreat
August 28: First Day of Class/Module 1 Begins
September 4: Labor Day Holiday/UPPERROOM Closed
October 12: Module 1 Ends
October 16-19: Guest Speaker Week
October 23: Module 2 Begins
November 20-23: Thanksgiving Break
December 14: Module 2 Ends
December 15 - January 7: Christmas Break

Spring Semester 2024
January 8: Module 3 Begins
January 15: MLK Day/UPPERROOM Closed
February 5-8: Guest Speaker Week
February 29: Module 3 Ends
March 4: Module 4 Begins
March 11-14: Spring Break
April 25: Module 4 Ends
April 29-May 2: Local Outreaches
May 4: Commissioning

Calendar 2021

From August to May.
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What is the school’s calendar?

USM classes begin at the end of August and continue through May. See 2023-2024 Calendar for specific dates.

When is the application deadline?

The application deadline is May 1, 2023.

How much is the application fee?

$40 (nonrefundable)

What is required to apply?

A photo of your driver’s license or other valid ID, digital passport style photo, a copy of your high school or college transcript or GED (NOT a diploma; unofficial copies are accepted), application fee, 3 references: 1 professional, 1 pastoral, 1 personal.

“USM is a launching pad. Be ready for spiritual surgery and real discipleship that will launch you into God’s fullness.”

Jehosaphat, 26

“If you want deeper intimacy with Jesus and to grow in leadership, you should come.”

Alexis, 25

“USM has been a foundational unveiling of truth in my life.”

IsaaCc, 21

“Transformation happens at USM. If you’re on the fence, I would say do it! It is the best and easiest decision I’ve made.”

Majesty, 22

“At USM I’ve learned that God is good. Way better than I had ever realized. He truly loves His kids.”

Katlin, 24

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Overview & Values

USM students will spend approximately 25 hours a week in the following activities - Classroom, PrayerRoom, Transformation Groups, Weekend Worship Services, Serving UPPERROOM Dallas or Frisco, and Homework.

Identity (Royal Priesthood)

Ministry to the Lord (In & Out Lifestyle)

Ministry to Others (In & Out Lifestyle)

USM | Dallas

Overview & Values

1. Jesus

2. Ministry to the Lord (Coming In)

3. Ministry to Others (Going Out)

Overview

1. Jesus

2. Ministry to the Lord (Coming In)

3. Ministry to Others (Going Out)

Admissions & Calendar

Admissions Information

Deadlines

Prerequisites

Requirements

Admissions Process

1. Application

2. References

3. Interview

4. Deposit

5. Tuition

Calendar 2023 - 2024

Calendar 2021

From August to May. Learn the specifics here.

FAQs

Have questions? Find answers here.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the school’s calendar?

When is the application deadline?

How much is the application fee?

What is required to apply?

“USM is a launching pad. Be ready for spiritual surgery and real discipleship that will launch you into God’s fullness.”

“If you want deeper intimacy with Jesus and to grow in leadership, you should come.”

“USM has been a foundational unveiling of truth in my life.”

“Transformation happens at USM. If you’re on the fence, I would say do it! It is the best and easiest decision I’ve made.”

“At USM I’ve learned that God is good. Way better than I had ever realized. He truly loves His kids.”

Ready to Apply?

Ready to apply?

Overview & Values

2. Ministry to the Lord
(Coming In)

3. Ministry to Others
(Going Out)

From August to May.
Learn the specifics here.

Have questions?
Find answers here.

Frequently Asked
Questions