Admission Requirements

St. Rafael Kalinowski, OCD

• Age: Candidates are usually between 20 and 40, although exceptions can be made with the permission of the Provincial.
  
  
• Education: Because of the length of time required for studies for the priesthood, it is preferable for candidates already to have an undergraduate degree. Brother candidates need at least a high school degree and some further study or work experience.
  
  
• Finances: Candidates must be debt-free, with no dependents (young children, parents) and able to provide for personal health insurance for about two years. Candidates needing assistance will be seriously considered.
  
  
• Candidates must be unmarried and free to enter a religious community.
  
  
• Candidates must meet certain health requirements as set out in Canon Law and Province policies.
  
  
• Candidates must provide other documentation as requested including transcripts and letters of recommendation.