Although the Theological College of Zimbabwe includes “Academic Excellence” among its Core Values, academic qualifications alone do not guarantee an applicant’s acceptance to study at TCZ. As a private Christian institution whose mandate is to train leaders for Christian ministry in the Church and society, TCZ reserves the right to decline acceptance to applicants who do not accept the College’s Statement of Faith or who give evidence that they are not prepared to abide by the Lifestyle Covenant (a copy of which is sent to applicants in the application process, and is also available by request from the College). 

In addition, acceptance may be declined if, in the judgement of College administrators, the applicant does not demonstrate a high level of commitment to Christ and to ministry in the Church and society, or does not demonstrate a maturity or sense of commitment to Christian community which is required of TCZ students.