Admissions
Seminarians come to Alokolum on appointment, for 3 years of formation.
Coming to Alokolum
The path to Alokolum
Priestly formation begins in the local Church. If you are discerning a vocation, your parish priest or diocesan vocations director is the right first contact. Alokolum receives candidates who have been presented by their diocese.
The steps below explain the normal route. Your diocese will provide the final requirements, reporting date and financial instructions that apply to you.
The admissions pathway
01
Begin in your diocese
Speak with your parish priest or diocesan vocations director. They can explain the local discernment process and the preparation expected before major seminary.
02
Discern with your diocese
Your diocese accompanies the discernment, completes its own assessment and confirms whether you are being presented for formation.
03
Receive an appointment
Candidates come to Alokolum through their diocese rather than through a general public application form.
04
Prepare to report
Follow the official reporting date, document, travel and financial instructions supplied by your diocese and the seminary.