Renovaré Institute
2026-2028 Dallas Cohort - Applications Open
Thanks for your interest in applying for the Renovaré Institute. Applications for the 2026-28 cohort, with residencies in Dallas, are now open.
Please read the details below. When you are ready, click the Apply Online button at the bottom.
Dallas Cohort Application Deadline
February 1, 2026
Program Dates
August 1, 2026 - July 31, 2028
Residency Dates
The residencies for our 2026-28 Dallas Cohort will be held at Montserrat Jesuit Retreat House in Lake Dallas, TX.
- Residency 1: August 24 - 30, 2026
- Residency 2: April 12 - 18, 2027
- Residency 3: November 8 - 14, 2027
- Residency 4: June 26 - July 2, 2028
Tuition
The cost for each year of the two-year Dallas Cohort will be $5,400. This includes all meals, lodging, and teaching at the residencies as well as the online courses themselves. This does not include books, travel, or any costs associated with finding and seeing a spiritual director during the last 18 months of the program.
When Will I Know If I'm Accepted?
Interviews will take place in February and March 2026. Notices of acceptance will go out in April 2026.
More Questions?
Many frequently asked questions are answered here: https://renovare.org/institute/faq.
Want to talk with someone about the program?
Schedule a call with Wendy Dean or email her at [email protected].
🙏 We know this is an important decision. May the Lord give you wisdom and peace as you discern the next steps on your journey.
How to Apply
Applications are only accepted online and there is a $100 nonrefundable application fee.
Before we begin, you'll want to have the following items ready:
- Your spiritual journey as a Word Doc or PDF.
(View instructions for writing your spiritual journey.) - The name and email addresses of a pastoral reference and a character reference.
- A digital photo of yourself.
- A credit or debit card for the $100 application fee.
All set? Click the button below to open the application.
The application will take about 15-20 minutes to complete. Should you start but not complete the application, progress will automatically be saved on the same device, but we recommend completing it in one sitting to ensure no information is lost.