Overview

At Practical Theology and Ministry at Barry University if you are called to serve as directors of RCIA and religious education programs, or being a pastoral counselor or pastoral care associate, or being a chaplain in hospitals or in the military, or minister to youth groups, immigrant workers or as an itinerant preachers, this is the place for you! Our program underscores the importance of the application of theology to everyday life and ministry. Spiritual formation, coursework, and research will help you develop practical solutions to the contemporary ministry challenges of an ever growing and diverse People of God.

Mission

Barry University's MA in Practical Theology and Ministry features an excellent environment that reflects the reality of the 21st century. First, our theological foundations and faith commitment are rooted in a Catholic international university rooted in the Adrian Dominican tradition, a tradition dedicated to seeking truth, valuing diversity, and promoting peace. Second, being located in Miami Shores, a village twenty minutes from vibrant Miami and Fort Lauderdale, makes it uniquely situated in the crossroads of the Americas. In fact, our students represent a diverse community of academic vocations and lay and ordained ministries with various cultural backgrounds and faith traditions. Our faculty is energized by the opportunity to meet and work with people of diverse cultures and faiths.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biblical Hebrew

Jewish Cultures

Christian Scripture

Theology

Ministry

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-01-13 00:00:00

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Starting 2025-08-26 00:00:00

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Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

40 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Theology and Religious Studies General Studies View 163 other Masters in General Studies in United States

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Most programs require a $30 nonrefundable application fee. This fee is waived for Barry alumni or those referred by Barry alumni.

You must submit complete official transcripts from every college or university attended, regardless of whether or not a degree was completed. If you previously attended Barry University, you do not need to re-submit any transcripts already on file.

Submit a statement of purpose (goals) or career narrative statement as required by the specific school.

Provide the required recommendations in support of graduate study.

Supply current admission entrance examination scores (EAT, GMAT, GRE, LSAT, MAT, MCAT), as required by the individual school or program. In general, test scores older than five years will not be accepted.

Tuition Fee

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International

21000 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1050 USD per credit during 24 months.
National

21000 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1050 USD per credit during 24 months.
In-State

21000 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1050 USD per credit during 24 months.

Living costs for North Miami

900 - 1400 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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