Overview

The master's degree and graduate certificate in Catechetical Ministry at University of Dallas are specifically designed for those who would like to serve as directors of adult formation, parish catechetical leaders or directors of children's formation, directors of RCIA, Catholic school teachers or administrators.

The program combines theological and pastoral knowledge with practical application of catechetical principles and methods. Every student in the Catechetical Ministry program takes a set of core courses and courses focused specifically on the principles of religious education.

Master of Catechetical Ministry Degree Requirements

Master of catechetical ministry students combine the ministry core curriculum (21 credit hours) with degree-specific course requirements (15 credit hours) to complete 36 total credit hours of course work. Additionally, students complete an annotated bibliography to help solidify and demonstrate their understanding of the theological knowledge appropriate to professional catechetical ministry.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Systematic Theology
Moral Theology
Liturgy and Sacraments
Ministry in the Church
Pastoral Administration and Management
Catechetics and the Development of Faith

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-15 00:00:00
Starting 2026-01-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-15 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

37 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Blended, Online

Campus Location

Dallas, United States

Disciplines

Philosophy Management Studies Theology and Religious Studies View 1173 other Masters in Management Studies in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.75

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
A minimum undergraduate grade point average (GPA) of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale.
Complete the online application
Pay the $25 application fee (non-refundable)
Provide the appropriate application documents:
Submit your official transcripts for all regionally accredited colleges/universities attended. You may also upload your unofficial transcripts, if granted admission, official transcripts will be required before you can register for classes.
Submit your professional resume. Required for Catholic School Leadership program.
Submit a Theological Reflection Essay

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Tuition Fee

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International

29600 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 800 USD per credit during 12 months.
National

29600 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 800 USD per credit during 12 months.
In-State

29600 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 800 USD per credit during 12 months.

Living costs for Dallas

1140 - 1925 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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