Overview
Key Features
Students must complete a summative exercise at the end of their program which takes the form of a master’s thesis, a major paper, or a paper/project.
The Religion program of Claremont School of Theology is informed by the history of Christian reflection and practice, by deep and open dialogue between religious traditions, and by the quest to understand and respond constructively to the contemporary world.
It presupposes the need for scholars and religious leaders who are able to positively engage the needs of the world through an understanding of past traditions, present dialogue, and a continuing quest for understanding and wisdom.
The Master of Arts curriculum combines training in academic content and methods, in the research skills appropriate to the study of religion and the various theological disciplines, and in the knowledge and sensitivity necessary for teachers and ministers to engage in dialogue across cultures and religions.
All graduates are expected to acquire both breadth and depth of preparation in relation to their overall degree objectives. Breadth is established by taking a wide range of survey courses in the theological disciplines. Depth is probed in the final summative exercise.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Theories and Practices of Spiritual Care
- Interreligious Dialogue and Leadership
- History of World Christianities
- Christian Ethics
- The Hebrew Bible in Context
- The New Testament in Context
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
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Disciplines
Philosophy & Ethics Religious Studies & Theology Christian Studies View 324 other Masters in Christian Studies in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Application Form
- Application Fee ($50)
- Resume/CV
- Personal Statement (Approximately 1000 words)
- Your personal statement should address: your reasons for a pursuit of graduate theological study, your desire to study at Claremont School of Theology, your intended use of the degree in meeting future goals
- Official sealed transcripts from all institutions attended after high school
- Letters of Recommendation – 3 total
- English Proficiency Documentation - required for all applicants for whom English is a second language. Either official TOEFL or official IELTS scores will be accepted.
Tuition Fee
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International
26520 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1105 USD per credit during 24 months. -
National
26520 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1105 USD per credit during 24 months.
Living costs for Claremont
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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