Overview
About this Degree
A candidate for the MTS in Theological Studies degree at Reformed Presbyterian Theological Seminary is required to take 90 credits. Each student will take a sequence of core courses from each of the four departments of the Seminary and prepare an Integrative Research Project near the end of the MTS. Additionally, each student in this degree program must choose between Biblical Studies, Doctrinal and Historical Studies, or Biblical Counseling as an area of concentration and take the prescribed number of credits in that chosen area. Elective courses of special interest to the individual student will be taken to complete the 90 credits required for graduation.
Completion of the course of study ordinarily requires at least two academic years. With the exception of one one-week intensive course, the MTS degree (Biblical Studies and Doctrinal and Historical Studies concentrations only) may be fully earned through distance learning courses. Beyond the one required intensive, students who desire to complete these concentrations through distance learning should work with their advisor on substitute courses for any other classes not available online.
Programme Structure
Courses:
- Doctrine of Revelation
- Pentateuch
- Spiritual Development
- Theo. Research & Writing
- Interpretation of the Bibl
- Gospels
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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- We recommend that you submit all application paperwork three months prior to the first day of the quarter in which you want to start classes.
Language
English
Credits
90 SCH
Delivered
On Campus, Online
Disciplines
Religious Studies & Theology Christian Studies View 240 other Masters in Christian Studies in United StatesAcademic requirements
GPA 2.5
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- A minimum of 90 quarter hours, extending over at least six quarters, must be completed no later than the spring quarter of your final year
- A minimum of 63 quarter hours in required courses and nine hours in elective courses must be completed
- At least 18 hours of study in the area of concentration beyond core courses must be completed: Doctrinal and Historical Studies, 18 hours of combined study in Systematic Theology and Church History; Biblical Studies, 18 hours of combined study in New Testament and Old Testament Studies; Biblical Counseling, 12 hours in counseling beyond the core requirement, and six hours in selected courses. (NOTE: Full-time students must declare their intended concentration upon matriculation.
- A cumulative GPA of 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale)
- Students must score a minimum of 54 to be considered for acceptance into RPTS. Equivalent TOEFL or IELTS scores may be submitted instead of EFSET.
Tuition Fee
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International
16830 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 16830 USD per year during 24 months. -
National
16830 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 16830 USD per year during 24 months.
Living costs for Pittsburgh
1148 - 1944 USD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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