Overview
Students entering the Religious Studies and Theology program at the Graduate Theological Union can choose their fields of study from among more than thirty concentrations grouped into four interdisciplinary departments: Sacred Texts and Their Interpretation, Historical and Cultural Studies of Religion, Theology and Ethics, and Religion and Practice. Each MA student affiliates with a GTU member school or academic center during their program.
Key facts:
Recognizing the GTU as a haven for interreligous dialogue and scholarship, we are pursuing a new MA concentration in Interreligious Studies and Spirituality. This will offer MA students an opportunity to customize a degree path in conjunction with their advisor that will draw on the resources offered across the academic centers and member schools of the GTU.
The program provides ecumenical and interreligious learning opportunities, and students have access to courses offered throughout the consortium, and many courses at UC Berkeley. The purpose of the program is to provide a basic understanding of theological or religious studies as preparation for doctoral study or as an academic foundation or secondary school teaching, educational or social justice ministries, or religious leadership in the non-profit sector.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Research Methods
- Interreligious Studies
- Sacred Texts & Their Interpretation
- Historical & Cultural Studies of Religion
- Theology & Ethics
- Religion & Practice
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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More details
Apply before July 15, and your application fee will be waived.
Apps submitted after the priority deadline are considered on a rolling basis as space allows.
Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 79
Credits
48 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Area & Cultural Studies Religious Studies & Theology School Counselling View 671 other Masters in Religious Studies & Theology in United StatesAcademic requirements
GRE® 150 (verbal)
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 79
Other requirements
General requirements
- The Application Form
- An Academic Statement of Purpose
- Three academic letters of recommendation
- Official transcripts from each undergraduate and graduate school
- Official Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores and TOEFL Exam Requirements
- Application Fee of $40 (Apply before July 15, 2021, and your application fee will be waived).
Tuition Fee
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International
19800 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 825 USD per credit during 24 months. -
National
19800 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 825 USD per credit during 24 months.
Living costs for Berkeley
1750 - 2820 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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