Overview

The Augustinian tradition draws upon the legacy of St. Augustine’s passionate pursuit of truth, an intentional endeavor that summons the union of mind and heart, correlates faith with reason, builds unity in the midst of diversity, and proceeds in the conviction that all authentic human wisdom is ultimately in harmony with divine wisdom.

Christian theology and ministry in the Augustinian tradition are living, enduring ways of understanding and of practice that continue to be refined, developed and extended as they engage the contemporary world.

Tracks

The Master of Arts in Theology (MA) from Villanova University offers a foundational and comprehensive theological experience that attracts many types of students, including those seeking an integrated initiation to graduate theology, opportunities to enhance their ministry or vocational pathway, preparation for further graduate work or teaching in secondary education. For current Villanova undergraduates, this degree may be earned jointly, after the completion of a Bachelor’s of Arts with a major in Theology and Religious Studies, in five years total.

The General Pastoral Ministry Track prepares individuals for transformative leadership in areas that include: lay ministry, education, counseling, non-profit management and social work.

The track in Chaplaincy Education serves those who wish to prepare for chaplaincy ministry in health care, prison, military, corporate, university and other institutional settings. The program enables students interested in pursuing certification in hospital chaplaincy to complete the necessary coursework and Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) requirements to apply for board certification.

Master of Theological Studies (MTS)

The Master of Theological Studies (MTS) is a comprehensive terminal degree for students who seek advanced training in preparation for doctoral studies, teaching or ministerial work or who seek more advanced positions in humanitarian, philanthropic, religious, or other nonprofit, and charitable organizations.

The Theological Education Track is distinctive for its focus on dedicated coursework in religious/theological pedagogy and a semester-long classroom apprenticeship experience. This track uniquely aligns with the Heart of Teaching Program developed through Villanova’s Theology doctoral program.

The Research Track focuses on critical and advanced synthesis, demonstrated through concentrated areas of study and the design and presentation in a scholarly/professional capacity of a culminating research paper or project.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Sacramental Theology for Pastoral Care
Church and Lay Ministry After Vatican
Intercultural Competencies
Loss, Grief, and Theology
Interfaith/Intercultural Studies
Biblical Theology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

48 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Philadelphia, United States

Disciplines

Philosophy Theology and Religious Studies Christian Studies View 476 other Masters in Christian Studies in United States

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Academic requirements

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

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Online application form
Transcripts
2 recommendation letters
Resume
Application Essay
Prompt: Which situations, questions, and/or readings have motivated you to study theology within the Catholic tradition, and what are your goals for pursuing the degree?
Length: 500 word maximum
$50 non-refundable application fee

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

21288 USD / year

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Out-of-State

21288 USD / year

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21288 USD / year

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Living costs

Philadelphia

United States

800 - 1300 USD / month

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Funding

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Scholarships Information

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