Overview
About Philosophy and Theology for Ministry at Saint Louis University
The Master of Arts in Philosophy and Theology for Ministry consists of 47 credits: 12 credits of graduate philosophy, 18 credits of graduate theology, 12 graduate credits of electives (which may include up to six credits of philosophy and six credits of theology), and five graduate credits devoted to a two-semester, integrative capstone project. In the capstone, students integrate their own ministerial experience with philosophical, theological, and other disciplinary knowledge as appropriate for their capstone topic.
Careers
Saint Louis University’s Master of Arts in Philosophy and Theology for Ministry provides the intellectual foundations for intelligent service of the Gospel and further studies in divinity. Together with suitable pre-requisites in philosophy, the program allows students to complete the philosophical coursework, and one year of theological coursework, required for ordination in the Catholic priesthood, as stipulated in the Program of Priestly Formation (PPF).
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Church History
- Pastoral Theology
- Spiritual Theology
- Scriptures
- Theology Electives
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Acceptance into the program requires approval of the dean.
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Philosophy & Ethics Religious Studies & Theology View 601 other Masters in Religious Studies & Theology in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- approval of the dean
- approval of the appropriate religious superior or bishop
- prerequisites in undergraduate philosophy and theology may be required at the discretion of the dean
Tuition Fee
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International
19113 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1220 USD per credit during 36 months. -
National
19113 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1220 USD per credit during 36 months.
Living costs for Saint Louis
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.