Overview

The Sacred Scripture programme at Oblate School of Theology Students will be exposed to the full range of biblical books and to a diversity of exegetical approaches, both ancient and contemporary. Inspired by the work of the Pontifical Biblical Commission, graduates from this program will engage with the Christian Sacred Scriptures based on sound critical methods and hermeneutic principles.

About the programme

The program is oriented to nourish the personal and professional growth of persons seeking to serve the mission of the Church from an ecumenical perspective. Sacred Scripture, Oblate School of Theology’s newest Master of Arts degree program, is “future-proofing” the church of tomorrow.
One mode of completing the program in its entirety will be offered online, for students who so desire.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Canon and History
Scriptural Hermeneutics
Wisdom Literature of the OT

The Torah
Theology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

San Antonio, United States

Disciplines

Theology and Religious Studies View 746 other Masters in Theology and Religious 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

Complete the online application and payment form.

Submit official transcripts from all colleges attended, undergraduate and graduate, reflecting degree(s) received from an accredited U.S. institution or equivalent training at an institution outside the U.S. sent directly to OST. Student copies are not acceptable.

Goals and Objectives Form

Biographical Information Form

Three recommendations, on forms provided by the School, attesting to the candidate’s religious, moral, and intellectual qualifications for ministry:

One from someone in authority within the applicant’s denominational structures verifying his/her good standing;

One from someone who is qualified to attest to the applicant’s academic ability;

One from any person of the applicant’s choosing.

If necessary, submit official score reports from the Miller Analogies Test (MAT) or Graduate Records Examination (GRE).

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

15930 USD / year

≈ 15930 USD / year
Out-of-State

15930 USD / year

≈ 15930 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

15930 USD / year

≈ 15930 USD / year

Living costs

San Antonio

United States

972 - 1507 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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