Overview

Each student’s background and experience is considered in creating a meaningful course of study. The program combines theological study, a focus on developing pastoral skills, and the integration of these two areas. Students beginning the MAPS program may petition to receive advanced standing for previous work. Non-credit ministerial training and years of ministerial experience may also qualify toward advanced standing. This is determined based on transcript evaluation, an interview with the Assistant Dean for Academic Advising and Programs, and the approval of the Academic Dean following admission into the program.

The graduate of the Master of Arts in Pastoral Studies degree at Catholic Theological Union:

Engages in constructive theological reflection on the Catholic scriptures and tradition, and the area of specialization in a faithful, historically critical and culturally and ecumenically sensitive manner
Demonstrates in practice the capacity for effective pastoral leadership in the specialized ministry including an understanding of its cultural and religious context.
Demonstrates progress toward integration as a minister/leader including growth in spiritual formation and a coherent theological vision.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biblical Spirituality
Black Theology and Ministry
Franciscan Spirituality
Hispanic Theology and Ministry
Intercultural Studies
Interreligious Studies
Liturgical Studies

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

48 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Abbeville, United States

Disciplines

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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

Bachelor’s degree or qualify for Bachelor degree equivalency
Recommend at least three years prior ministerial experience, paid or volunteer
English language proficiency for graduate level studies

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

47856 USD / year

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Out-of-State

47856 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

47856 USD / year

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Living costs

Abbeville

United States

900 - 1400 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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The graduate of the Master of Arts in Pastoral Studies degree at Catholic Theological Union:

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Living costs

Abbeville

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