Overview

This program consists of a core set of courses in bible, theology, and ministry; concentration area required and elective courses; a ministry practicum with theological reflection; and a final integrating component. The successful graduate of the MA in Ministry at Catholic Theological Union will have the requisite knowledge and skills needed for pastoral ministry and a variety of leadership roles within a variety of contexts.

Goals

Engage in constructive theological reflection on Catholic scripture and tradition in a faithful, historically critical, and culturally and ecumenically sensitive manner
Demonstrate in practice the capacity for effective pastoral leadership within their particular cultural and religious contexts; and
Demonstrate progress toward integration as ministers/leaders, including growth in their spiritual formation and their development of a coherent theological vision.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biblical Ministry
Intercultural Ministry
Liturgical Ministry
Social Justice Ministry
Spiritual Ministry

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

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Abbeville, United States

Disciplines

Theology and Religious Studies Christian 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

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

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

35892 USD / year

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Out-of-State

35892 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

35892 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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