Overview

This is a one-of-a-kind professional and spiritual growth experience designed to help you gain the skills and hands-on education you need to advance your career — all while applying your faith to your profession and vocation.

The Franciscan Catholic tradition is a joy-filled faith study that promotes a heart of service, solidarity, and compassion. The Franciscan School of Theology faculty is committed to embodying this tradition in our increasingly diverse and connected world, using faith studies to enact positive change in communities from local to global.

Who Is the MTS Degree For?

Designed for established professionals and recent undergraduates alike, this program is ideal for those pursuing careers in religious education, parish support, or ministry, or as preparation for further academic work. The Theological Studies degree program at the University of San Diego can accommodate all experience levels and welcomes anyone seeking a deeper understanding of faith-based service.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Theology Church and World: Introduction
New Testament
Franciscan Christology
Interpreting the Church Today

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

48 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

San Diego, 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.

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General requirements

Application
$55 Application Fee
Statement of Purpose
Official transcripts from all institutions of higher education previously attended
Letters of Recommendation

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

10380 USD / year

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Out-of-State

10380 USD / year

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In-State

10380 USD / year

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Living costs

San Diego

United States

1400 - 2455 USD / month

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Overview

Who Is the MTS Degree For?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

San Diego

Financing

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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