Overview

Note that completing the Divinity degree at the University of San Diego does not entitle the recipient to ordination. Admission to ordination is the decision of local diocesan ordinaries or superiors of religious orders who may have further requirements or expectations.

Who Is the MDiv Degree For?

A Master of Divinity is required for anyone who wishes to become ordained in Church ministry; the MDiv program at FST is ideally suited for those drawn to the teachings and charism of St. Francis of Assisi. Lay persons who wish to develop their ministerial skills alongside seminarians in a world-class academic environment are also welcome. MDiv applicants range from recent undergraduates to established professionals. Applicants with an academic background in philosophy or religious studies will feel most prepared for the coursework.

Programme Structure

Courses include;

New Testament
Advanced New Testament Courses
Synoptic Gospels
Gospel and Epistles of John
Pauline Letters
Ethics of Professional Ministry
Franciscan Christology

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Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-25 00:00:00

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Applications for admission are accepted on a rolling basis

Language

English

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Credits

72 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

San Diego, 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.

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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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10380 USD / year

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10380 USD / year

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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 MDiv Degree For?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Domestic

Living costs

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Financing

Funding

Scholarships Information

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