Overview

In addition to the MAL program, the Master of Arts in Liturgical Studies program at University of Saint Mary of the Lake is considered an “academic” degree. It requires reading knowledge of Latin and one modern foreign language and writing an academic thesis. This program may be completed online over two academic years, on campus over five summers, or part-time.

The MALS is a prerequisite to attaining your PhD, and successful completion of the MALS opens the possibility of further studies at the PhD level. With the MALS, you will immerse yourself in a dedicated community that fosters in-depth learning and spiritual formation in the rich Catholic tradition.

Who Benefits from the MALS Program?

Priests and those who plan to work at the parish, diocesan, or secondary education levels
Director of Worship
People who specialize in religious art, architecture, music, and book publishing
Those preparing for doctoral studies in liturgy

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biblical Principles of Interpretation – Old Testament

Canon Law

Catholic Social Teaching

Christian Anthropology

Christian Leadership in the Tradition

Church History

Cristologia

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00

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More details

The deadline for completed applications materials is ten (10) days before the start of the academic term.

Language

English

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IELTS

5.5

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Mundelein, United States

Disciplines

Theology and Religious Studies View 752 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

A bachelor’s degree
At least 18 hours of theology, philosophy, or religious studies coursework. Provisional acceptance may be granted upon request for applicants without these prerequisites
Language competency in Latin and one modern research language must be completed before the first semester of study ends
Official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate programs attended
Three letters of recommendation: from a pastor or religious superior; from a professor or academic instructor, preferably in theology or a related field; from an employer or supervisor in ministry
A personal statement explaining the applicant’s interest in the program and professional or ministerial goals
Students for whom English is a second language must demonstrate ability for research and writing in English.

Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

25800 USD / year

≈ 25800 USD / year
Out-of-State

25800 USD / year

≈ 25800 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

25800 USD / year

≈ 25800 USD / year

Living costs

Mundelein

United States

1100 - 1500 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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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Who Benefits from the MALS Program?

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

Mundelein

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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