Master of Arts in Pastoral Theology Degree
Summary
The online Master of Arts in Pastoral Theology program, rooted in Roman Catholic theology and ministry, will serve people involved with parishes, diocesan agencies, hospitals, retreat/spiritual centers or social service agencies. This program builds on your previous theological foundation providing a spiritual and pastoral orientation with practical applications. The curricular design of the program is in accord with the United States’ Catholic Bishops, Co-Workers in the Vineyard of the Lord: A Resource for Guiding the Development of Lay Ecclesial Ministry (2005).
Students of all faiths who will profit from the study of Catholic pastoral theology are welcome to the program.
Required Credits: 36
Highlights
- Flexible online format that allows you to study at your own schedule, at your own pace and at your own location.
- Interact with and learn from other students and faculty to deepen skills applicable toward Church ministry roles.
- No on-campus residency required; optional two-week summer sessions on lakeside campus to accelerate degree.
- Completion of the program prepares you for entry into theological doctorate degrees.
- Courses blend content with your professional experience, allowing for immediate application in your work setting.
- Faculty with current knowledge and experience in the field of theology, religion and counseling will work one-on-one with you to ensure your success.
Admission Requirements
You may apply for and be granted admission status at any time during the year, regardless of program choice.
For all graduate programs, applicants are required to have a baccalaureate degree from an institution of higher learning accredited or accepted as accredited in the United States, with a cumulative grade point of 2.5 or better. Students who do not meet the cumulative grade point standard may be conditionally accepted and required to take specific introductory course work and complete it with a grade of 3.0 or better, prior to consideration of formal acceptance.