No GRE/GMAT Masters Program in Theology and Theological Studies

Explore over 70 certificate, master and doctoral programs offered through the Graduate School at Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Marquette is routinely listed among the country top universities, renowned for academic rigor, innovation and the achievements of its community of scholars.

The Theology offers a master program aimed at giving students an integrated approach to theological studies, emphasizing, within theological specialties, the interaction of Judaism and Christianity in antiquity, and in historical, systematic and ethical approaches to theology.

The Master in Theology program seeks to develop scholars who can make significant contributions to theological research and writing, and college and high school teachers who can teach a broad range of courses. This broad theological background has enabled program graduates to enjoy enviable success in securing teaching positions at than 200 colleges and universities, in church work and ministry, and in a variety of other education-related institutions.

Students considering careers in education may choose from three pre-academic specializations:.

Students with other vocational aspirations may prefer one of the following specializations:.

Students participating in the Trinity Fellows program may choose our interdisciplinary specialization in Theology and Society.

The Graduate School is excited to offer all students in humanities graduate programs a $500 per credit hour rate. Take advantage of this nearly 60-percent tuition reduction in the following master of arts programs: English, History, Theology and Philosophy.

Students typically begin their studies in the fall of each academic year.

Rolling admission, which means you may apply any time before the following dates:.

A brief statement of purpose that includes: reasons for wanting to enter the program, vocational objectives, special areas of interest, and reasons for selecting Marquette program.

The Theology draws on the university considerable financial aid resources to offer a variety of assistance opportunities to qualified students. These resources include teaching assistantships (TA), research assistantships (RA), minority student fellowships, graduate teaching fellowships, dissertation fellowships, M.A.C.D. scholarship, Smith Family fellowships, Arthur J. Schmitt fellowships, John P. Raynor, S.J., fellowships and Marquette University scholarships.

Private scholarshipsmay also be available. U.S. citizens and permanent residents may be eligible to apply forstudent loansto help fund their educational expenses as well.

Students interested in the theology master program may want to consider applying for theTrinity Fellows program as well. Trinity Fellows is a graduate fellowship program dedicated to developing urban leaders with a commitment to social and economic justice. Trinity Fellows participate in a 21-month study work program while earning a master degree.

Online Options available in our Christian Doctrine specialization.

2022-23 Tuition Cost Per Credit for Master Program: $500.00.

The Master of Theological Studies (M.T.S.) program in Saint Louis University Theological Studies is geared toward students who want to pursue focused scholarship, prepare for future doctoral work or simply exercise their intellectual curiosity.

SLU M.T.S. program offers an ideal first degree in theology, orienting students to the major fields of theological study, including biblical studies, the history of Christianity, theological ethics and constructive theology.

Resources for theology students at SLU include the than 37,000 microfilms of the Vatican Film Library, the archives of the Institute of Jesuit Sources and than 150,0000 volumes of the Divinity Library in the Pius XII Memorial Library (which contains 1.4 million books, journals and other media). The library also provides access to many key research resources, including the Patrologia Latina, Brepolis, Early English Books OnLine, ATLA, Catholic Periodical Index, J-STOR, Index of Christian Art, as well as electronic access to major journals and other indexing tools.

Saint Louis University Center for Digital Humanities creates products and tools to support teaching and research in historical theology.

Graduates of SLU theology program have gone on to a wide range of careers in academia, educational administration, museums, libraries, archives and nonprofit agencies. SLU Theological Studies is committed to the professional preparation of every graduate student.

Applicants with a strong background (at least 18 credits of upper-level coursework) in theology or religious studies will also be considered.

Academic records, in English translation, of students who have undertaken postsecondary studies outside the United States must include:.

The grades earned or the results of all end-of-term examinations.

For priority consideration for a graduate assistantship, apply by the program admission deadlines listed. Fellowships and assistantships provide a stipend and may include health insurance and a tuition scholarship for the duration of the award.

Graduates will be able to demonstrate knowledge of the broad outlines of Christian scripture, Christian history, and the major theological developments in the tradition, as well as core terms, categories, and exempla that frame theological and religious studies.

Graduates will be able to articulate and apply the theories and methods that structure the study of theology and religion.

Graduates will be able to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally, demonstrating clear, coherent, and well-developed complexity of thought and analysis.

Students must maintain a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 in all graduate professional courses.

Roadmaps are recommended semester-by-semester plans of study for programs and assume full-time enrollment unless otherwise noted.

Courses and milestones designated as critical (marked with !) must be completed in the semester listed to ensure a timely graduation. Transfer credit may change the roadmap.

This roadmap should not be used in the place of regular academic advising appointments. Requirements, course availability and sequencing are subject to change.