- The M.Div. is a three-year degree program intended for those seeking the comprehensive theological, pastoral, and spiritual formation needed for ordained ministry or professional lay ecclesial ministry.
Master of Arts in Pastoral Ministry (M.A.)
- The M.A. in Pastoral Ministry is a multifaceted, flexible two-year program that prepares ministers either as generalists or for a particular ministry.
- In collaboration with other BC professional schools, the M.A. Pastoral Ministry can be combined with an M.S.W., M.B.A., M.A. Counseling Psychology, and M.S.
Master of Theological Studies (M.T.S.)
- The M.T.S. is a two-year degree (48 credits) that provides a thorough understanding of theological disciplines.
Master of Education in Religious Education (M.Ed.)
- The M.Ed. is intended for lay, religious, and ordained students wishing to become religious educators in parishes and in Catholic, private, or public schools.
- In collaboration with the Lynch School of Education students can also pursue a joint M.Ed. with a concentration in Catholic School Leadership or an M.A. in Higher Educational Administration with a concentration in Catholic University Leadership
Doctor of Philosophy, Theology and Education (Ph.D.)
- The Ph.D. focuses on the interdisciplinary study of theology and education.
- The Th.M. is a one-year, post-master's degree (24 credits) that is intended to deepen and focus a student’s foundational knowledge of theological disciplines and ministerial practice.
Certificate of Advanced Educational Specialization, Religious Education (C.A.E.S.)
- The C.A.E.S. is a two-year (36 credits in the academic year; 30 credits in summers) post-master’s degree with a major in religious education.
Canonical Degrees
Bachelor of Sacred Theology (S.T.B.)
- A three-year post B.A./B.S. program. The degree of the first-cycle of ecclesiastical studies.
Licentiate in Sacred Theology (S.T.L.)
- A two-year program. The degree of the second cycle of ecclesiastical studies.
Doctor of Sacred Theology (S.T.D.)
- The final degree in the ecclesiastical degree system of the Catholic Church.
Summer Institute
- The Summer Institute brings together leading U.S. and international theologians to provide a rich array of learning opportunities in conversation with liturgies, seminars, and off-campus activities.
