Welcome to the Theology Department
Boston College is a world-class center of theological study, comprising both the Theology Department and a dedicated Gloria L. and Charles I. Clough School of Theology and Ministry (CSTM). Students in each have access to courses and faculty in both entities—enhancing the breadth and depth of theological study at BC. Combined, the Theology Department and CSTM represent the nation's largest theological faculty.
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Studying Theology at BC: World-Class Breadth & Depth
Boston College is a world-class center of theological study, comprising both the Theology Department and a dedicated Gloria L. and Charles I. Clough School of Theology and Ministry (CSTM). Students in each have access to courses and faculty in both entities—enhancing the breadth and depth of theological study at BC. Combined, the Theology Department and CSTM represent the nation's largest theological faculty.
The Theology Department houses the University's undergraduate and doctoral programs in theology as well as a Joint M.A. in Philosophy and Theology.
CSTM hosts master's and certificate programs in theology and ministry, as well as a sequence of ecclesiastical degrees (STB, STL, and STD) and an interdisciplinary Ph.D. in theology and education.