Advanced Formation

Catholic Graduate Degree Opportunities

Augustine Institute, Denver Colorado

MTS or MBS: This 32 hour program provides graduate students with a coherent and unified instruction in Scripture, Catholic doctrine and history, as well as the pedagogical and leadership skills to impart the same to others via an online/video format. (Not currently regionally accredited)

http://augustineinstitute.org/ Contact: Ali Pries

Ave Maria University, Institute for Pastoral Theology Naples Florida

MTS: This 36 hour program introduces students to the fundamental principles in theology, spirituality and pastoral practice through monthly weekend study sessions taught by Ave Maria professors at satellite locations.

http://www.ipt.avemaria.edu/ Contact: Dr. Timothy Herrman

Felician College, Lodi New Jersey

MRE: This 36 hour program seeks to prepare students for research in theological and ministerial studies through an online format taught by active campus professors.
http://www.felician.edu/online/ Contact: Dr. Dolores Henchy

Franciscan University of Steubenville, Steubenville Ohio

MAT Sacred Scripture: This 36 hour correspondence program in Sacred Scripture utilizes pre-recorded class lectures and course books with a 6 credit hour residency requirement.

http://www.franciscan.edu/ Contact:

Holy Apostles Seminary & College, Cromwell Connecticut

MAT: This 36 hour online program has 4 concentrations in Theology and also offers a non-thesis terminal degree option. Utilizing the Blackboard application each course is taught by active professors on campus.

http://www.holyapostles.edu/ Contact:

University of Dallas, School of Ministry, Dallas Texas

MTS: This 36 hour online program has 4 concentrations in Theology. Utilizing the Blackboard application supplemented by online lecture each course is taught by active professors on campus.

http://www.udallas.edu/ministry/ Contact: Dr.Matthew Olgivie

University of the Incarnate Word, Pastoral Institute San Antonio Texas*

MA Religious Studies: This 36 hour program offered by the Pastoral Institute. Taught in person on campus and at satellite locations. Campus opening in Phoenix, Fall 2009. Degrees available will be determined by the University visit website for more details.

http://www.uiw.edu/pastoral/ http://www.arizona.uiw.edu/ Contact: Dr. Cyndi Porter

University of New Orleans, Institute for Ministry

MAPS / MRE: This 36 hour program is a specialization with the MAPS degree path that allows students to complete an MRE through the completion of 2 focus course. Utilizing a facilitated cohort model students meet with a local facilitator to engage the material provided in video and print format

http://lim.loyno.edu/ Contact: Cecilia Bennett J.C.L..

University of Mary, School of Accelerated & Distance Education*

MBA Health Care: Online 36 hour program. MSN: 36 Credit MED C&I: 36 Credit

Servant Leadership 12 Credits offered at St. Joseph’s Hospital

http://umary.edu/UM/SADE/ Contact: Brenda Kaspari

University of Notre Dame, South Bend Indiana

MAT: This 42 hour summer program combines online classes through STEP (Notre Dames Online Satellite School of Theology) and 4-6 summer residencies that offer a terminal degree in Theology.

http://theology.nd.edu/

By Degree Offered:

Masters of Art Theology: M.A.T.

A research degree in the field of Theology usually within a subset of a particular concentration: Dogmatic Theology, Moral Theology, Church History, or Sacred Scripture etc.

Holy Apostles Seminary & College, Cromwell Connecticut

This 36 hour online program has 4 concentrations in Theology and also offers a non-thesis terminal degree option. Utilizing the Blackboard application each course is taught by active professors on campus.

Franciscan University of Steubenville, Steubenville Ohio

This 36 hour correspondence program in Sacred Scripture utilizes pre-recorded class lectures and course books with a 6 credit hour residency requirement.

University of Notre Dame, South Bend Indiana

This 42 hour summer program combines online classes through STEP (Notre Dames Online Satellite School of Theology) and 4-6 summer residencies that offer a terminal degree in Theology.

Masters of Theological Studies: M.T.S.

A terminal degree in the field of Theology usually focusing on the broad application of Theology in general or a specialized focus on one component of theology.

University of Dallas, School of Ministry, Dallas Texas

This 36 hour online program has 4 concentrations in Theology. Utilizing the Blackboard application supplemented by online lecture each course is taught by active professors on campus.

Ave Maria University, Institute for Pastoral Theology Naples Florida

This 36 hour program introduces students to the fundamental principles in theology, spirituality and pastoral practice through monthly weekend study sessions taught by Ave Maria professors at satellite locations.

Masters of Art in Pastoral Studies: M.A.P.S.

A relatively new terminal degree in the area of Pastoral Studies seeking to equip students who serve in the pastoral life of the Church in particular concentrations: Youth Ministry, Small Christian Communities, Church Leadership, Hispanic Ministry, etc.

University of New Orleans, Institute for Ministry

This 36 hour program has 5 concentrations in Practical Theology. Utilizing a facilitated cohort model students meet with a local facilitator to engage the material provided in video and print format.

Masters of Religious Education: M.R.E

A specialized degree in the area of religious education seeks to combine the field of education with the particular pedagogy of religion and catechetical studies.

University of New Orleans, Institute for Ministry

This 36 hour program is a specialization with the MAPS degree path that allows students to complete an MRE through the completion of 2 focus course. Utilizing a facilitated cohort model students meet with a local facilitator to engage the material provided in video and print format.

Felician College, Lodi New Jersey

This 36 hour program seeks to prepare students for research in theological and ministerial studies through an online format taught by active campus professors.

Master of Arts Religious Studies

A degree designed with an integrated approach to theology, scripture, spirituality, and ministry. Provides student with a wide range of possible specializations and areas of emphasis.

University of the Incarnate Word, Pastoral Institute San Antonio Texas

This 36 hour program offered by the Pastoral Institute. Taught in person on campus and at satellite locations. Campus opening in Phoenix, Fall 2009. Degrees available will be determined by the University visit website for more details.

Contact Us:

Department of Family Catechesis

Diocesan Pastoral Center
400 E. Monroe Street
Phoenix, AZ 85004-2336
Phone: 602 354-2323
rhanning@ diocesephoenix.org

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