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Religious Education, M.A.

91Å®Éñ'sÌýDepartment of Theological Studies offers a Master of Arts in Religious Education (M.A.R.E.) geared toward students who want to earn a degree that will prepare them to work as a religious educator in a parish setting or a theology teacher in Catholic schools. This program offers students an introduction to the major fields of theological study and pedagogical training, and practical experience through a joint degree with the 91Å®Éñ School of Education.

Curriculum Overview

The M.A. in religious education program consists of a two-year program of study that includes 36 credits of coursework. Fifteen credits, including a three-credit practicum, are taken in 91Å®Éñ's School of Education. The remaining 21 credits are taken in 91Å®Éñ's Department of Theological Studies.

Fieldwork and Research Opportunities

Resources for theology students at 91Å®Éñ include the more than 37,000 microfilms of the Vatican Film Library, the archives of the Institute of Jesuit Sources and more than 150,000 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 and electronic access to major journals and other indexing tools.

91Å®Éñ's Center for Digital Humanities creates products and tools to support teaching and research in historical theology. Theology faculty and graduate students are engaged in interdisciplinary work with other departments and centers at 91Å®Éñ, including the Department of Women's and Gender Studies and the Center for Medieval and Renaissance Studies.

Careers

Graduates of 91Å®Éñ's theology program have gone on to a wide range of careers in academia, educational administration, museums, libraries, archives and nonprofit agencies. 91Å®Éñ's Department of Theological Studies is committed to the professional preparation of every graduate student.

Admission Requirements

An undergraduate major in theology or religious studies is recommended but not required. Applicants with a strong background (at least 18 credits of upper-level coursework) in theology or religious studies will also be considered.

Application Requirements

  • Application form and fee
  • Transcript(s)
  • Three letters of recommendation
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  • Professional goal statement

Requirements for International Students

All admission policies and requirements for domestic students apply to international students. International students must also meet the following additional requirements:

  • ¶Ù±ð³¾´Ç²Ô²õ³Ù°ù²¹³Ù±ðÌýEnglish Language Proficiency
  • Academic records, in English translation, of students who have undertaken postsecondary studies outside the United States must include:
    • Courses taken and/or lectures attended
    • Practical laboratory work
    • The maximum and minimum grades attainable
    • The grades earned or the results of all end-of-term examinations
    • Any honors or degrees received.
  • WES and ECE transcripts are accepted.
  • In order to be issued an I-20 for your F-1 visa application, students must submit financial documents. Proof of financial support that must include:
    • A letter of financial support from the person(s) or sponsoring agency funding the student's time at 91Å®Éñ
    • A letter from the sponsor's bank verifying that the funds are available and will be so for the duration of the student's study at the University

Application Deadline

Interested students should apply by Jan. 1.

Review Process

Applications are reviewed by the department’s graduate studies committee.

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Tuition Cost Per Credit
MA in Religious Education $490

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Scholarships, Assistantships and Financial Aid

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.Ìý

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  1. 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 and categories that frame the field of education.
  2. Graduates will be able to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally, demonstrating clear, coherent and well-developed complexity of thought and analysis.
°Õ±á·¡°¿Ìý5000Introduction to the Old Testament3
°Õ±á·¡°¿Ìý5100Introduction to the New Testament3
°Õ±á·¡°¿Ìý5270Christian Tradition I3
°Õ±á·¡°¿Ìý5280Christian Tradition II3
°Õ±á·¡°¿Ìý5710Seminar in World Religions3
°Õ±á·¡°¿Ìý6040Christian Theology Introduction3
°Õ±á·¡°¿Ìý6140Christian Theology Seminar3
·¡¶Ù±õÌý5360Principles and Methods of Catechesis3
·¡¶Ù³¢Ìý5000Educational Leadership Non-Certification Practicum3
·¡¶Ù³¢Ìý5100Foundations of Ed Admin3
·¡¶Ù³¢Ìý5150Special Dimensions of Ed Admin3
·¡¶Ù¸éÌý5500Evaluation of Education Programs3
Total Credits36

Continuation Standards

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 enrollmentÌýunless otherwise noted. Ìý

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. All students are encouraged to meet with their advisor/mentor each semester. Requirements, course availability and sequencing are subject to change.

Plan of Study Grid
Year One
FallCredits
°Õ±á·¡°¿Ìý5270 Christian Tradition I 3
°Õ±á·¡°¿Ìý6040 Christian Theology Introduction 3
·¡¶Ù±õÌý5360 Principles and Methods of Catechesis 3
ÌýCredits9
Spring
°Õ±á·¡°¿Ìý5280 Christian Tradition II 3
°Õ±á·¡°¿Ìý6140 Christian Theology Seminar 3
·¡¶Ù³¢Ìý5150 Special Dimensions of Ed Admin 3
ÌýCredits9
Year Two
Fall
°Õ±á·¡°¿Ìý5000 Introduction to the Old Testament 3
THEO 57XXWorld Religion Elective 3
EDF 5610 3
ÌýCredits9
Spring
°Õ±á·¡°¿Ìý5100 Introduction to the New Testament 3
EDFÌý5835 Foundations of Catholic Education 3
·¡¶Ù³¢Ìý5000 Educational Leadership Non-Certification Practicum 3
ÌýCredits9
ÌýTotal Credits36
For additional questions regarding the M.A.R.E. program, please contact:Ìý
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Rubén Rosario-Rodriguez, Ph.D.
Coordinator of the Master's Programs

ruben.rosariorodriguez@slu.edu