Master of Theological Studies Program Requirements
Frequently Asked Questions
Prerequisites - Because it is conceived as a terminal track master of arts degree, the MTS has no requirement for GRE or foreign language proficiency. Applicants must have a bachelor's degree, plus a minimum of 2 years of professional experience in a specialized field.
Admission Requirements - All materials must be submitted to the Office of Admissions.
Coursework - The program comprises 48 semester units in the areas of theological study and interpretation as follows:
| Required Areas |
Units |
| MTS Seminars |
12 |
| Fundamental Moral Theology |
3 |
| Applied Moral Theology |
3 |
| Scripture |
6 |
| History |
3 |
| Philosophy for Theology |
3 |
| Philosophy Elective |
3 |
| Systematic Theology |
6 |
| Area of Specialization |
9 |
| Total |
48 |
Seminar Sequences and Course Layouts
As an essential element of the MTS program, seminars are sequenced so that each builds upon prior knowledge and experience. Whether enrolled as part-time or full-time, each student must take the seminars in a certain order and time-frame. Students must have completed a minimum amount of coursework before enrolling in Seminar III. Part-time students may not enroll in Seminar III until the final year of their matriculation in the program.
Sample Course Layouts for Full-time or Part-time MTS Students 
MTS Seminars and Capstone Projects
