The Saint Paul Seminary School of Divinity

Masters

M.A. in Pastoral Ministry

The Master of Arts in Pastoral Ministry (MAPM) provides the opportunity, in a systemic way, to consistently think through the relationship between theology and pastoral life. This 48-credit program incorporates rigorous theological formation with spiritual and ministerial formation activities, including a ministry internship.

M.A. in Religious Education

The Master of Arts in Religious Education (MARE) is a 42-credit program which provides an integrated approach to the professional and spiritual development of those serving the Church in administering or teaching religious education programs in schools and parishes.

M.A. in Theology

The Master of Arts in Theology (MAT) is a researched-based, 36-credit program that develops competence in addressing theology through an understanding of various theological methods and through proficiency in research and theological argumentation.

Master of Divinity: Lay Program

The Master of Divinity (M.Div.) for lay students, a 90-credit program, offers a more intensive theological formation beyond the MAPM and includes a Clinical Pastoral Education requirement.

Master of Divinity: Seminary Program

The Master of Divinity (M.Div.) is a comprehensive graduate degree program that prepares seminarians for priestly ministry in the Roman Catholic Church.