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Catholic Studies Undergraduate Department
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: What is Catholic Studies?
A. Catholic Studies is an interdisciplinary degree program that explores Catholic culture as
expressed in theology, philosophy, literature, history, art, and the professions. Students
can pursue a major or minor in Catholic Studies. The Catholic Studies Department is
dedicated to the integration of faith and reason in every aspect of life, and thus, most
students choose a second degree to complement their studies, such as business,
biology, pre-law, education, or philosophy. Watch our video to hear what our students
and faculty have to say about Catholic Studies
Q: What do you do with Catholic Studies?
A. Most Catholic Studies students choose to integrate Catholic Studies into their chosen
career path. Current students are preparing for careers in education, law, medicine,
business, psychology, and youth ministry, among others. Check out a few of our
student profiles.
Q: What are Catholic Studies alumni doing with their degree now?
A. Catholic Studies alumni are involved in many different fields, including law, medicine,
religious life, finance, higher education, marketing, counseling, ministry and many others.
Q. How many classes are required for a major or minor?
A. A major consists of 36 credits (9 classes) or 32 credits (8 classes) for students who are
pursuing a double-major. A minor consists of 20 credits (5 classes).
Q: Can I study abroad with Catholic Studies?
A. Yes! Our Catholic Studies program in Rome accommodates 32 students each
semester, and is an integral part of the Catholic Studies experience. Students live in
community at St. Thomas' Bernardi Residence on the Tiber River and take courses in
English at the Dominican Pontifical University of St. Thomas Aquinas (the Angelicum).
Retreats, service, travel and participation in papal liturgies are some of the opportunities
available to Catholic Studies students studying in Rome. Check out our Rome video
and our Rome student blog to get an inside look at the program.
Q. Can I live in a Catholic residential community on campus?
A. Yes. Students can choose to live in a house or residence hall that has an intentional
emphasis on Catholic living. These students live together in communal study, prayer,
meals and fellowship.
Q: How many St. Thomas students are studying Catholic Studies?
A. We currently have more than 250 students pursuing a major or minor in Catholic Studies.
Q: Are scholarships available for Catholic Studies students?
A. Yes. The Department of Catholic Studies awards merit-based scholarships each
semester. To apply, one must be a declared Catholic Studies major or minor. In
addition, incoming students who are active in the Latino community (and meet all other
appropriate qualifications) may apply for the Latino Leadership Scholarship.
Q: Are there opportunities beyond the Catholic Studies classroom, such as social
events, liturgies, and service activities?
A. Opportunities for Mass, liturgies, retreats, student led Eucharistic Adoration, and service
to the wider community are plentiful. In addition, Catholic Studies provides various
events and opportunities to promote community and fellowship among students, alumni,
staff and faculty. Regular events include a talent show, a casino night, an ultimate
Frisbee tournament and an ice cream social.
Q: Who are the Catholic Studies Leadership Interns?
A. To help foster growth, the Leadership Intern program brings together a group of dedicated
Catholic Studies students who participate in ongoing leadership formation throughout the
school year. The program imparts a vision of Catholic leadership and provides a variety
of opportunities to grow in leadership skills and character. These students also attend a
spring institute. Past trips have included France, Washington D.C., and Peru, with each
trip focusing on a different aspect of leadership.
Catholic Studies Graduate Program
Frequently Asked Questions:
See the Catholic Studies Graduate Program Web site.
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General Information: | ||
| Information Request: | Undergraduate Admissions | |
| Undergraduate Program in Catholic Studies | ||
| Graduate Program in Catholic Studies | ||
| View Streaming Video | Undergraduate Program in Catholic Studies | |
| Catholic Studies Rome: Study Abroad | ||
| Financial Aid: | Undergraduate Financial Aid | |
| Graduate Financial Aid | ||
| Application Materials: | Undergraduate Online Application | |
| Master of Arts degree in Catholic Studies Application | ||
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