Practical training to share the liberating truths of God

Available to those who study here on campus.

Franciscan University to prepares men and women like you to become well-formed, passionate leaders in our society and the Church. In accord with that mission, the Theology Department offers the chance to receive professional training in catechetics, the craft of handing on the faith for the transformation of culture in Christ. This formation takes place in conjunction with our MA in Theology and Christian Ministry Program, providing you with practical knowledge and experience that you need to hand on the faith to others.

If you are considering teaching in a parish, diocesan, school, or other religious education setting, you will find this program invaluable.

This certification in catechetics is available only to students who study here on our campus in Steubenville, Ohio, completing the program in conjunction with the MA in Theology and Christian Ministry Program. It is offered both in the regular Spring and Fall semesters and also as a summer program. To qualify for the certification, you take six additional courses in catechetics beyond the requirements of the MA Program itself, totaling 42 total credit hours in all. You also give an exit presentation on an aspect of the catechetical endeavor during your final semester in the program and take a final exam on the content on the Catechism in the Catholic Church.

In his day, St. Francis heard the call to “Go, rebuild my Church which, as you see, is falling into ruin.”  The Catechetics Specialization offered at Franciscan University is demanding and thorough, and also immensely rewarding, equipping you to give yourself generously to Christ’s call for a new evangelization in the Church.

For more information contact our Graduate Admissions Office at (740) 284-5239 or at [email protected]. Or you can  Apply Online Today.

About the MA in Theology and Christian Ministry Program

The Master of Arts in Theology and Christian Ministry Program immerses you in Sacred Scripture, Tradition, and magisterial teaching, giving you a deeply challenging and authentically Catholic theological education.

The Church needs men and women steeped in Catholic theology and passionate about passing it along. We established our graduate theology program in 1980, and today it is one of the most respected and sought-after programs in the country.

Read more about the MA in Theology and Christian Ministry Program »

The MA program provides students with a solid, graduate-level foundation in Catholic theology that will enable them to serve effectively in a variety of fields of ministry, or to pursue further gradu­ate studies in theology.

How to Apply for Admissions

Gaining admission to the MA Theology program is simple, and we are ready to help you navigate the process. Here are the things we need:

• Application
• Official Bachelor Transcript and Official Transcripts with Relevant Transfer Credit
• Three Letters of Recommendation

To gain admission to the MA in Theology Research Intensive Track  please submit the following:

• Application
• Official Bachelor Transcript and Official Transcripts with Relevant Transfer Credit
• Three Letters of Recommendation
• 7-10 Page Writing Sample
• GRE Scores

Email them to [email protected]

Or mail them to:

Graduate Admissions
1235 University Blvd.
Steubenville, Ohio 43952

Associated Costs

The costs associated with the MA in Theology program include:

• MA in Theology Online
  $525 per credit hour x 36 hours = $18,900
• MA in Theology On Campus
  $700 per credit hour

Contact Us

If you have any questions or need help please contact Graduate Admissions at [email protected] or (740) 284-5239

View the MA Theology Program in the Graduate Catalog