If a doctorate is in your future, our 42-credit hour Master of Theological Science (MTS) will prepare you for the rigor required in developing, writing, and defending your dissertation, helping you reach your goals of advanced theological study, teaching, and research.
Designed to help you build a proficiency in ancient and modern language that will allow you to read the original Hebrew, Greek, or Latin texts that are so essential to our faith, our MTS degree is designed for students with a theological and philosophical background who are looking for a comprehensive program that will challenge them intellectually and spiritually.
Work closely with respected theologians such as Dr. Michael Waldstein, Dr. Scott Hahn, Dr. Mark Miravalle, Dr. Stephen Hildebrand, Dr. Jacob Wood, Dr. Michael Sirilla, Dr. Petroc Willey, Dr. John Bergsma, and Brother Daniel Klimeck, TOR, to explore a complex theological topic as your thesis, demonstrating advanced understanding in your chosen theological area while taking courses in systematic, moral, and historical theology.
“Franciscan University’s Master of Theological Science equipped me for the daunting gauntlet of doctoral studies. The program artfully integrated the various theological disciplines so I could appreciate the historical and conceptual unity of Catholic theology. My professors were mentors, but also friends with whom I grew in knowledge through courses, office hours, and, most especially, a guided thesis that prepared me for the dissertation process. My CUA professors have often commented on the breadth of study and precision of methodology with which Franciscan’s program formed me.”
Shane Owens MA ’15
Teaching Fellow and Doctoral Candidate
The Catholic University of America
