FAQ
- Who is the M.A. program for?
- When are applications due?
- What is the difference between the Hybrid Online and the Summer Residential format tracks?
- What does the M.A. in Theology degree prepare its students to do?
- Is the M.A. in Theology degree good preparation for the Ph.D. program or to teach theology at the graduate level?
- How does the admissions committee weigh the various aspects of my application, i.e., GPA and transcripts, letters of recommendation, and personal statement?
- What are you looking for in the Statement of Intent?
- I am an international student, not a citizen of the United States. Is there anything I need to do if I am accepted to the M.A. program?
- I would like information regarding on-campus graduate student housing. Whom should I contact?
- Who is the M.A. program for?
The M.A. program is for working professionals who have a need or a desire for academic formation in Theology.
- When are applications due?
Feb. 15 of each year for both format tracks.
- What is the difference between the Hybrid Online and the Summer Residential format tracks?
The Hybrid Online track primarily offers online coursework, with three hybrid courses that require time on campus. The Summer Residential track primarily offers residential courses taken in person during June and July.
- What does the M.A. in Theology degree prepare its students to do?
The M.A. program prepares students to become rich theological resources in whatever context they live and work. The majority of our students work in educational and liturgical ministries, but many also come from other professions from engineering to medicine to business.
- Is the M.A. in Theology degree good preparation for the Ph.D. program or to teach theology at the graduate level?
No. Our MTS Program would be better suited for this track.
- How does the admissions committee weigh the various aspects of my application, i.e., GPA and transcripts, letters of recommendation, and personal statement?
The core of the application is the profile created by the statement of intent, any transcripts submitted, and the letters of recommendation. You should, therefore, draft your statement and choose your recommenders with careso that we have the most clear and vivid sense of what kind of student you would be in our program. You may have up to four letters of recommendation. The letters should speak to your ability to work in theology at the master’s level.
- What are you looking for in the Statement of Intent?
Your statement of intent should be no more than two double-spaced typed pages. In it, you should give us a clear and vivid understanding of how you came to be interested in the study of theology, why you want to pursue it at the graduate level and why you want to pursue the M.A. degree at Notre Dame (in contrast to any other school). A successful statement of intent will make the case that you clearly fit in our M.A. program, and that you will both benefit from study here and will make a positive contribution to the program.
- I am an international student, not a citizen of the United States. Is there anything I need to do if I am accepted to the M.A. program?
International students need to apply for a visa to come to this country to study. Please visit the International Student and Scholar Affairs website for further information.
- I would like information regarding on-campus graduate student housing. Whom should I contact?
The University has a limited amount of residence hall space available for graduate students during the summer. Information is available on the Summer Session website.