Master of Theological Studies
The Master of Theological Studies (MTS) is a 40-hour program that provides the solid foundation for all forms of pastoral ministry. It provides excellent preparation for hospital or military chaplaincy, cross-cultural missions, youth ministry, continuing spiritual growth, religious instruction or further graduate study and teaching.
Quincy University’s MTS program treasures and is firmly committed to our Catholic Franciscan heritage in the spirit of ecumenism in its theoretical and practical approaches to ministry. Consequently, women and men of all faiths and denominational traditions are welcome in our program.
Outcomes of the Master of Theological Studies Program:
Upon successful completion of the Master of Theological Studies program, students will be employed professionally as any of the following:
Entry-level Pastoral Counselor
Religious Educator
Director of Religious Education
Mid-level Parish Administrator
Chaplain
Youth and Young Adult Minister
Director of Music
Corporate Ethicist
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Applications are encouraged from individuals who are looking to enter various forms of Christian ministry, those who are already engaged in formal or informal forms of pastoral ministry, or those who are looking to advance and deepen their knowledge of church in areas of scripture, sacraments, history, spirituality, etc. All applicants are considered on an individual basis focusing on the applicant’s potential for successful completion of the program.
Application for admissions is ongoing. Once an applicant’s file is complete, it will be reviewed by the Director of the Master of Theological Studies Program and the Vice President for Academic Affairs.
Applicants must submit the following to the Office of Graduate Studies:
- Application: Completed graduate admission application with $25 application fee.
- Official Transcripts: Applicants must submit all official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended. Applicants must have completed a baccalaureate degree. A cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0 or higher is preferred. Applicants with GPAs lower than 3.0 may be considered for conditional acceptance.
- Written Autobiographical Sketch: A 500-word written autobiographical sketch that includes a history of the applicant’s religious and academic development and a resume of previous experience in ministry or other professional work, an assessment of the applicant’s strengths and weaknesses in studying theology at the graduate level, and professional or ministerial goals.
- Entrance Test Results: Millers Analogies Test (MAT) or Graduate Record Exam (GRE) scores.
- Professional Resume: A professional resume that includes complete employment history, volunteer associations, academic degrees and honors, etc.
- Letters of Recommendation: Three (3) letters of recommendation from persons qualified to evaluate applicant’s personal, academic, and professional qualifications.
LEARNING FORMATS
The Weeknight Program is designed to serve non-traditional students rather than full-time graduate students. Classes normally meet on Tuesday and Thursday evenings during the regularly scheduled academic calendar of the University.
The MTS Summer Institute: In June of each academic year, a 2-week intensive summer institute provides students with opportunities to supplement their studies by taking up to 9 hours of coursework toward their degree.
Click here to view the 2008 MTS Summer Institute schedule.
Students may pursue the MTS degree through the weeknight program, summer institute, or a combination of both formats.
ACCREDITATION
Quincy University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission, a commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, 30 N. LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, Illinois 60602-2504 (800.621.7440). The program reflects standards applicable to graduate programs in Theological Studies, including but not limited to those promulgated by the Association of Theological Schools American Academy of Religion and the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Committee on the Diaconate.
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