Program overview
The masters in Catholic Theology is one of the most popular graduate programs at Catholic International University.
- Provides systematic study of dogmatic, moral, and sacramental theology, Scripture, philosophy, spirituality, and Church history.
- Provides the solid foundation in Church teaching to qualify individuals to seek professional careers in the Church or to give the necessary tools to those already involved in Church work.
Our highly educated faculty offer flexible, fully online course offerings that are challenging, engaging, and affordable. Which means you can complete your master’s from anywhere in the world.
- Faithfully Catholic
- Rigorous course of study
- Forbes’ Best Online Theology Degree.
Our graduates go on to serve the Church and the world through ministry to the Catholic Church, non-profit leadership, education, law, health care, diocesan leadership, priesthood and religious life, and so much more. With your master’s in Theology, the Catholic Church will never be the same.
Course List
| Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
| THEO 503 | The Catholic Theological Tradition | 3 |
| THEO 510 | Revelation and Faith: Fundamental Theology | 3 |
| THEO 541 | Theology of Church | 3 |
| THEO 552 | Sacraments and Liturgy | 3 |
| THEO 560 | Fundamental Moral Theology | 3 |
| THEO 632 | Christology | 3 |
| PHIL 508 | Philosophy for Theology | 3 |
| SCRPT 530 | Introduction to Scripture and Salvation History | 3 |
Courses are 8 weeks long unless otherwise noted.
Courses are 8 weeks long unless otherwise noted.
Students may earn the degree sooner by taking two courses in a term if they have sufficient time for study.
Year 1
Fall I
THEO 503. Catholic Theological Tradition
Fall II
THEO 560. Fundamental Moral Theology
Spring I
SCRPT 530. Introduction to Scripture and Salvation History
Spring II
PHIL 508. Philosophy for Theology
Summer
THEO 541. Theology of Church
Year 2
Fall I
THEO 552. Sacraments and Liturgy
Fall II
THEO 510. Revelation and Faith: Fundamental Theology
Spring I
SCRPT 640. Isaiah and the Prophets
Spring II
THEO 632 – Christology
Summer
CST 500. Foundations of Catholic Social Thought
Year 3
Fall I
SCRPT 615. History of Biblical Interpretation
Fall II
SPIR 501. Applied Catholic Spirituality
Spring I
COMP 699. Comprehensive Exam
THE CATHOLIC INTERNATIONAL ADVANTAGE
In a 2022 survey of Catholic International graduate students, 100% reported that they had achieved their learning goals.
Catholic International Offers:
- Flexibility to study where and when you choose
- Authentic Catholic teaching
- Affordability
- A global Catholic community
- Knowledgeable and accessible faculty
- Engaging online courses with discussion forums
- Mobile app for study on the go
- Online library staffed by a theological librarian
- 24/7 technical support
The MA program is nationally accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC), which is recognized as a national accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education and is a recognized member of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. The university is certified as a degree-granting institution by the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission.
