St. Paul University

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Masters

Master of Divinity

DegreeMasters
FieldTheology & Religious Studies

A professional graduate degree for students preparing for ordained ministry, pastoral leadership, or ministry-related service. Suits those seeking theological formation alongside practical placements and who value small-class interaction and vocational discernment.

What you'll study

Coursework and placements reported by students combine academic study with applied ministry. Examples drawn from student experiences include:

  • biblical and literary study (one student described a course in Johannine literature that led to a vocational calling);
  • practicum and pastoral placements in congregational contexts, including opportunities to preach and to adapt preaching styles across denominational traditions;
  • formation work for specific ecclesial bodies (one student is enrolled in a priestly formation programme for the Maronite Catholic Church);

Entry requirements

The source page lists an Admission section but does not provide explicit entry criteria. Prospective applicants should consult the university's admissions office or programme page for details on academic qualifications, denominational endorsement (if required), and other application components.

Career prospects

Students and alumni pursue a range of ministry-related outcomes documented on the profile page: ordination and priestly ministry, diaconal service, roles on pastoral teams, and lay leadership within congregations. Alumni also combine secular careers with ministry—examples include a social worker serving on a pastoral team, a deacon who is an engineer, and a graduate working as a bookkeeper for a faith-based social service organization engaged with vulnerable populations.

Scholarships & funding angle

No scholarship details are provided on the student profiles page. Applicants should review St. Paul University’s financial aid and scholarship listings or contact the registrar/financial aid office to learn about bursaries, diocesan sponsorship, or other funding options for theological students.

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