Programs Offered

The Department of Religious Studies at Gonzaga University offers the Master of Arts in Religious Studies to meet the needs of persons seeking greater understanding and practical knowledge of biblical studies, systematic theology and spirituality. These programs are designed as terminal degrees or as preparation for doctoral studies. Courses usually required for degrees can be waived by the director of graduate programs when these areas have been previously studied in depth. The Department of Religious Studies graduate program is accredited by the Association of Theological Schools. Academic advisors ensure that the programs have the flexibility to meet the personal and professional needs and interests of each student.

 

Degree Offered:

· Master of Arts (Religious Studies)

 

Concentration areas:

· Theological Foundations

· Biblical Studies

· Spirituality

 

 

 

 

This program provides graduate theological background for teaching, consulting, research, and development of theological resources for ministry,  adult education programs, and other services to the Church and  the wider  civic community.  Students have combined their theological work with diverse career commitments, including church ministry, journalism, medicine, community service,  chaplaincy, business and law, to mention a few.   

In collaboration with the University of Portland, the Department of Religious Studies also offers a Masters of Arts in Pastoral Ministry at The Northwest Center of Catholic Graduate Theology in Portland, Oregon. The MAPM program provides pastoral ministers with sound theological foundations, basic ministerial skills and resources for ministry and personal spirituality.  Students have the opportunity to complete their master’s degree by attending weekend classes.  The 40-credit hour program can be completed in three years by taking two courses each fall and spring semester and one class in the summer session.  Students can also complete the program by taking one course each session over a longer period of time. 

For further information regarding this degree, contact theo@up.edu or call (503) 943-7274.