Master of Arts in Theology

Master of Arts Program

You have two choices for Master of Arts in Theology at CTU–the research M.A. and the general academic M.A. The general academic M.A. provides the theological background for those who wish to teach at the secondary or college level, or develop greater academic expertise in theological studies. The research M.A. provides this same theological background, but also serves as preparation for those who wish to enter into a doctoral program. It is possible to pursue both the M.Div. and M.A. programs concurrently at CTU.

Students may choose to concentrate their studies in one of the following areas:

Biblical Studies
Church History
Cross-Cultural Ministries
Ethics
Interreligious Dialogue * new concentration
Liturgical Studies
Old Testament
New Testament
Spirituality
Systematic Theology
World Mission

The hallmark of our M.A. program is the flexibility offered within each individual student’s program, flexibility which is negotiated between the student, academic advisor, and the M.A. director.

For specific requirements for this degree, contact the Master of Arts Program Director:

Mary Frohlich, R.S.C.J.
Phone: 773-371-5535

Email: frohlich@ctu.edu

*About the new Master of Arts in Theology concentration - Interreligious Dialogue
The new Master of Arts in Theology with a concentration in interreligious dialogue focusing on the Abrahamic Traditions is designed for Jewish, Christian and Muslim Students seeking theological preparation for effective leadership in interreligious dialogue and/or for advanced graduate studies in religion and religious pluralism. The concentration will draw on the scholarship and vast dialogue experience of our Jewish, Christian, and Muslim faculty members (affiliated with the school’s Catholic-Jewish and Catholic-Muslim Studies Programs) as it seeks to bring together a balance of Jewish, Christian and Muslim students to study each other’s traditions in a rich learning environment in which all three faiths are represented and where actual dialogue will take place within the context of the program. Students in the concentration will have access to the wide-ranging academic resources of the Association of Chicago Theological Schools, particularly the Hyde Park schools, as well as Spertus College of Judaica, the American Islamic College and the University of Chicago. This concentration would be of particular interest for individuals pursuing careers in: (a) teaching and/or research in the comparative study of the Abrahamic traditions; (b) directing interreligious dialogue and related programs in a congregational or other faith-based organizational context; and/or (c) business or government where knowledge of other religious traditions and methods of dialogue may be an invaluable asset.