Feb 09 2023 Master of Education in Catholic Educational Leadership HOME | ACADEMICS | PROGRAMS | M.Ed. in Catholic Educational Leadership Master of Education in Catholic Educational LeadershipQUICK LINKS Fast Facts Plan of Study Meet the Faculty Master of Education in Catholic Educational Leadership (M.Ed.)at a glance Graduate Ave Maria University is awaiting final approval to offer this program under its regional accreditation with SACSCOC. The University hopes to fully launch the program in the summer of 2023, but until SACSCOC grants approval, the official launch is pending Candidates interested in obtaining a principal’s license from their state should contact their state department of education to determine licensure requirements and the applicability of the program toward that end. Careers: Principals, Heads of School, Vice Principals, Academic Deans, Superintendents LEADERSHIP THAT COUNTS Catholic schools are different by design and do more and teach more than other schools. The training of Catholic school leaders must be targeted to this difference and not simply defer to modern secular school leadership programs. Something more and something different is required. Ave Maria’s M.Ed. is designed to exert maximum influence in confident response to the challenges facing Catholic schools and the amazing opportunities now available to them as the common culture continues to flounder. Our Program enthusiastically supports and seeks to further the creative work being done around the country by other groups and initiatives currently revitalizing faithful Catholic education and bringing the Good News of Christ to the world. Program OutcomesUpon completion candidates will be able to: Lead with the highest standards of professionalism and ethics, faithful to a Christian worldview, and in service to the complete wellbeing of all students, families, and staff under their care. Ensure the operational vitality of their schools including finances, facilities, scheduling, technology, school safety, communication, fundraising, marketing, enrollment, and legal and professional standards of all operations. Promote a culture of learning and the continuous improvement and academic success through planning and monitoring the curriculum and careful monitoring, data-based assessment, and targeted evidence-based intervention in the service of all students in their care. Nurture a learning environment that integrally forms students in mind, body, and spirit from within a Catholic worldview, supported by virtue-based discipline and counseling in a culture of high standards and loving support. Evaluate and increase capacity of all personnel, especially the professional and Catholic formation of teachers. Lead the entire school community in fidelity to the distinctive mission of Catholic education. Communicate, care, and through Christian witness, enliven an authentic Christian Catholic community of students, teachers, parents, local parishioners, and the broader community ensuring a rich network of support for all community members, and especially for the well-being of all students CAREER PATHS Academic Deans Principals Superintendents Religious Superiors Take the NEXT STEP Start yourAPPLICATIONAPPLY NOW Get someFINANCIAL AIDGET AID ContactADMISSIONSCONTACT USA look into theMasters of Education IN CATHOLIC EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP ProgramMEET THE FACULTYDaniel Guernsey, ED.D.associate professor of Education, Director of M.Ed. in Catholic Educational Leadership Education: B.A. English, University of San Francisco, M.A. English, University of California Berkeley, M.Ed. Administration & Supervision, California State University, Ed.D. Education, Eastern Michigan University Email: dan.guernsey@avemaria.edu Kathy Christensen ED.D.associate professor of education Education: B.S., Elementary Education, Miami University; M.Ed., Curriculum & Instruction, University of South Florida; Ed.S., Teaching & Teaching Education, University of Florida; Ed.D., Curriculum & Instruction, University of Florida Office: Canizaro Library 230 Email: kathy.christensen@avemaria.edu Phone: (239) 304-7932 Denise Donohue Ed.D.Adjunct Professor of Educational Leadership Education: Education: MCSL, University of Notre Dallas, Ed.D. Educational Leadership, Nova Southeastern University. Email: ddonohue@cardinalnewmansociety.org Dianne Fabii, Ph.D. LPC, NCC, MCCAdjunct Professor of Education Education: Education: B.S., Special Education, LaSalle University, M.Ed. St. Joseph University, Ph.D. Rutgers University Email: Dianne.Fabii@donahueacademy.org Abigail Fuller, Ed.D.Chair of the Education Department, Assistant Professor of Education Education: B.S., Elementary Education and Dance, Slippery Rock University; M.Ed., Education Leadership, Florida Gulf Coast University; Ed.D., Education Administration, University of Florida Office: Canizaro Library 229 Email: abigail.fuller@avemaria.edu Phone: (239) 280-1631 FAST FACTS 30 credit hour, 2-year program Cost per credit = $561 Online/Hybrid cohort model Taught in a dual distance-learning (asynchronous) and in-person modality, leveraging the best of both formats and allowing for personal relationships/networking and convenience. Two intensive two-week summer Residencies (with some additional distance assignments) cover 40% of all coursework. Authentic assessment via portfolio in lieu of the traditional research component. Optional Coursework in Classical Liberal Arts Ave Maria University is awaiting final approval to offer this program under its regional accreditation with SACSCOC. The University hopes to fully launch the program in the summer of 2023, but until SACSCOC grants approval, the official launch is pending. Typical Plan of Study Year One Summer EDUC 501 Catholic Education History, Philosophy, and Mission EDUC 502 Formation, Counseling, and Communication Fall EDUC 503 Curriculum Leadership, Development, and Catholic Integration Spring EDUC 504 Law, Governance, and Ethics Year Two Summer EDUC 505 Catholic Spirituality and Well-Being for Leaders EDUC 506 Catholic Culture, Community and Catechetics Fall EDUC 507 Leadership and Organizational Management EDUC 508 Staff, Academic, and Program Evaluation Spring EDUC 509 Business, Finance, Development and Building Operations EDUC 510 Apprenticeship/Capstone Optional Classical Liberal Arts Education Emphasis (Offered every other summer) EDUC 511 The History and Philosophy Classical Liberal Arts education EDUC 512 Classical Liberal Arts Education Methods and Practice in the Modern Context Admission Requirements A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution. An indication of the capability to perform graduate course work based on either: An undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher; or A GRE score of 144 or higher; or A post-graduate degree in another discipline. Completed online application. Current resume, including teaching experience if applicable. Two letters of recommendation, one of which must be from the candidate’s current or former school administrator (if the candidate has teaching experience). Statement of Intent (500 words): brief intellectual and professional biography, which includes a statement about his/her motivation for pursuing the M.Ed. in Catholic Educational Leadership. Interview with the program director or admissions counselor before acceptance into the program. Candidates interested in obtaining a principal’s license from their state should contact their state department of education to determine licensure requirements and the applicability of the program toward that end. Contact us Contact: Dr. Dan Guernsey, Program Director Email: Dan.Guernsey@avemaria.edu Phone: (239) 675-9018 More to help youON YOUR JOURNEY CAREER SERVICES Achieve your goals with the help of our experts. Learn More FAITH LIFE Enjoy every opportunity to live your faith on our beautiful campus. Learn More CENTERS AND ACADEMY Be inspired to live the Catholic Faith for the greater good. Learn More
Jun 27 2022 Online Master of Business Administration HOME | ACADEMICS | PROGRAMS | MBA Online Master of Business AdministrationQUICK LINKS Courses and Curriculum Careers and Outcomes Admission Requirements Tuition and Fees Online Master of Business Administrationat a glance Graduate Your online education will include the same challenging, advanced curriculum and experienced professors as those who study on campus. Our faculty is dedicated to helping you succeed, and you’ll have access to several resources. Even though the programs are online, you’ll still have the ability to receive individualized support from your professors and interact with fellow classmates. Your professors will be available to answer your questions, and you can participate in group conversations. Careers: Business Operations Manager, Management Consultant, Marketing Manager FULLY ONLINE FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE The online M.B.A. program at Ave Maria University not only offers the flexibility of being able to study whenever and wherever you desire, it also provides you the opportunity to experience a quality, well-rounded education at an affordable price. Our online programs allow you to maintain your work and family commitments, and do your class work whenever it’s most convenient for you. Discover what it’s like to experience the M.B.A. program from Ave Maria University online as you build further skills to become a leader of tomorrow. Courses andCURRICULUMOverview Our online MBA program offers four areas of concentration, Management, Accounting, Communications, and International Business, which consists of eight courses for 32 credit hours that can be completed in as little as 12 months. Within these eight total courses, five courses will be required (20 credit hours) and three courses will be electives in your respective area of concentration (12 credit hours). Our program allows students the opportunity to explore fundamental business skills in areas including accounting, finance, economics, marketing, and business management. Faculty The faculty of our MBA program is comprised of qualified individuals devoted to educational success. The makeup of our faculty is unique as we have professors from Ave Maria University and other prestigious institutions across the country. Our professors share with our students the expertise from a number of different industries such as marketing, management, accounting, economics, and much more. We take pride in our flexible, faith-based curriculum as it is designed for students looking to enhance their knowledge and skills in business-related practices. Required Courses BUSN 503: Leadership, Ethics, & Management Theory ACCT 520: Financial Statement Analysis ECON 550: Economics and the Global Business Environment FINC 550: Advanced Finance for Managers & Leaders MKTG 550: Marketing Management Management Concentration The MBA Concentration in Management provides students the opportunity to learn business expertise with an emphasis on leadership in management settings. This concentration explores the different management styles necessary for the competitive nature in our business world today. Upon successful completion, graduates will be well-versed in areas of ethics, operations, accounting, finance, marketing, and other business management practices. The online platform allows you to simultaneously study and work full time. Along with the five required courses, you will need to select three out of the eight elective courses listed below: BUSN 515: The Vocation to Business Leadership BUSN 530: Quantitative Methods for Managers BUSN 550: Management Operations and Strategy BUSN 560: Team Leadership & Organizational Behavior BUSN 570: Supply Chain Management BUSN 590: Entrepreneurship BUSN 640: Business Law BUSN 699: Internship Accounting Concentration The MBA Concentration in Accounting provides students the opportunity to advance their knowledge of accounting, while obtaining a graduate level degree. This concentration is perfect for those with an undergraduate degree in accounting because upon successful completion, you will have all the necessary credit requirements for CPA certification. The online platform allows you to simultaneously study and work full time. Along with the five required courses, you will need to take the three accounting elective courses listed below: ACCT 510: Advanced Accounting ACCT 530: Government & Not for profit Accounting ACCT 540: International Accounting ACCT 599: Accounting Internship Communications Concentration The MBA Concentration in Communications provides students the opportunity to develop skills that will sharpen their ability to listen, interpret, write, and speak. Concentrating in communications gives students a competitive advantage as they will be able to recognize the necessary information in our world today without getting misled by any potential shortcomings. This will allow them to become successful managers who are sensitive to the influence of communications technology within their organizations. Furthermore, upon successful completion, students will become more attentive to justice and human dignity through our faith-based curriculum. The online platform allows you to simultaneously study and work full time. Along with the five required courses, you will need to take the three communications electives listed below: COMM 518: Business Writing Strategies COMM 528: Corporate Narrative and Storytelling COMM 538: Technology and Corporate Culture International Business Concentration The MBA Concentration in International Business provides students the opportunity to explore the global economies, while acquiring a stronger knowledge of the intricacies of our interconnected world. Students who decide to concentrate in International Business will delve into the international topics of finance, trade and investment, marketing, economics, and accounting. These international courses will prepare students to advance in their careers by offering them a stronger understanding of the impacts of global decisions, the language of globalization, and how globalization affects our daily lives. Additionally, our students will develop skills in business leadership that will help them successfully lead a diverse team that handles the complexities of their international work environment. The online platform allows you to simultaneously study and work full time. Along with the five required courses, you will need to take three of the six international business electives listed below: ECON 510: International Finance and Open-Economy Macroeconomics ECON 520: International Trade and Investment ECON 530: Global Capital and National Institutions MKTG 510: Global Marketing Strategy ACCT 540: International Accounting FINC 510: Global Financial Strategy AdditionalINFORMATIONPROGRAM DETAILS Credit hours: 32 Cost per credit: $524 Estimated completion time: 12-16 months Admission Requirements & Process To be considered for Ave Maria’s online MBA program, you must have a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university. You must also have proof of at least two of the following: GMAT score of at least 440 GRE score of at least 144 Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or more Post-graduate degree in another discipline Three or more years of professional work experience with advancement in a particular competency or management responsibilities for budgets, projects, or personnel A “B” grade or better in each of the following courses, or their undergraduate equivalents: ACCT 201, ECON 201, FINC 201, and STAT 230 (when enrolling with conditional admission as a non-degree-seeking student) To apply, please submit the following items: Online application (There is no application fee.) Official copies of all transcripts, showing degree conferral when appropriate Essay or video in which you communicate your motivation for pursuing an MBA Email onlinemba@avemaria.edu for further information. Tuition & Fees Tuition $560.68 per credit ($2,242.72 per course) Total Program Cost: $17,941.76 (32 credits total) Authentication Fee: $43.87 per course Time to completion varies by student, depending on individual progress and credits transferred, if applicable. For a personalized estimate of your time to completion, call an enrollment advisor at (239) 280-2556 or request more information. * Tuition and fees are subject to change. Books and materials are not included and may cost up to an additional $5,500. Fees are charged per course unless otherwise noted. This program takes an estimated two to four semesters to complete, depending on transfer credits. Financial Aid At Ave Maria Online, we understand that coming up with the funds for a college education can get tricky. We offer financial aid to all eligible students who complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Our financial aid options include grants and loans. Simply complete the application online on the FAFSA website. Remember to use Ave’s school code: 039413. After we have received your information, we will determine your financial aid eligibility and notify you so that you can accept any or all of it. In addition, one of our friendly enrollment counselors can assist you throughout the entire process. Military Students We proudly offer assistance for U.S. military veterans. Veterans can take advantage of the Montgomery GI Bill and the Veterans Vocational Rehabilitation for veterans with a service-connected disability. Spouses and dependents of veterans can also receive assistance. Accreditation Ave Maria University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral degrees. Contact the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Ave Maria University. CareerOUTCOMES After graduating from our online MBA program, you’ll be able to advance your career and pursue a variety of opportunities in business management, finance, marketing and general business. (Median annual salaries and job growth predictions are from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and job growth is projected through 2026.) Information Systems Manager An information systems manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing an organization’s technology-related activities. They assess computer needs and recommend upgrades to executives, evaluate the costs and benefits of projects, install and maintain hardware and software, and ensure network security. Annual median salary: $139,220 Job growth: 12 percent Marketing Manager A marketing manager estimates the demand for product and services for a business and determines potential markets for products. They also develop pricing strategies to help their business maximize profits and market share. Annual median salary: $132,230 Job growth: 10 percent Human Resources Manager Human resources managers coordinate an organization’s administration and workforce. They manage employee benefit programs and the hiring process, and they resolve workplace conflicts. Annual median salary: $110,120 Job growth: 9 percent Health Services Manager In charge of a medical facility’s services, a health services manager seeks ways to improve the efficiency and quality of healthcare services and make sure that the facility is compliant with laws and regulations. They oversee the facility’s finances, hire staff members, and act as a representative for the facility at investor meetings or on governing boards. Annual median salary: $98,350 Job growth: 20 percent GO AHEAD AND APPLY! Sunny skies, warm temperatures, a beautiful campus. What more could you want? How about a community-like atmosphere, quality instructors who care about your success, a wealth of spiritual activities, expert career guidance… and that’s only the beginning. Imagine your future at AMU. It all starts by filling out our free application today. APPLY NOW
Feb 10 2022 MA in Theology HOME | ACADEMICS | PROGRAMS | MA in Theology MA in TheologyQUICK LINKS Program Requirements Fast Facts 5-Year Program Plan of Study Application Meet the Faculty MA in Theologyat a glance Graduate If you are ready to open your mind and heart to Jesus Christ, humanity’s one True Teacher, guided by a highly qualified faculty, we invite you to consider an M.A. in Theology from Ave Maria University. By studying the wisdom of Sacred Scripture, the Church Fathers, Thomas Aquinas and the Magisterial teachings of the Church in an authentically Catholic learning environment, you will be abundantly prepared for pastoral, diocesan or educational jobs, or to move on to doctoral studies. Careers: Director of Religious Education, Diocesan Leader, Theology Teacher, Religious Life APPLY NOW So That in all Things God May Be Glorified To study Catholic theology is to realize that the Word Incarnate and the Holy Spirit inspired Sacred Scripture and continue to guide the Magisterium of the Church, whose Tradition directs us as we reach up to the great minds and hearts of the many saints and scholars who over the millennia have contributed to the quest for genuine holiness, wisdom, science, scholarship and art. Our program emphasizes a contemplative pattern of study that initiates students into the great tradition of speculative wisdom, with its unifying theoretical vision of the whole of God’s creative and redemptive presence. Fast Fact: All theology faculty have the ecclesiastical mandatum, meaning they are recognized by Church authority as being in full communion of the Catholic Church. EXPLORE the OPPORTUNITY MA in Theology Skills you will gain withA MA in Theology DEGREE A deeper knowledge of Catholic doctrine and practice. Dive into particular areas of Church teaching that interest you, and examine their scriptural and historical foundations. Engage your mind in the pursuit of wisdom through faith and reason. Research and critical thinking skills. Many of our theology courses have research papers that challenge you to dig deeper into specific theological topics and compare and evaluate the insights of different theologians. Practical ways of growing closer to God. Your ultimate goal in life is not your career (though that’s still important), but getting to heaven! By studying theology you’re learning more about God, the source of all love and joy! CAREER PATHS Director of Religious Education Diocesan Work Missionary Work Ph.D. Studies Take the NEXT STEP Start yourAPPLICATIONAPPLY NOW Get someFINANCIAL AIDGET AID ContactADMISSIONSCONTACT USA look into theMA in Theology DEPARTMENTMEET THE FACULTYGerald Boersma, Ph.D.Associate Professor of Theology Education: B.A., Religious Studies, Trinity Western University; M.A., Theology, Ave Maria University; Ph.D., Theology and Religion, University of Durham Office: Henkels 3003 Email: gerald.boersma@avemaria.edu Phone: (239) 304-7910 Curriculum Vitae: Download Fr. Romanus Cessario, S.T.D.Adam Cardinal Maida Professor of Theology Education: B.A., St. Stephen’s College; M.A., St. Stephen’s College; S.T.L., Dominican House of Studies; S.T.B., Dominican House of Studies; S.T.D., University de Fribourg; S.T.M., The Order of Preachers, Santa Sabina, Rome Email: rev.romanus.cessario@avemaria.edu Office: Henkels 3026 Phone: (239) 304-7935 MICHAEL DAUPHINAIS, PH.D.CHAIR OF THE THEOLOGY DEPARTMENT, FR. MATTHEW L. LAMB PROFESSOR OF CATHOLIC THEOLOGY, PROFESSOR OF THEOLOGY AND HUMANITIES Education: B.S., Engineering, Duke University; M.T.S., Theology, Duke Divinity School; Ph.D., Systematic Theology, University of Notre Dame Office: Henkels 3005 Email: michael.dauphinais@avemaria.edu Phone: (239) 280-2538 Fr. Robert Garrity, S.T.D.Associate Professor of Theology Education: B.A., English Literature, Aurora University; M.A., Theology, Catholic University of America; S.T.L., Theology, Catholic University of America; J.C.L., Canon Law, The Catholic University of America; S.T.D., Theology, The Catholic University of America Office: Henkels 2068 Email: robert.garrity@avemaria.edu Phone: (239) 280-2424 Curriculum Vitae: Download Daniel Lendman, Ph.D.Assistant Professor of Theology Education: B.A., Liberal Arts, Thomas Aquinas College; M.A., Philosophy, Dominican School of Philosophy & Theology; S.T.M., Theology, International Theological Insitute; S.T.L., Systematic Theology, International Theological Insitute; Ph.D., Systematic Theology, Ave Maria University Email: danielw.lendman@avemaria.edu Office: Henkels 3029 Phone: 239-304-7934 Steven Long, Ph.D.Professor of Theology Education: B.A., Philosophy, University of Toledo; M.A., Philosophy, University of Toledo; Ph.D., Philosophy, The Catholic University of America Office: Henkels 3007 Email: steven.long@avemaria.edu Phone: (239) 280-1664 Fr. Guy Mansini, S.T.D.Max Seckler Chair of Theology Education: B.A., Philosophy, Saint Meinrad College; M. Div., Theology, Saint Meinrad School of Theology; M.A., Religious Studies, Indiana University; M.A., Philosophy, Marquette University; S.T.D., Pontifical Gregorian University Office: Henkels 3009 Email: fr.guy.mansini@avemaria.edu Phone: (239) 280-2594 Roger Nutt, S.T.L., S.T.D.Provost, Professor of Theology Education: B.E.S., Literature & Philosophy, St. Cloud State University; M.A., Theology & Christian Ministry, Franciscan University of Steubenville; S.T.B., Sacred Theology, Pontifical University of St. Thomas Aquinas, S.T.L., Sacred Theology, Pontifical University of St. Thomas Aquinas; S.T.D., Sacred Theology, Pontifical University of St. Thomas Aquinas Office: Henkels 3056 Email: roger.nutt@avemaria.edu Phone: (239) 280-1603 Curriculum Vitae: Download T. Adam Van Wart, Ph.D.Assistant Professor of Theology Education: B.S., Psychology, Texas Christian University; M.A., Counseling, Dallas Theological Seminary; Th.M., Systematic Theology Dallas Theological Seminary; M.T.S., Theology, Duke University; Ph.D., Religious Studies, Southern Methodist University Office: Henkels 3008 Email: thomas.vanwart@avemaria.edu Phone: (239) 304-7825 Curriculum Vitae: Download Jeffrey Walkey, Ph.D.Assistant Professor of Theology Education: B.S., Management Purdue University; M.T.S. Theological Studies, Duke Divinity School; Ph.D. Religious Studies, Maquette University Office: Henkels 3004 Email: jeffrey.walkey@avemaria.edu Phone: (239) 304-7363 Curriculum Vitae: Download FAST FACTS Faithful and intellectually challenging 48-credit M.A. program in Theology, which is normally completed in two academic years. Accomplished faculty with prestigious records of publication. Each member of the faculty possesses the ecclesiastical mandatum. Small class sizes, affordable tuition, and competitive merit-based scholarships. Excellent placement rates in doctoral programs, diocesan employment, and educational institutions. World class theological and philosophical library. Dynamic campus life with spiritual and service opportunities and vibrant community among graduate students. Easy on-line application. Ave Maria University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award baccalaureate, masters, and doctoral degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Ave Maria University. Typical Plan of Study Year One Fall Semester THEO 501 Old Testament THEO 523 Triune God THEO 552 Fundamental Moral Theology* Spring Semester THEO 502 New Testament THEO 525 Christ and His Church THEO 527 Sacraments* Year Two Fall Semester THEO 553 Systematic Theology & Eschatology Graduate Theology Elective Graduate Theology Elective Spring Semester THEO 599 M.A. Thesis Graduate Theology Elective Graduate Theology Elective *With the approval of the program director, THEO 552 and/or THEO 527 can be deferred to Year Two and replaced with electives. Students who enter the program with little or no Latin should take THEO 509 Theological Latin I and 510 Theological Latin II as electives during Year One. 5 Year B.A./M.A. Program Ave Maria University offers a 4+1, B.A., M.A. program for undergraduate majors in theology. Interested students should receive permission to enter the five-year (4+1) program from the director of the undergraduate program in theology during their junior year and begin planning their coursework with their advisor at that time. Students in the B.A., M.A. five-year program will begin taking graduate-level courses during their junior and senior year. Students are encouraged to complete a minor in Philosophy or Classics by the end of the fourth year, but are still eligible for the five-year program without the minor. A formal application to the Master’s program is to be completed in the fall of the senior year. Students do not become degree- seeking M.A. students until they have been accepted into the M.A. program and have completed their B.A. degree. The successful completion of the B.A. component of the five-year program includes: the completion of 128 credits of coursework satisfying all Ave Maria University core requirements and course requirements specific to the five-year program by the end of the fourth year of study (with a 16-credit cap on graduate level credits taken before the successful completion of the B.A.). The successful completion of the M.A. component of the five-year program includes: the successful completion of 32 additional credit hours while enrolled at the graduate-level and of requirements specified by the five-year plan (48 total graduate-level credit hours during the 5 years). As a result, students in the five-year program will earn both a B.A. and an M.A. in Theology (classes in bold). Admission Requirements For priority consideration for scholarships and for housing, applications should be received by February 1. Later applications, however, will still be accepted. Applicants to the M.A. Program must possess a bachelor’s degree and must submit the following: Official GRE Score Report from ETS (optional) Seal-bearing transcripts (from all institutions attended) Completed application (online) International applicants must also submit official TOEFL score results. Upload the following documents (.pdf or docx) when submitting the application: Professional and Academic Experience Statement of intent (500-words): brief intellectual autobiography, academic/research interests and goals, and Christian-ecclesial commitment Writing sample of a theological and/or philosophical character of at least five to eight pages. Two letters of recommendation Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis beginning on December 1. In order to receive priority consideration for scholarships and housing, applications should be received by February 1. Later applications, however, will continue to be reviewed. A limited number of merit-based scholarships will be offered to outstanding applicants. A $150 enrollment fee (non-refundable) is required after acceptance into the program. Fees paid by personal check should be made payable to “Ave Maria University” and mailed to the Graduate Enrollment Office. Questions regarding the Graduate Theology Program should be directed to graduatetheology@avemaria.edu or by calling Megan Hare at 239-280-1629 GRE Score Reports, Official Transcripts, Letters of Recommendation need to be sent directly from the testing service, educational institution, and individual reference to: Graduate Enrollment Office Ave Maria University 5050 Ave Maria Blvd. Ave Maria, FL 34142 Program Requirements The requirements listed below are typically completed during a two-year residency. All required courses and most electives are 4 credit hours each. 48 credit hours of graduate theology courses, maintaining a GPA of 2.7 or higher Eight required courses (32 credits): THEO 501, 502, 523, 525, 527, 533, 552 and 599 Four electives (16 credits), subject to approval of the program director (500-level courses in Theological Latin, Theological Greek, or Theological Hebrew may be taken as electives) Latin reading proficiency, demonstrated by the proficiency exam or approved AMU courses (with a grade of B- or higher) M.A. Thesis (THEO 599), including oral presentation, on an approved topic Students normally enter the program with some undergraduate coursework in theology and philosophy. Those judged to have significant lacunae in their prior academic formation will be directed to take courses that complement the M.A. curriculum. Students are encouraged to take advantage of the sacramental and spiritual life of the university as an integral element in their theological formation. Continuance in the program is subject to faculty review each semester. Students must be in good academic standing (GPA of 2.7 or higher) to maintain any scholarship or financial aid. Application and Other Links Free Online Application Academic Catalogue Contact us Dr. Gerald Boersma, Program Director: (239) 304-7910 Megan Hare, Administrative Assistant: (239) 280-1629 Email: graduatetheology@avemaria.edu Graduate Enrollment Office Ave Maria University 5050 Ave Maria Blvd. Ave Maria, FL 34142 More to help youON YOUR JOURNEY CAREER SERVICES Achieve your goals with the help of our experts. Learn More FAITH LIFE Enjoy every opportunity to live your faith on our beautiful campus. Learn More CENTERS AND ACADEMY Be inspired to live the Catholic Faith for the greater good. Learn More DISCOVER THE AQUINAS CENTER FOR THEOLOGICAL RENEWAL Created to foster the renewal of Catholic theology, the Aquinas Center is invested in a wide variety of projects both within and outside of Ave Maria University. With the help of scholars from colleges and universities around the world, the center l seeks to contribute to the development of a vibrant theological renaissance. LEARN MORE
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