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Program Snapshot
24
Average number of months to complete the program
11
Courses that examine faith through a 21st-century Franciscan lens
18–20
Average number of hours required per week
7
Total number of weeks per semester
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The online Master of Theological Studies – Franciscan Theology (MTS-FT) is a graduate program unlike any other: a rigorous yet flexible theological education rooted in the Franciscan Catholic tradition and designed to meet you where you are in your faith, your career, and your life. Apply now to this one-of-a-kind program, and your $45 application fee will be completely waived.
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Who Is This Degree For?
Designed for working professionals and recent undergraduates alike, this unique online program is ideal for those pursuing careers in religious education, parish support, or ministry, or as preparation for further academic work.
Students’ backgrounds or career aspirations may include:
- Parish, church, and campus/college ministry
- Education and school administration
- Counseling and social work
- Healthcare
- Theological research
- Community and nonprofit leadership
- Military service
- Law
- Public service
The MTS-FT degree is also suitable for learners of any age or background interested in furthering their knowledge of Franciscan theology or integrating faith into their life or career.
Priority Deadline
Applying to our master’s program by the priority deadline offers you significant advantages:
- Early Consideration: Be among the first to have your application reviewed and receive your admission decision sooner, giving you more time to prepare for your next academic journey.
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Don’t wait—take the first step toward your future today by submitting your application by the priority deadline!
Why Choose University of San Diego?
World-Class Franciscan Scholars
You will learn from leading Franciscan theologians whose work spans decades of research and active service. With a small student-to-instructor ratio, every student receives personal attention and access to a breadth of knowledge that is rarely available in an online program.
Flexibility Built for Real Life
The MTS-FT program is designed around your schedule, with one focused seven-week course at a time and fully asynchronous coursework. Pursue a rigorous graduate theological education while honoring your existing commitments to work, family, and community.
Rooted in Tradition, Designed for Today
The MTS-FT curriculum grounds students in the rich intellectual and spiritual tradition of St. Francis and St. Clare of Assisi while equipping them to serve in diverse contemporary contexts, from parish ministry and education to healthcare, social work, and beyond. This is theology lived, not just studied.