Washington, D.C.,
DC,
United States
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Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Biblical Studies in Washington D.C., DC United States | The Catholic University of America
The Catholic University of America
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Washington D.C., DC United States
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Qualification
Master's Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2026)
USD
25,000
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
The goal of the master's program is to expand and deepen the student's initial education in Biblical Studies. It prepares students to engage in independent research in various domains pertinent to the study of Scripture, such as Old Testament, New Testament, Septuagint Studies, ancient languages and more. The degree promotes a thorough and rigorous foundation for further graduate studies in the area of Biblical Studies and Ancient Languages.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
The M.A. in Biblical Studies program is a 30-credit-hour degree program.
The M.A. Curriculum:
- 9 credit hours in advanced Hebrew.
- 9 credit hours in advanced Greek.
- 6 credit hours in exegesis (one in OT, one in NT).
- Six further credits in exegesis or a related area such as theology, archaeology, Semitics, the Ancient Near East, ancient languages.
- M.A. thesis guidance as needed.
- A reading knowledge of French or German demonstrated in accordance with school norms.
- A written comprehensive examination at the conclusion of the coursework.
- An M.A. thesis or, with the approval of the academic area director, two seminar papers.
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Minimum Required Documents for Master's Degrees
- Online application (no application fee)*
- Official transcripts from previous colleges/universities
- Unofficial transcripts accepted for review
- English Proficiency Test
*Some master’s programs may require a fee and additional documents.
Recommended Documents for Master’s Degrees
- Copy of resume
- One letter of recommendation
- A professional goal statement
Tuition
USD
25,000
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