Washington, D.C.,
DC,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Church History 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
39,150
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The M.A. in the History of Christianity and Church History prepares students for careers in religious education and for advanced study on the doctoral level. Students in the M.A. program are expected to think critically about the ways in which Christianity has been studied over the centuries. To do this effectively, students are expected to acquire training in the original languages and to conduct their research in the primary texts. The program allows for students to complete coursework in related fields and disciplines.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
The M.A. in Church History program is a 60-credit-hour degree program.
Students must complete a minimum of 30 credit hours, which include the following:
- TRS 722A Ancient and Medieval Church History.
- TRS 621C Church History from the High Middle Ages to the Present.
- TRS 724 The Writing of Church History.
- Two (2) seminar courses in which research papers are required and for which at least a grade of B is received. At least one of these seminars must be in the academic area.
Languages
- Students must demonstrate reading competence in French and German by the end of the second semester of coursework. Competence is demonstrated by receiving a grade of B or better in approved language courses.
- Competence in 1 additional language may be required depending upon the student’s area of concentration (e.g. Greek or Latin for the early and Medieval periods). This is to be determined by passing an examination administered by the Department of Greek and Latin.
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
39,150
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