B.A. Theology
Introduction
The discipline of theology is one of the core requirements that support the development of the whole human person in the undergraduate liberal education offered by the College of Arts and Sciences.
Thus, the Department of Theological Studies offers an array of courses emerging from the traditional theological disciplines, tailored to enrich and broaden education in the liberal arts.
Admission
You may download application forms here: major, minor (pdf).
For more information on admission to this or any Saint Louis University undergraduate program, please see the admissions website
Curriculum
In the general undergraduate curriculum at Saint Louis University most students are required to take theology. The basic introductory course, Theological Foundations, introduces the student to the God of revelation within the Judaeo-Christian tradition as grasped in faith and to the understanding of its implications for living a human life, respecting creation and pursuing beauty and truth. This is done within an ecumenical and global context, examining other world religions and various social realities. Subsequent courses focus more specifically on an aspect of Christian or other religious traditions and address important social and moral issues of our day.
Minor In Theological Studies
Through the Department of Theological Studies the College of Arts and Sciences offers a minor in theology.
The minor requires eighteen hours of theological courses (of which six or nine of these hours are already required for advancement toward the Bachelor's degree in the various undergraduate schools of the university).
Major in Theological Studies
Through the Department of Theological Studies the College of Arts and Sciences offers a major in theology. This requires thirty hours in addition to the other core requirements for the Degree of Bachelor of Arts and Sciences.
After the introductory course, Theological Foundations, nine hours are required in one of the following areas of theology: biblical, historical, systematic and moral / spirituality.
Six hours may be taken as electives and seventeen hours in fields related to theology may likewise be pursued.
Senior seminars and a senior synthesis are required of each student.
Puleo Scholarship
The Mev Puleo Scholarship combines formal study and experiential learning to foster awareness and understanding of the people and culture of Latin American countries, Liberation Theology and the influence and role of the Catholic Church as an agent of change in Latin America.
Learn more about this exciting program here.
Finance
For information on financing your B.A. at Saint Louis University, through loans, scholarships, and grants, please see the Office of Scholarship and Financial Aid.
Special Opportunities
- Theology Club
Theology club is for undergraduates majoring in theology, as well as for other undergraduates interested in theology, and holds regular meetings and special events.