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LICENTIATE IN SACRED THEOLOGY |
| Through integrated theological study and focused spiritual direction, this program seeks to provide, on a postsecondary collegiate level, a foundational academic and spiritual background for priestly ministry and advanced theological study, together with practical field experience and attainment of professional competencies similar to those defined for the typical Master of Divinity program. |
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Requirements for admission: |
| Be at least 21 years of age. |
| Bachelors Degree or its equivalent |
| Those who have the Diploma in Theology must complete additional core courses prior to enrolling in the Licentiate Program. |
| Sponsorship of diocese or religious superior |
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Graduation Requirements: |
| Sixty-five (65) units of study in the areas of religion, theology, and spirituality |
| We award full credit for previous equivalent seminary studies |
| We award credit for previous self-directed study by way of competency examinations. |
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Required Courses: |
| TH101, TH201, TH202, TH203, TH301, PT201, PT202, PT203, BS201, PS203, D201, D202, PL101, PL102, CL101, CL201, plus eighteen (18) elective credits. |
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Academic Degree: |
| Those who wish to pursue an academic degree after completion of the Diploma program may apply all earned credits toward a degree or licentiate program. |
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Tuition and Fees: |
| $50.00 one time application / evaluation fee |
| $55.00 per unit of actual study through the School |
| $150.00 graduation fee upon completion of program |
| Text books ARE included in the tuition fee unless otherwise noted in the course listing. |
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Scholarships: |
| Limited scholarships are available for those in need. Contact the rector or your bishop for more information. |
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Length of Program: |
| The STL Program is designed to be completed in two to three years. |
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Spiritual Direction: |
| Each student will be under the guidance of a Spiritual Director during their enrollment in the study program. |