Religious Studies
Graduate Academic Programs
We welcome students with a range of theological perspectives to study the richness of Catholic intellectual traditions and church life.
As a graduate student in religious studies, you'll find:
- A strong academic foundation that integrates the study of Christian theology with multicultural and interdisciplinary dimensions.
- Preparation for successful careers in both academia and ministry.
- Award-winning faculty.
- Access to the world-renowned Marian Library.
- Our M.A. programs are offered in flexible online and face to face formats.
Online M.A. and certificate options
The University of Dayton’s Online M.A. and Certificate Programs in Pastoral Ministry and Theological Studies include a hybrid option that welcomes students from across the country into synchronous classes with residential students. Together, they form an authentic community of learners.
What our students have to say about the Online M.A. programs
“I wouldn't be able to easily pursue this Master's degree without the hybrid option, as I live over 1,000 miles away from Dayton. We have a great cohort - those who are 'Roomers' (resident students) are always making the extra attempt to include those of us who are 'zoomers' (distance-learning students). A few of us out-of-state students were able to converge on Dayton last semester for a few days, which further bonded our cohort."
"I had been looking for a few years at Dayton's M.A. program. Never could justify the commuting travel. When this opportunity came up, it was like a dream come true."
"The hybrid program at the University of Dayton is excellent. I love the live classes and the fellowship it brings to our cohort. The standard of technology is high. Video and audio are clear as rooms are specifically set up with this model in mind. You truly feel like a part of the classroom environment."
Assistantships
Competitive assistantships, which provide tuition remission plus a stipend, are available to graduate students.
Master of Arts Scholarships
Students enrolled in our Master of Arts programs are eligible for three scholarship opportunities.