Master of Arts in Theological Studies
 The Master of Arts in Theological Studies, MA(TS) is a 60 credit hour degree in religion and theology designed to be:
- an academic concentration for persons intending further graduate study with the goal of a demonstrated capacity for scholarship within a defined field of study.
- a general program of graduate theological studies for laypersons desiring to strengthen the religious basis of their lives and work with the goal of demonstrated knowledge of general theological studies.
The MA(TS) degree program is equivalent to two years of full-time study. Although opportunities for part-time study are available within the program, all requirements must be completed within six years.
Degree Requirements
The MA(TS) program requires the focused study of a theological discipline in depth and in the context of broader theological disciplines, a summative evaluation, and the study of languages as appropriate.
Areas of Concentrations
Upon satisfactory completion of 10 credit hours, students formally request an MA(TS) concentration by submitting an application, which is available from the Registrar.
Areas of concentration include:
- Biblical Studies
- Ethics or Church and Society
- Historical Studies
- Theological Studies
- Wesleyan Studies
Advanced Placement
Students completing a MDiv degree with a GPA of 3.0 or higher from an ATS accredited school (including Saint Paul) may qualify for advanced placement.
Advanced standing means that students may complete the MA(TS) degree program with 30 credit hours of upper level courses and a summative evaluation as long as both degrees are completed within six years. Students with advanced placement must complete 15 credit hours within their concentrations while at Saint Paul.
For more information download:
 Saint Paul School of Theology Catalog, 2006-2008
 Community Handbook 2007-2008
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