Overview

Students in the Department of Theology at St. Mary’s University examine the sources and ideas central to Christian faith while exploring how faith shapes the ways people and communities live.

Through critical investigation and the use of diverse methods, students apply critical thinking and interdisciplinary knowledge to understand the origins of Christianity and its meaning today.

Students can pursue a Bachelor of Arts or a minor in Theology. Through the open, critical study of scripture, moral theology and systematic theology, students build on a commitment to the compatibility of faith and reason.

In the major, students develop information literacy, integrative understanding, self-reflection, intellectual humility and effective communication.

Career Opportunities

Theology majors have gone on to teach in Catholic parochial and high schools, work in parish and diocesan administrative positions, and serve as catechetical leaders. Some have worked for mission-based nonprofit organizations. Others have pursued master’s and doctoral studies, and have taught in colleges and Universities.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Theology for Majors and Minors

Christ and the Christian God

Moral Theology and Social Ethics

Scripture

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International

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National students: Dec. 15 – Priority application date for admission and general merit scholarships

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

San Antonio, United States

Disciplines

Theology and Religious Studies View 871 other Bachelors in Theology and Religious Studies in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

While there are several options for submitting your application, the online St. Mary’s University application is easy to use and is the quickest way to get your information to the Office of Admission.

High school transcripts(s).

ACT and/or SAT scores or a personal statement. It’s your choice, but one must be submitted.

File your FAFSA and explore Financial Aid.

Submit English Proficiency Scores.

Aside from the admission application, only an in-progress high school transcript is required when applying.

While the following documents are not required, we will accept them in support of your admission application if you choose to submit them:

One letter of recommendation,

Résumé.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

37284 USD / year

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Out-of-State

37284 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

37284 USD / year

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Living costs

San Antonio

United States

972 - 1507 USD / month

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Scholarships Information

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