Certificate in Catholic Theology at Saint Louis University

Saint Louis University

United States of America, Saint Louis

University Rank:#951

Study Catholic Theology at Saint Louis University, a Certificate degree offered at its main campus in Saint Louis , United States of America. This Full Time program is delivered on campus in English and takes approximately 1 year to complete. Students benefit from a structured learning experience designed to build both theoretical knowledge and practical experience. The next intake is scheduled for August 23, 2027.

About Certificate in Catholic Theology

The Department of Theological Studies at Saint Louis University offers core graduate coursework designed to support the Bishops' Curriculum Framework for high school religion teachers.

The framework identifies six required (God/Trinity, Christ, Salvation, Ecclesiology, Sacraments, Christian Ethics) and five elective doctrinal loci (Bible, Church History, Catholic Social Teaching, Christian Vocations, and Ecumenical/Interreligious Dialogue).

Catholic educators interested in becoming certified as high school religion teachers, adult religious education coordinators, or directors of religious education can take the required theology and/or education credit hours to meet the certification standards set by their home diocese.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Certificate in Catholic Theology at Saint Louis University

Entry Requirements

Send transcripts of all secondary work.

Find out from your admission counselor what secondary credentials are required. We’ll evaluate how you’ve done in school up to this point, so please send all transcripts for secondary work, along with their English language translations.

Submit proof of your English language proficiency.

These are scores from any standardized test you may have taken to prepare for college — TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, SAT, ACT or Duolingo score. All of our international applicants are required to demonstrate their English proficiency, and these tests can help us make that determination.

If you do not meet SLU’s direct entry requirements, we encourage you to apply to the Pathway or English Language programs offered by INTO Saint Louis University.

Recommended items.

Though not required for admission, submission of a resume of activities and letters of recommendation is encouraged. All undergraduate applicants are also encouraged to complete an admission interview.

English Requirements

PTEMin 54
IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 80

Tuition and Fee Information for Certificate in Catholic Theology at Saint Louis University

How to Apply for Certificate in Catholic Theology at Saint Louis University

The online application will ask about your educational background and citizenship to help determine your eligibility. If you are applying to enter SLU as a first-time, freshman student, we’ll also ask you to complete an essay. There is no application fee to apply for undergraduate admission to SLU.

Certificate in Catholic Theology at Saint Louis University

Saint Louis University

United States of America, Saint Louis