University of Dayton College of Arts and Sciences Pastoral Ministry (M.A.) 300 College Park Dayton, OH 45469-1530 US   Phone: 1-937-229-4321   At a Glance Program Requirements Tuition & Financial Aid Institution Overview Important Dates Upcoming Events Degrees: Program Format: Master's M.A. in Pastoral Ministry On Campus   The Master of Arts (M.A.) in pastoral ministry is ideal for those interested in pursuing a career in ministry; it combines a background in theological studies with practical training in a ministerial context. This program offers unique opportunities for study and practice through the Institute for Pastoral Initiatives and other centers at the University (the Center for Family Research, the Center for Christian Renewal, the offices for Creative Ministry, Aging, Strategies for Responsible Development, Educational Services, and Religious Telecommunications).     Accreditation Information:   # Of Credits Required:   Time To Degree:     Previous Degrees For the M.A. in pastoral ministry, we recommend twenty-four semester hours of undergraduate course work in philosophy and theology/religion.  Pre-Requisite Courses International Student Requirements   Requirements Qualifying Exam: None Required Minimum Exam Score: GPA or Equivalent: English Proficiency: Yes Research Competency: Yes Clinical Internship: Yes   Work Experience Volunteer Experience Publications Experience Foreign Language Requirement Other Requirements The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is recommended but not required.    Cost Per Credit Hour: $   Tuition:   Financial Aid Offered:       # of Students Enrolled Full Time: 1235  # of Students Enrolled Part Time: 1345  Average GPA:   Average Test Scores:   Charge Per Credit: $601  Annual Full Time Avg Institution Tuition: $7212  Financial Aid Offered: Yes  Average Work Experience: Less than 1 Year  Specializations:   # of Terms Per Year:   Placement Percentage:   Historically Black: No   Religious Affiliation: Roman Catholic