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College of Arts and Sciences

Certificate in Catholic Theology and Ministry

The Certificate in Catholic Theology and Ministry program is designed to form University Ministry Scholars for compassionate and ethical leadership in the Catholic Church. This program provides students with a theological foundation through a scaffolded set of three 3-unit courses in Catholic theology and ethics. Each 3-unit course is integrated with ministry and justice work through a corresponding 1-unit practicum course.

Enrollment in the Certificate in Catholic Theology and Ministry program is required for and available exclusively to recipients of USD’s University Ministry Scholarship.

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Email Program Director Dr. Mary Doak for questions about the certificate program or Scholarship Director Dr. Kenny Van Tilburg about the University Ministry Scholarship.