| Home |
Program |
Curriculum |
Faculty |
Links |
Students |
Activities |
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions |
| What do I need to be
admitted to the program? What if I do not have 8-12 credits in Theology/Religious studies? What do I need to graduate? What is the purpose of the program? What courses will I have to take? What if I do not want to pursue a degree but only wish to take specific courses? Is financial aid available? What does it cost? What will be offered during the year? Where are classes held? |
|
|
What do I need to be admitted to the program? You need: 1. A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. 2. Eight to twelve credits in theology/religious studies including courses such as Introduction to the Bible and Introduction to Theology (or their equivalents). 3. Three letters of recommendation. 4. A brief essay. The Admissions Committee will make decisions based on the above criteria as well as other guidelines it may establish to judge the candidate's readiness for graduate work. Special and auditing students will ge admitted on an individual basis. |
|
| What if I do not have
8-12 credits in Theology/Religious studies? The Ecumenical Institute for Ministry (EIM) offers courses which will, when successfully completed, satisfy the requirement, or you may take theology course from the College of Santa Fe, the University of Dayton on line, or other accredited schools. |
|
| What
do I need to graduate? You will be expected to have successfully completed: 1. Thirty two credits, including the core, concluding seminar and master's thesis. 2. A 3.0 GPA 3. A comprehensive examination These requirements must normally be completed within eight summers of the starting date in the program. |
|
| What is the purpose
of the program? St. Norbert College, in cooperation with the Ecumenical Institute for Ministry, provides a graduate program for those seeking knowledge and skills for lay pastoral ministry in their churches. It is a professional degree providing tools for pastoral leadership. |
|
| What courses will I
have to take? Your program of study will include:
|
|
|
What
if I do not want to pursue a degree but only wish to take specific
courses? You will be allowed to take theological core courses or those in a specialization. All courses are valuable for enrichment or the development of skills. You will be expected to have a college degree and some background in theology. Courses may be taken for credit or may be audited. |
|
| Is
financial aid available? Yes, we have limited financial aid for those who are seeking a degree. This aid is awarded on the basis of need and excellence in scholarship. Students are encouraged to seek aid from other sources as well. This may include your diocese, parish or congregation. |
|
| What
does it cost? Tuition is $350 a credit. Auditing a course costs $175 a credit. There is a $50 application fee. |
|
| What will be
offered during the year? One core course is offered each semester. Classes normally meet two Saturdays each month. Two specialization courses are usually offered each summer. Scheduling arrangements may be made, depending on the needs of students enrolled. |
|
| Where
are classes held? Most of the classes take place in Albuquerque at the Catholic Center, 4000 St. Joseph Place NW. If there is a broad enough interest, classes may be held in Santa Fe, or other locations. |
Copyright © 2009 Ecumenical
Institute for Ministry (EIM), All
Rights
Reserved
|
 |