Master of Divinity (M.Div.) in Catholic Theology - Hispanic Ministry sub-concentration
This is a specialization within the Master of Divinity program. Please see the previous M.Div. sections for credit requirements and course distribution. The goal of the concentration in Hispanic Ministry is to prepare M.Div. students to play an active role in the life of the Hispanic Catholic community in North America. The program is designed so that students can learn not only about the Latin American background of Hispanics/Latinos, but also about the identity and contributions of the Hispanic/Latino population in the United States. Students have the opportunity to engage in historical, social, pastoral, and theological reflection on this increasingly significant population of the North American Catholic Church.
- Admission Requirements: (See requirements for Master of Divinity (M. Div.) above)
- Coursework Requirements: The M.Div. concentration in Hispanic Ministry supplements the standard M.Div. degree through three types of courses at the graduate level:
- Language proficiency
- Hispanic Theology and Culture
- Pastoral Theology (three credits in Hispanic Ministry plus field placement and competency in sacramental ministry)
- Language Requirements: Students are expected to have a reading knowledge of Latin. Since Latin is considered a prerequisite, the requirement must be satisfied by the end of the first fall semester in the program.
Students must possess an intermediate proficiency level in reading and spoken Spanish which is verified through a proficiency test before taking courses in this specialization.
- Comprehensive Examinations: No comprehensive examinations are required for this degree.
- Residency Requirements: Six semesters of full-time enrollment or the equivalent. Summer courses in Hispanic ministry may be taken outside the University with the approval of the Hispanic Ministry director.