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Master of Pastoral Ministry

Madonna University

Livonia, United States
2 years
English
On campus
Master

About the program

Master's degree preparing professional pastoral ministers and lay chaplains.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: no
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop foundational and applied knowledge of Pastoral Ministry. Strengthen analytical and communication skills relevant to the field. Apply learning through appropriate academic activities.

Career outcomes

Chaplaincy (hospital
Prison
Military)
Parish
Youth
Campus and liturgical ministry
Parish administration
Hospice and nursing home ministry
Catholic Charities
Spiritual director

Curriculum

Theological education joined with Catholic social teaching
With a concentration in chaplaincy or general pastoral ministry. Courses may be taken on campus
Online or combined
And an admission interview with the director is required.

Entry requirements

Academic

Completed bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Official transcripts
Two professional references
Personal goal statement and resume
English test (TOEFL iBT 80
IELTS 6.5
Duolingo 110
MET 71)
Financial statement for the F-1 I-20. Several programmes list a 3.0 GPA (see Notes).

Accepted academic background

Completed bachelor's degree; Online application, Official transcripts, Two professional references, Personal goal statement, Resume; Financial statement for F-1 I-20; Passport copy; Programme-specific extras

Language tests

TOEFL iBT 80
IELTS 6.5
Duolingo 110

Other requirements

Interview required

Documents you’ll need

Academic transcripts
Completed application form
Identification document
Prior degree certificate
Language proficiency evidence if requested
Additional program-specific supporting documents if requested

How to apply

Check the graduate admission requirements and international deadline for your term: Fall April 1
Winter October 1
Summer February 1 on the official website. Apply online at official website Send two professional references
Official transcripts
A personal goal statement
A resume
English test results (TOEFL iBT 80
IELTS 6.5
Duolingo 110 or MET 71) and a financial statement for the I-Take the English placement test if below the minimum. Receive the I-20 and apply for the F-1 student visa.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$19,170 USD
Application fee	$25 USD
Deposit	$500 USD

Program details

Campus	Livonia campus
Faculty or school	Faculty or school requires confirmation
Department	Pastoral Ministry
Teaching language	English
Credit value	60
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	Scholarship opportunities may be available to eligible applicants. Confirm award criteria and funding with the university.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
May 2027
Apply by
1 Feb 2027
79 days left
Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
1 Feb 2027
79 days left
Program starts
January 2028
Apply by
1 Feb 2027
79 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.