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Bachelor of Theology in Deaconess Program

Concordia University Chicago

River Forest, United States
4 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

Four-year on-campus arts degree in theology (deaconess program) at Concordia University Chicago.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (3): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Demonstrate knowledge of Theology in Deaconess Program. Apply concepts and skills introduced in the curriculum
including A 30-credit theology major (Old and New Testament
catechisms
church history
confessions
senior seminar) pl. Communicate findings and complete discipline-appropriate tasks.

Career outcomes

LCMS deaconess

Curriculum

About 144 credits. A 30-credit theology major (Old and New Testament
catechisms
church history
confessions
senior seminar) plus a 61-credit Deaconess specialisation in ministry formation
mercy and care
teaching
liturgy
a field experience and a 24-credit internship
with an 18-credit minor.

Entry requirements

Academic

Proof of secondary school graduation
Foreign transcripts evaluated by ECE
Certified first-year financial support document
English proof (TOEFL iBT 72
IELTS 6.0
Duolingo 95 or ELS level 112)

Minimum GPA

Accepted academic background

Proof of secondary school graduation; foreign transcripts evaluated by ECE (Educational Credential Evaluators); certified financial support document for the first year; US-school transfers need a transfer verification form

Language tests

IELTS 6.0
TOEFL iBT 72
Duolingo 95

Documents you’ll need

Passport Identification Page
Official Academic Transcripts
Secondary School Completion Evidence
Financial Support Evidence
English Proficiency Evidence if Required

How to apply

Review the program entry requirements and intake dates. Prepare academic transcripts and identification documents. Check required language scores and program prerequisites. Submit the international student application. Pay the applicable fee and await the admission decision.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$40,480 USD
Application fee	$50 USD
Deposit	$500 USD

Program details

Campus	River Forest Campus
Faculty or school	College of Theology, Arts & Humanities
Department	Department of College of Theology, Arts & Humanities
Teaching language	English
Credit value	144
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	3
Scholarship note	Potential institutional or external awards may be available to eligible international students at Concordia University Chicago. Confirm current eligibility, funding amount and deadlines with the institution.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
15 Nov 2026
1 day left
Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
15 May 2027
182 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.