Pontifical College Josephinum
Master of Divinity

Columbus, USA

DEGREE TYPE

Master degree

DURATION

LANGUAGES

English

PACE

APPLICATION DEADLINE

EARLIEST START DATE

Sep 2026

STUDY FORMAT

On-Campus

Key Summary

About: The Master of Divinity program offers comprehensive theological education and training, designed to prepare students for various ministry roles. The curriculum covers biblical studies, church history, pastoral care, and practical ministry skills. This program generally takes three years to complete and may include internships or field education components.

Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue a variety of career opportunities, including roles as pastors, chaplains, missionaries, or religious educators. The degree also opens paths in nonprofit organizations and faith-based community services.

Completion of the Master of Divinity (MDiv) degree and ordination to the priesthood are the normative credentials promoted by the School of Theology of the Pontifical College Josephinum for its seminarians. These credentials are conferred after completing the fourth year of studies in the School of Theology. The MDiv program, which is intended to prepare candidates for the Catholic priesthood, is open only to seminarians who have been accepted into the program by the rector/president of the Josephinum. The MDiv is a first-level professional degree that is included in the seminary’s ordination program. The ordination program also requires various advanced components.

Explore Similar ProgramsSimilar Programs