ACCREDITATION AND EDUCATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS
The Graduate Program in Theology offers comprehensive programming in graduate studies. Villanova’s Augustinian heritage is reflected in a “faith engaging culture” approach integrating the mind and heart in service of the church and world. We use a portfolio review system to assess each of our programs in light of their distinct learning goals. Master’s students find placements in ministry, education, and doctoral studies. The PhD in Theology program was launched in Fall 2016. Our Heart of Teaching Program prepares master’s and doctoral students for roles of educational leadership within the academy and beyond.
Our Graduate Program in Theology is accredited by the Commission on Accrediting of The Association of Theological Schools and is approved to offer the following degrees:
- Master of Arts in Ministry and Theology
- Master of Arts in Theology
- Master of Theological Studies
- Doctor of Philosophy.
Educational Effectiveness
Statement of Eductional Effectiveness for ATS-approved Degrees
In 2024, 100% of all graduates found employment within six months of graduation or continued their education.
The following statistics provide information regarding our students' time to completion during the 2023-2024 academic year:
Master of Arts in Theology
Of the 7 M.A. graduates in 2023-2024:
5 finished the degree in 2 years
2 finished the degree in 5 years
Master of Arts in Ministry and Theology
Of the 4 M.M.T. graduates in 2023-2024:
3 finished the degree in 2 years
1 finished the degree in 5 years
Master of Theological Studies
Of the 2 M.T.S. graduates in 2023-2024:
2 finished the degree in 2 years
PhD in Theology
Of the 4 graduates in 2023-2024:
4 finished the degree in 6 years