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Aquinas Institute of Theology

Aquinas Institute of Theology is a private nonprofit institution situated in Saint Louis, Missouri. Founded in 1925, the school operates as a Catholic, Dominican graduate school of theology that has been educating students for almost 100 years with a five-to-one student-to-teacher ratio.

Saint Louis, MOCity: Large
83STUDENTS
University data profileIPEDS 2023

THE SIGNATURE

Aquinas Institute of Theology Report Card

Explore university facts, programs, and campus life at a glance.

Aquinas Institute of Theology is a private nonprofit institution situated in Saint Louis, Missouri. As part of the worldwide Order of Preachers, the school operates as a Catholic, Dominican graduate school of theology that has been educating students since 1925. The campus fosters a small community where teachers, laypersons and friars learn side-by-side using discussion and collaboration to find truth.

Academic offerings include twelve programs ranging from degree options to graduate certificates. Graduate degree programs feature a Master of Arts in Theology, a Master of Arts in Pastoral Studies, and a Master of Divinity. The school also offers the country's only Doctor of Ministry in Preaching and the only Master of Arts in Pastoral Studies focused on Catechesis of the Good Shepherd.

Student life includes weekly Mass and opportunities for lifelong learning through the Center for Continuing Education. Nearly 2,000 alumni serve as hospital chaplains, non-profit executives, youth ministers, theology teachers, academic administrators, college professors, social justice advocates, and more around the world. The school is designated as the Center for Institutional Studies by the Order of Preachers.

AT A GLANCE
TypePrivateFour or more years
SettingCity: Large
Calendarsemester
Religious affiliationRoman Catholic

GETTING IN

Admissions

Aquinas Institute of Theology offers fully funded scholarships available for full-time students in its core programs including the Master of Arts in Theology, Master of Arts in Pastoral Studies, and Master of Divinity. Prospective applicants can join virtual information sessions to learn more about the Health Care Mission program or register for Heritage Classes if they meet specific catechist requirements.

IN THE CLASSROOM

Academics

The institution offers twelve academic programs ranging from degree options to graduate certificate choices within the discipline of theology. Notable offerings include a Master of Divinity and the country's only Doctor of Ministry in Preaching alongside unique Master of Arts degrees in Pastoral Studies.

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Undergraduate majors and programs

CAMPUS LIFE

Campus & Housing

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Setting

City: Large

Data Sources: U.S. Department of Education IPEDS, National Center for Education Statistics. University Apartments is not affiliated with Aquinas Institute of Theology.