Program Description
The Master of Sacred Theology (S.T.M.) in Religious Studies (Non-Thesis) offered by the Department of Religious Studies in the Faculty of Arts is a course-based program that emphasizes intensive and scholarly learning opportunities. The program's objective is to equip students with skills in literature review, information synthesis, and resourceful thinking to pursue professional opportunities (or potentially continue their studies).
Unique Program Features
- The program is approved by the Association of Theological Schools in the U.S. and Canada;
- The program may be taken on a part-time basis with appropriate permissions from the School;
- The School is affiliated with the Montreal Diocesan Theological College of the Anglican Church of Canada, the Presbyterian College Montreal, and the United Theological College of the United Church of Canada;
- The program is meant for those who intend to enter the ministry of the Christian Church or another religious institution, or proceed to a teaching career or to some form of social work.
University-Level Admission Requirements
- An eligible Bachelor's degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA out of a possible 4.0 GPA
- English-language proficiency
Each program has specific admission requirements including required application documents. Please visit the program website for more details.
Visit our Educational credentials and grade equivalencies and English language proficiency webpages for additional information.
Program Website
Master of Sacred Theology website
Department Contact
Graduate Program studaffairs.relg [at] mcgill.ca (subject: Master%20of%20Sacred%20Theology) (email)
Available Intakes
Fall
Application Deadlines
| Intake | Applications Open | Application Deadline - International | Application Deadline - Domestic (Canadian, Permanent Resident of Canada) |
|---|---|---|---|
| FALL | September 15 | January 15 | January 15 |
| WINTER | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| SUMMER | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Note: Application deadlines are subject to change without notice. Please check the application portal for the most up-to-date information.