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General Contact
- School Code: 254000
- Phone: (308) 632-6933
- School Homepage
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ACCEPTANCE RATE
49.27%FINANCIAL AID RATE
97%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
10:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
4FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$10,639Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Theology Degree
The theology program at College of Saint Mary prepares students for careers in pastoral ministry, chaplaincy, or theological research. The program focuses on the beliefs and doctrine of a particular religious faith from the intramural point of view of that faith. Program courses include: systematic theology, historical theology, moral theology, doctrinal studies, dogmatics, apologetics, and applications to specific questions of ecclesiastical polity and religious life. Get more details below including other Nebraska colleges that offer theology degrees.
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College of Saint Mary
2025 21st Street, Gering, NE
College of Saint Mary is a nonprofit private institution located in Omaha, NE and provides a large number of program options for students. The school's Roman Catholic affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's curriculum. Approximately 1,100 students enroll at College of Saint Mary annually.
Areas of study available at College of Saint Mary include but are not limited to:
- Education
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Liberal Arts And Sciences
- Psychology
- Legal Professions And Studies
Students applying for admission are most often required to submit an application, school records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by admissions staff. Most students admitted to College of Saint Mary score in-between 19 to 24 on the ACT exam. College of Saint Mary admits approximately 50% of students applying yearly. Of those applicants accepted, around 46% of students registered for enrollment. More information on admissions can be found at csm.edu.
The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $27,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and therefore students should visit the school's net price calculator to identify their cost of attendance. Some students at College of Saint Mary may qualify for financial aid, which is typically provided as scholarships, grants, and loans.
The College of Saint Mary Flames participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, within the NAIA organization.
Students may visit the website to obtain a complete list of areas of study, admissions information, and more that is available at this school.
Career Options for Graduates
Upon completion of the Theology program at College of Saint Mary, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:Clergy
Description
Conduct religious worship and perform other spiritual functions associated with beliefs and practices of religious faith or denomination. Provide spiritual and moral guidance and assistance to members.
Career Outlook & Projections (
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According to the BLS, clergy employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.6% from 2014 to 2024
Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary
Description
Teach courses in philosophy, religion, and theology. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may provide a better idea of the students College of Saint Mary accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, College of Saint Mary may provide student services like those listed below:
- Distance learning
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
- Assistance to find work
- Day care