Ministry Training

The ministry degree program at Dominican School of Philosophy & Theology offers students preparation to become ordained ministers or priests in various Christian religious sects and traditions, to preach at churches or religious schools/organizations. Students seeking a divinity degree will have gained knowledge in the theology and polity of a particular church, church law, liturgy and ritual, principles of pastoral ministry, homiletics, evangelism, church/parish organization and management, Christian ethics, church history, and related studies. Get more details below including other California colleges that offer ministry training.

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Dominican School of Philosophy & Theology

Also known as The Dominican School

50 Acacia Ave, San Rafael, CA

The Dominican School, located in Berkeley, California, is a school dedicated to providing an education guided by faith. The school maintains a Roman Catholic affiliation, and offers studies through its seminary. Dominican School of Philosophy & Theology had an enrollment of eighty students in 2010-2011. The Dominican School offers several programs for students to choose from. The more popular programs among students are shown below:

• Philosophy
• Theology
• Ministry

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, school records and any test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions staff.

Dominican School of Philosophy & Theology also offers student services such as academic counseling assistance for students that may require additional help and help with employment opportunities for students.

The Dominican School is accredited by the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools, having held that accreditation for the last thirty-six consecutive years. Get more information by clicking on the link to visit the school's official website, where you can learn about program details, financial aid & tuition, and disclosures.

Students Enrolled in the Ministry Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. The Dominican School offers a master's degree program in ministry.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

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 ()

According to the BLS, clergy employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.6% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Oakland-Hayward-Berkeley, CA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 490
• San Francisco-Redwood City-South San Francisco, CA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 310
  • Average Hourly Rate: $32.38
  • Average Annual Salary: $67350

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).