Ministry Training

The ministry degree program at St Bernard’s School of Theology and Ministry 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 New York colleges that offer ministry training.

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St Bernard’s School of Theology and Ministry (SBSTM)

65 1st Street, Troy, NY

St Bernard's School of Theology and Ministry is a Roman Catholic affiliated school located in Rochester, New York, which maintains a seminary for faith-filled students seeking to become priests. The school enrolls around 100 students per year, which can provide a great learning environment for students. St Bernard's School of Theology and Ministry offers several programs to pick from. A list of the more popular programs being offered for students are:

• Theology
• Ministry

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

SBSTM also offers student services such as flexible scheduling for those with irregular schedules and career counseling for students in need of help.

St Bernard's School of Theology and Ministry is accredited by the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools, having held that accreditation for the last nine straight years. For information and consumer disclosures, please check out school's website.

Students Enrolled in the Ministry Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. St Bernard’s School of Theology and Ministry 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

• Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY
  • Total Employment: 510
  • Average Hourly Rate: $24.08
  • Average Annual Salary: $50080

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).