Learn more about studying Theology as an international student.
What Concordia University, St. Paul says about their program:
The major in theology is designed to prepare students who plan to attend seminary and pursue a master’s of divinity or other advanced theological degree. The core required courses introduce students to biblical studies, Lutheran theology, philosophy, and church history. Students are encouraged but not required to study biblical Greek and Hebrew and can choose from a variety of theology electives that are of interest to them. Although the degree emphasizes Lutheran doctrine, students from any Christian tradition planning to attend seminary will be well prepared by completing this major.
Submit official transcripts of the highest degree awarded. Minimum equivalent of high school degree required. Transcripts/credentials are required prior to being admitted to an undergraduate program.
Applicants should request an official transcript stating the awarding of a bachelor’s degree or higher and GPA. Official transcripts should include all completed coursework with grades if applicable and the degree awarded. Transcripts that are in a language other than English must be accompanied with English translations.
Undergraduate
59
5.5
46
90
3.5
Postgraduate
78
52
100
3.7
Concordia University, St. Paul automatically awards a tiered set of academic merit scholarships to incoming first-year and transfer students based on GPA, ranging from the Recognition Award (2.0-2.49 GPA, $1,000/year) up to the Regents' Scholarship (3.9-4.0 GPA, $11,000/year), with the President's, University, and Concordia Scholarships in between. These are renewable for up to three additional years with continued academic eligibility. CSP's official international undergraduate admissions page states plainly that "International students are eligible for scholarships and are automatically awarded during the admissions process," confirming that these merit awards are not restricted to US citizens or residents and apply to admitted international undergraduates.
A dedicated scholarship for admitted international students at Concordia University, St. Paul, averaging around $8,000 per year for undergraduate students (and roughly $30,000 per year for graduate students, though the award is open at the undergraduate level as well). It recognizes students who have achieved academically and been actively involved in their school community. International undergraduates apply through the university's International Admissions office; interested applicants can contact the International Admissions Counselor and Recruiter for the scholarship application. This listing is republished from the U.S. Department of State's EducationUSA scholarship directory, used here because automated fetches of the equivalent official csp.edu scholarship pages returned a 403 (blocked) response during research.
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US$25,000 per year
From US$7,000 to $16,000 per year
| Category | Cost (in United States Dollar) |
|---|---|
| Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre | $1,206 |
| Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre | $977 |
| Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse) | $127 |
| Internet (60 Mbps unlimited) | $62 |
| Mobile phone plan (data + calls) | $61 |
| Monthly public transport pass | $119 |
| Monthly grocery basket | $190 |
| Coffee shop drink | $5 |
| Cinema or cultural event ticket | $14 |
| Gym membership | $34 |
Indicative monthly costs per person.
Data sourced from livingcost.org (Crowdsourced) and numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).
Many international students will require a visa to study in the USA, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.