BA

Theology

Learn more about studying Theology as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Bachelor's
  • Duration
    4 years
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    25,600USD
  • Start date
    Jan, Sep

Program overview

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.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

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.

Postgraduate academic requirements

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.

English proficiency

Undergraduate

  • TOEFL

    59

  • IELTS

    5.5

  • PTE

    46

  • Duolingo

    90

  • iTEP

    3.5

Postgraduate

  • TOEFL

    78

  • IELTS 6
  • PTE

    52

  • Duolingo

    100

  • iTEP

    3.7

Documents required

  • Application
  • Passport
  • Letter from bank/bank statement
  • Certificate of finance (found online csp.edu)
  • English language proficiency
  • Transcripts
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Fees and funding

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    US$25,000 per year

  • Postgraduate tuition

    From US$7,000 to $16,000 per year

Funding

Undergraduate Scholarships Eligible students are automatically awarded scholarships upon admission.

  • Academic Scholarship

    from $1,000 to $11,000

  • Music Scholarship

    from $500 to $1,000

  • Theater Scholarship

    from $500 to $1,000

  • Concordia Legacy Scholarship

    $1,000

  • Lutheran Heritage Scholarship

    $1,000

  • Church Work Scholarship

    Amount varies; application required to the individual department.

  • Music Talent Scholarship

    Amount varies; application required to the individual department.

  • Athletic Scholarship

    Amount varies; application required to the individual department.

  • Seminary Scholarship

    Amount varies; application required to the individual department.

Due to the CSP price point of graduate programs and the location of the university in the capital city of Minnesota, CSP does not offer scholarships for graduate programs for domestic or international students. Graduate students are eligible to apply for graduate assistant positions.

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What is the cost of living near Concordia University, St. Paul?

Local figures aren't available yet — values reflect USA-wide averages.

Category Cost  (in United States Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$1,652Range: $1,046 to $4,269
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$1,349Range: $891 to $2,857
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$214Range: $130 to $400
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$73Range: $50 to $110
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$61Range: $30 to $110
Monthly public transport pass$65Range: $35 to $138
Monthly grocery basket$350Range: $250 to $500
Coffee shop drink$5Range: $3 to $9
Cinema or cultural event ticket$15Range: $11 to $23
Gym membership$45Range: $20 to $135

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for Concordia University, St. Paul

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.