Bachelor in Sacred Theology (S.T.B.)
The Bachelor in Sacred Theology (S.T.B.) is a first-level, 三年制教会学位，为外行学生和司铎候选人提供持久的基础，以提高他们的事工实践或继续深造.
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At a Glance
This program typically takes three years. Students complete 81 credits of coursework.
学生掌握熟练的拉丁语，通过最近的课程或通过考试证明.
我们为非专业学生和司铎候选人提供定制的学习计划.
A degree requirement, the S.T.B. 综合考试在课程的最后一个学期进行.
Curriculum
Typically completed over three years of full-time study, 这个81学分的课程为学生提供了全面的圣经电子游戏正规平台基础, Systematic Theology, and the history of Christianity. The S.T.B. 对于那些打算申请S.T.L. programs abroad, where the S.T.B. (而不是同等的课程)，通常是申请和电子游戏软件所必需的.
Biblical Studies
18 credits
| Course Name | Course Number | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Core Narrative: Genesis to Kings | TMOT7014 | 3 |
| Prophets** | Choose course | 3 |
| Wisdom Literature OR Psalms | TMOT8120 OR TMOT8003 | 3 |
| Synoptic Gospels | TMNT7005 | 3 |
| John: Gospel and Letters | TMNT7047 | 3 |
| Apostle Paul | TMNT7046 | 3 |
Systematic Theology
18 credits
| Course Name | Course Number | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Fundamental Theology | TMST7009 | 3 |
| Christology | TMST7024 | 3 |
| The Church | TMST7020 | 3 |
| Introduction to Patristic Theology | TMST7151 | 3 |
| Trinity** | 3 | |
| Elective** | 3 |
Canon Law
6 credits
| Course Area | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Canon Law | TMPS8121 | 3 |
| Canon Law of the Sacraments | TMPS8122 | 3 |
Sacramental Theology
12 Credits
Ordination Candidates
| Course Name | Course Number | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Liturgy | TMPS7054 | 3 |
| Priesthood: Theology and Praxis | TMST8021 | 3 |
| Eucharistic Theology | TMST7091 | 3 |
| Sacraments** | 3 |
Lay Students
| Course Name | Course Number | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Liturgy | TMPS7054 | 3 |
| Ecclesial Ministry | TMST8017 | 3 |
| Eucharistic Theology | TMST7091 | 3 |
| Sacraments** | 3 |
Pastoral Studies
9 Credits
Ordination Candidates
| Course Name | Course Number | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Liturgical Preaching for Ordained Ministry | TMPS8119 | 3 |
| Liturgical Presiding for Ordained Ministry | TMPS8008 | 3 |
| Elective** | 3 |
Lay Students
| Course Name | Course Number | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Liturgical Preaching and Presiding for Lay Ministry | TMPS8135 | 3 |
| Elective** | 3 | |
| Elective** | 3 |
History of Christianity
9 Credits
| Course Name | Course Number | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| History of Western Christianity I | TMHC7026 | 3 |
| History of Western Christianity II | TMHC7027 | 3 |
| History of Western Christianity III | TMHC7179 | 3 |
Moral Theology
9 Credits
| Course Name | Course Number | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Fundamental Moral: Theological Ethics | TMCE8002 | 3 |
| Introduction to Social Ethics | TMCE7008 | 3 |
| Bioethics or Sexual Ethics** | 3 |
**学生应该咨询他们的指导老师，以确定哪门课程最适合他们的学习.
- 30 credit hours of philosophy. This requirement must be fulfilled prior to beginning the degree. Required areas of philosophy: logic, epistemology, philosophy of nature, metaphysics, natural theology, anthropology, ethics, and history of philosophy (ancient, medieval, modern, contemporary). 我们很乐意帮助您确定您是否符合这一要求.
- 申请人可以通过与伍兹高级电子游戏正规平台学院和莫里西艺术与科学学院的合作，在电子游戏软件完成这一哲学要求. Email us for more information.
Application Requirements
PrintDeadlines:
Spring 2024: November 15, 2023
Fall 2024 Priority Scholarship Deadline: January 11, 2024. Applications are still accepted after this date as space allows.
Application Form
Please note you can submit your application form once it is completed; you do not need to wait for all of your supplemental materials to arrive. 一旦我们收到您提交的申请，我们就可以安排您的面试
Since the S.T.B. is granted through the Holy See, S.T.B. students are not eligible for federal loans through the U.S. government. S.T.B. 学生仍然有资格获得STM奖学金，该奖学金在电子游戏软件时颁发.
Religious Applicants
天主教教区牧师或执事或宗教团体成员的申请人必须提交其主教的批准信和经济支持, major superior, or Provincial. 请在申请表上选择“主教/主要导师”作为推荐人类型.
Application Fee
每个学位和非学位申请都需要缴纳75美元的不可退还费用.
Payment Options
- Pay by credit or debit card via the web; You can pay the application fee at the same time your submit your application form. However, 如果您没有在提交申请的同时支付费用, you can pay online at a later date through the Agora Portal. You must use your BC Username and password to log in.
- 以支票或汇票支付，抬头人为电子游戏软件，通过普通邮件支付. 请附上您的支票和您的申请表提交确认页的副本，并包括您的姓名和预期的学位课程.
Please note: The application fee cannot be refunded for any reason. 如果你有资格获得费用减免，你不应该在提交申请表格时支付费用. Fee waivers are granted to the following applicants: Jesuits, veterans, 目前完成一年服务或符合佩尔助学金资格的申请人, and current STM students. Email the admissions office at stmadm@daves-studio.com to request a waiver.
Standardized Tests
The GRE is optional, but preferred. 我们特别建议申请人提交分数，如果1)他们认为他们的本科成绩单不能表明他们在电子游戏正规平台生学习中取得成功的能力, OR 2) they do not have a strong background in the humanities. We review all applications holistically. 选择不提交GRE成绩的申请人在录取过程中不会受到处罚.
Applicants who do send GRE scores should have them sent directly from ETS. Our GRE code is 2508.
English Proficiency Exam
所有英语不是母语的申请人还必须提供托福或雅思考试成绩. 在这里阅读更多关于国际申请者的特殊说明. 本网页亦会显示根据某些准则可获豁免. Waivers must be approved in writing by the admissions office.
Transcripts
We require transcripts from all colleges, universities, seminaries, or theological schools that you have attended. Each transcript should contain a list of all coursework taken, grades/marks received, and, if applicable, degree granted and date of degree confirmation. 如果你的学院或大学将以电子方式发送正式成绩单，可以通过电子邮件发送到 stmadm@daves-studio.com. 否则，成绩单必须邮寄，并包含在密封，签名的信封. If the official transcript is not English, a translation should be provided with the official document. 如果您的成绩单将以与您在申请中使用的名字不同的名字到达，请通知我们.g. your maiden name). 请注意，成绩单只有直接从颁发成绩单的机构收到时才被视为正式成绩单.
请注意，您的申请可能会与您的成绩单的非官方副本一起审查. If you send unofficial copies, know that if admitted, you must sent official copies before you begin coursework. In addition, if you are currently finishing a degree, you must send a final, official version of the transcript upon graduating, and before beginning coursework at STM.
Mailing Addresses
For applicants using the U.S. Postal Service:
Boston College School of Theology and Ministry
Simboli Hall
140 Commonwealth Avenue
Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
For applicants using FedEx or UPS:
Boston College School of Theology and Ministry
Simboli Hall
9 Lake Street
Brighton, MA 02135-3841
Recommendations
S.T.B. 申请人必须使用在线申请系统提交三份推荐信.
至少有两名推荐人熟悉申请人的学术背景和前途. 对于已经离开学校很长时间的申请人, 推荐人应熟悉申请人的专业能力.
Applicants who are Catholic diocesan priests or deacons, 或者修会成员必须提交主教的批准信和财政支持, major superior, or Provincial. This is in addition to the other three recommendations. 请在申请表上选择“主教/主要导师”作为推荐人类型.
请确保您的推荐人了解申请截止日期和在线流程, 并仔细选择他们，以确保他们能够及时代表你写作.
Interview
The admissions office interviews all master's applicants. All interviews take place remotely.
Résumé
Your résumé must be uploaded as part of the application. It is helpful if you highlight relevant ministry, service, research, teaching, and leadership positions you have held.
Personal Statement
The personal statement must be uploaded as part of the application. The personal statement should be three pages in length, double-spaced.
Your statement should address the following:
- 学术、专业和个人发展是你申请STM的动力. Include a sketch of your educational background and interests, any experience you have in ministry and/or religious education, and any other relevant professional and volunteer experience
- 你对教会使命背景下的神学教育和/或事工的理解, 以及今天的神学家和/或牧师的角色和责任.
- How you plan to apply your theological education
- Given your experience, 你如何评估你在神学教育和/或事工方面的主要优势，以及你需要发展的领域
