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Looking to go deeper in your faith?

We all possess what St. Augustine calls a restless heart, which will not come to rest until we seek and possess the living God.

To undertake this search is the purpose of human existence.

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Programs

MA Theology: an in-depth summary of the faith through classes on Sacred Scripture, Christian doctrine, and the Church's mission.

MA Pastoral Theology: equips parish and diocesan leaders to apply the truths of the faith practically to the work of the salvation of souls.

MA Catholic Education: provides Catholic school teachers of all disciplines with a solid theological foundation and the heritage of Catholic education.

MA Biblical Studies: offers advanced training in biblical languages, the tools of contemporary scholarship, and Catholic interpretive principles.

Not-for-Credit Options
Not ready for a degree? Explore Short Courses or audit graduate courses.

Study Options

In-Person

  • Located in St. Louis, Missouri
  • Daily Mass and liturgy of the hours
  • On-campus housing
  • Student work and internships

Distance Education & Hybrid

  • Direct interaction with professors
  • Broadcast quality online lectures
  • Flexible part-time study
  • Optional weeklong courses on campus
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What students have to say

“This education and formation has changed my life...
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... I am eternally grateful for what the Augustine Institute has done for my soul, my family, and my apostolate. If you feel called to further your education and theological studies, I cannot recommend anything better than the Augustine Institute.”
Leah Darrow
LEAH DARROW
MA Theology Alumna ’17
Leah Darrow
“I really cannot say enough good things about the education and human formation we received as students...
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...From the outstanding professors to the rich curriculum, everything lends itself to the development of the intellect and the zeal to bring Jesus Christ to the world. I would highly recommend the Augustine Institute to anyone looking to achieve excellence in knowledge, wisdom and virtue.”
Sr. Miriam James Heidland, SOLT
SR. Miriam James Heidland, SOLT
Class of 2015
Sister Miriam James Heidland, SOLT
“I pray that my teaching and writing will be of service to the new evangelization...
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...helping equip my students to engage post-modernity and propose the timeless teachings of Christ in a timely way for our age.”
Dr. Edward Sri
Dr. Edward Sri
Visiting Professor of Theology
Dr. Edward Sri

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