Graduate Pathway in Philosophy and Theology for Ministry

Saint Louis University
An INTO SLU Graduate Pathway program in Philosophy and Theology for Ministry will prepare you to enter your next semester of a master’s degree program at Saint Louis University. Upon successful completion of the Graduate Pathway program and meeting university requirements for graduate admission, you may enter your next semester of graduate study at Saint Louis University. This transition from an INTO program to a university degree program is called progression.

Program Details

Graduate Pathway in Philosophy and Theology for Ministry

Saint Louis University

Academic Requirements
Undergraduate degree or equivalent*. GPA 2.75 on a 4.0 scale. Approval of the dean. *Prerequisites in undergraduate philosophy and theology may be required at the discretion of the dean.
English Language Requirements
TOEFL 75-79 (17 subscores in reading and writing), IELTS 6.0 (6.0 subscores in reading and writing), PTEA 50, TOEFL Essentials 8, or Duolingo 105

Note: The information is subject to change and application decisions may vary based on individual circumstances.

2025/26 Academic Year
Spring semester dates: 8 January 2026 - 15 May 2026

Estimated cost of attendance

Tuition fee

$ 22,650.00

Approximate cost

$ 22,650.00

Detailed pricing breakdown coming soon

Degree Program Components
47 - 62 Credit hour program 6 - 10 Credit hours apply from Pathway 38 - 49 Credit hours remaining toward degree
Credit Number
Classes Title
Credit Units

Semester 1

EAP 4200
Advanced Reading & Writing as Researchers
3 Credit Units
EAP 4250
Listening & Speaking for International Graduate Students II
2 Credit Units
Elective Course
3 Credit Units
Total credit units
8 Credit Units

* These courses are generally delivered through the INTO Center and are for Pathway students only. Students must maintain 2.0 GPA per semester to remain in good academic standing.

P

= Placement option available

A

= Study abroad option available

Philosophy and Theology for Ministry - Non Ordination Track-M.A.

Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.
English level %: Successful completion of Writing Portfolio.
Additional Requirements
Additional Information