Program Overview
The Spirituality at Loyola University Chicago is a MA programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered Online. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Spirituality programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 1,033 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,033 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Spirituality programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Foundations of Christian Spirituality
- Biblical Foundations
- Christian Doctrine
- Human Person and Psychological Development
- Introduction to Spirituality Praxis
- Advanced Spiritual Accompaniment Praxis
- Ethics of Pastoral Counseling and Spiritual Direction
- Ignatian Spirituality I: Hearts on Fire
- Ignatian Spirituality II: Discernment, Ignatian Prayer, and Social Justice
- Ignatian Spiritual Direction Practicum
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission Requirements:
- Official Transcripts
Applicants must submit official transcripts for all undergraduate and any graduate work. To be eligible for admission, your transcript must show an earned bachelor\'s degree or a bachelor\xc2\x92s degree in progress. Certified copies of transcripts are acceptable; faxed copies of transcripts are not considered official. If you attended Loyola University Chicago previously, you do not need to request transcripts; we have them on record.
- Two Letters of Recommendation
If you supply your recommender\xc2\x92s email address as part of your completed online application form, then your recommendation letters may be submitted online.
- A Personal Statement
Your statement should be approximately 6 double-spaced pages and respond to the topics below. Non-degree applicants need only submit a brief statement describing the reasons for taking courses at the Institute for Pastoral Studies.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,033 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,033 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,033 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,033 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Loyola University Chicago directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Loyola University Chicago
Loyola University Chicago
Chicago, United States
Loyola University Chicago is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Start Date 2018-01-29
- Language English
- Duration 24 months