Program Overview
The Transforming Spirituality at Seattle University is a MA programme in Humanities over 36 months, delivered On-campus. 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 Transforming 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: 36 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 625 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Seattle, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Transforming 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
- Studies in Spirituality Specialization: Engage in-depth studies in psycho-spiritual development, diverse themes in spirituality and elective courses that will enhance their vocational and ministerial goals.
- Spiritual Direction Specialization: Explore the history of spiritual practice, receive spiritual direction and practice elements of spiritual direction while listening to the faith journeys of others. Admission into this specialization is dependent on demonstrated readiness and in consultation with faculty during the course: STMM 571 The Art of Spiritual Direction.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 2.75 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- A bachelor\'s degree from a regionally accredited institution, preferably in a liberal arts area
- A 2.75 GPA (Exceptions: a 3.00 GPA is required for international students, and all students applying for the Doctor of Ministry, Master of Arts in Relationship & Pastoral Therapy, & Post-Master\'s Certificate in Pastoral Leadership)
- If GPA falls below the required minimum, then the Miller Analogy Test (MAT) is required
- Two years of experience in some form of education, ministry, or service as a professional or volunteer
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 625 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 625 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Seattle University 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 Seattle University
Seattle University
Seattle, United States
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University Profile- Language English
- Duration 36 months