Study Doctor of Philosophy in Biblical Studies at The Catholic University of America – Globally Recruit in the USA, School of Theology and Religious Studies

About this course

About this course
- Overview
- Department
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

The goal of the Ph.D. is to expand and deepen the student's education in Biblical Studies. It prepares students to engage in independent research in various domains pertinent to the study of Scripture, such as Old Testament, New Testament, Septuagint Studies, ancient languages, and more. The degree promotes a thorough and rigorous foundation for research and studies in the area of biblical studies and ancient languages.

The Ph.D. in Biblical Studies requires a superior mastery of languages. Along with the nine credits in advanced Hebrew and Greek already completed in the M.A. program, intermediate in a third ancient language is required. OT specialists are usually encouraged to take Aramaic, Syriac, Arabic, Ugaritic, or Akkadian. NT specialists are advised to take Aramaic, Coptic, or Syriac. Either may find value in Latin. Student might have acquired a third language before beginning the program or developed this skill in a course, but classes to fulfill this requirement do not count toward the 30 credits needed to graduate.

Which department am I in?

School of Theology and Religious Studies

Study options

Full Time (6 Semesters)

Tuition fees

US$52,190.00 per year

University Services Fee - 590

Start date

Expected August 2027

Venue

CUA Campus

620 Michigan Ave., N.E.,

Chicago,

Washington,

20064, South, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

Applicants for graduate programs who hold undergraduate degrees from foreign institutions of higher education must provide, as part of the application process, a degree equivalency evaluation from a reputable credentials evaluation service recognized by The University. This ensures that applications are given full consideration by University officials who may not be familiar with the education program of that specific institution.

Acceptable Test Scores

TOEFL - 80 Internet (should have at least 20 out of 30 in each category); 550 Paper; 213 Computer.

IELTS - varies by program, generally around 6.5

Duolingo - 105

PTE - 58

Application deadlines: November 1- for Spring; July 1- for Fall.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.