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We Teach in the Name of the Church

Explore the depths of the Catholic intellectual tradition at the pontifical School of Theology and Religious Studies. We have provided world-class education under the finest theological minds for over 130 years — from seminarians and religious sisters, to biomedical ethicists, liturgists, and laity. Come discover the answers to life’s ultimate questions.
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The Crossroads of Faith and Knowledge

For students in the School of Theology and Religious Studies, the pursuit of truth is not a solitary endeavor but a communal journey, guided by past and current contributors to the Catholic tradition. John C. Ford, SJ, John A. Ryan, Fulton Sheen, and Avery Cardinal Dulles are just some of those from the past who handed that tradition to our current faculty.

Founded in 1888

The School of Theology and Religious Studies was founded in 1888 and is the oldest school at Catholic University.

Small Class Size

Catholic University's student-faculty ratio is 9:1, and more than 60% of classes have fewer than 20 students.

94% Receive Financial Aid

94% of full-time undergraduate students receive financial aid through scholarships and/or grants directly from Catholic University.

My theology professors continually challenge me, both intellectually and spiritually. If students want to study theology or philosophy, this is the place to be!

Benjamin Duphiney, Theology Graduate

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School of Theology and Religious Studies Receives Lilly Grant for The Excellence in Catholic Preaching Initiative

The Excellence in Catholic Preaching Initiative, a groundbreaking project established by the School of Theology and Religious Studies (STRS) and the Benjamin T. Rome School of Music, Drama, and Art, received a generous grant of $1.1 million from Lilly Endowment Inc., a significant endorsement of the initiative's mission to enhance the art of preaching within the Catholic tradition.
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