Master of Divinity/Master of Arts in Social Justice

This dual-degree program provides the student with a comprehensive background in ministerial leadership and specialist competencies in the field of social justice. In addition to its partnership with the MDiv degree, the MA in Social Justice can also be pursued in collaboration with the Master of Social Work degree program.By completing the Master of Divinity, students will be able to demonstrate: The ability to interpret pastoral circumstances in relation to scripture, tradition, and human sciences; (TheologyReligious Heritage), The ability to engage, transform, andor critique social, economic, political, and ecclesial realities of our day in order to address the changing landscape of ministry. (Cultural Context, The ability to engage the relevant dimensions of Christian faith, discipleship and ministry with interpersonal, spiritual, and ecclesial maturity. (MaturityPersonal Formation)

Application requirements for the Divinity/Social Justice MDiv/MA include: Transcripts 2 Letters of Recommendation 3.0 Minimum GPA Statement of PurposeApplicants 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's 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. Copies of transcripts or transcripts not received in a sealed envelope from the university are considered unofficial. If you attended Loyola University Chicago previously, you do not need to request transcripts. We strongly encourage electronic submission of documents. Official transcripts should show a GPA of 3.0 or higher. In exceptional cases, applicants whose undergraduate GPA is below 3.0 may be admitted.IELTS - 6.0TOEFL (IBT) - 70