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Santa Clara University - Berkeley Campus
Jesuit School of Theology

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Pursue graduate studies in theology at the intersection of faith and social justice. 

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We are so glad you are thinking about applying to JST! Our admissions office is here to support your discernment process. As you navigate our site to learn more about JST, we encourage you to consider our faculty's areas of specialization, the courses that you may take, and the formation offered to students, as you begin to imagine what your experience as a JST student may be like. 

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Review the requirements for admission and application checklist for each degree we offer.


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We are committed to helping you make theological study a financial reality. We provide both partial and full-tuition scholarships, and participate in the federal loan program.

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Students from more than 40 countries draw on the wisdom of each other's experience to learn to minister in diverse cultural contexts.

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Meet with our admission staff and learn more about JST by attending an upcoming information session, webinar, or recruiting fair.

Fall Enrollment

Priority Deadline: February 1

If all materials are received by the priority deadline, you will receive your admission and JST Scholarship decisions online by March 15.

International Student Deadline: May 15

If you are an international student, you must submit your materials by May 15 to allow for visa processing time.

Regular Deadline: July 15

Did you miss the fall priority deadline? Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until our regular deadline.

 

Spring Enrollment

Priority Deadline: September 1

If all materials are received by the priority deadline, you will receive your admission and JST Scholarship decisions online by October 15.

International Student Deadline: September 15

If you are an international student, you must submit your materials by September 15 to allow for visa processing time.

Regular Deadline: December 1

Did you miss the spring priority deadline? Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until our regular deadline.

 

My favorite thing about being a student at JST is the diversity of experiences that are represented in the classroom. I have classmates who have served in a variety of ministries around the world. Bringing all of our experiences into the classroom enlivens discussions and deepens our learning.