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Pursue Advanced Theological Study

Explore your theological interests and callings with an M.A. in Theology from Concordia University Irvine

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What Makes Our M.A. in Theology Program Unique?

  • Designed for working adults. With online classes and nine-day summer intensives on our campus in Irvine, you’ll have the flexibility to fit education into your home, family, and work life.
  • No GRE required. We believe that your aptitude for graduate-level study can be determined without the need for the GRE.
  • Pursue your interests. Explore customizable emphases, electives, guided readings, and thesis research that help you answer your callings.
  • Open to all religions. Regardless of your background and religious affiliation, you will be welcomed, respected, and challenged to think, reflect, and learn in our program.
  • Learn from experts. Our Christian faculty bring their academic and professional expertise to the classroom.

Why Choose Concordia University Irvine?

  • Prime value. Located in Southern California, we are rated one of the “Best Value” colleges in 2021 by U.S. News & World Report.
  • Accredited by WSCUC. Concordia University Irvine is regionally accredited by WASC Senior College and University Commission.
  • Support our veterans. As a designated Yellow Ribbon school, we are committed to our veterans in pursuing their education under the Post-9/11 GI Bill®.
  • Character first. We are committed to helping students pursue their callings in life.
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“In my core theology classes, what I previously understood about my faith was challenged and exposed to different ideas. Being in a community has allowed me to be surrounded by people who care and want to live a life in faith.”

Isaiah D., ’25

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Member of the Council for Christian Colleges & Universities
Member of the Concordia University System
WASC | Senior College and University Commission
NCAA Division II
Yellow Ribbon Program

Concordia University Irvine is a private, Christian university that is ranked nationally among the "Top Performers on Social Mobility" universities by U.S. News & World Report. Concordia is accredited by WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) and serves over 5,000 students annually.