About

Forming Leaders for aWorld in Need

Rooted in the Franciscan tradition, we unite faith, scholarship, and service to prepare compassionate leaders for today’s world.

Living the Franciscan Mission

The Franciscan School of Theology is a graduate school rooted in the Catholic and Franciscan traditions. Our mission is to prepare women and men for:

  • Ministry in the Roman Catholic Church
  • Careers in theological education
  • A life of solidarity with those on the margins of society and the Church, grounded in the Christian faith

The Franciscan Way of Seeing the World

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Human Beings Reflect the Divine Image

Every individual is created in the image of God.

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Joy in All Things

In every creature, we meet a brother or sister who draws us joyfully toward God.

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Other-Centered People

Relationships are an image of the divine.

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Christ Is at the
Heart of All Reality

Christ, as the embodiment of God’s love, participates in the life of the universe.

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Generosity of God

Giving is our way of thanking God for the gifts and blessings we have received.

Affiliation with USD

Since 2012, the Franciscan School of Theology has collaborated closely with the University of San Diego. FST students remain fully enrolled at FST while benefiting from access to USD’s classrooms, libraries, and campus community, enhancing their academic and formative experience while preserving FST’s distinct mission and degree programs.

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Degrees Offered

FST offers accredited degrees:

  • Master of Theological Studies
  • Master of Theological Studies – Franciscan Theology (online)
  • Master of Divinity
  • Master of Arts
  • Concurrent MDiv and MTS
  • Doctorate in Education (Ed.D.) in Catholic Social Thought in Practice
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FST By the Numbers

Top 5

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Most Beautiful Campus

The Princeton Review

10:1

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Small student-to-faculty ratio

91%

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Average retention rate

20

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countries have been represented at FST

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Creating a Better Tomorrow Together

At FST, students, faculty, and families learn, pray, and celebrate together. From weekly dinners to community service, we foster a nurturing environment where solidarity inspires change.

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