Theology Degree
Program Overview
Why study theology? You might want to explore your faith or your questions about the meaning of life. Perhaps you wonder about God, human dignity, justice, or how to live a good life. Often described as “faith-seeking understanding,” theology invites you to engage your mind and heart in your studies. As you gain skills in theological reflection, you will explore the sources, traditions, and challenging questions related to religious belief.
Students pursuing majors or minors in theology at King’s College enjoy a broad offering of courses in theological reflection, individualized attention from dedicated theological faculty, and the company and support of a caring community. As a small, liberal arts, Catholic college, in Wilkes-Barre, Pa., King’s promotes academic excellence, transformative study, interfaith cooperation, and service to the common good. Come and discover your future career or vocation with us!
What Can You Do with a Theology Degree?
All professions can benefit from theology’s complex thinking and profound concern for human beings and communities. Theology connects with history, philosophy, and literature to understand human aspirations across cultures. Professional fields like medicine, law, business, and communications seek those trained in theological reflection to address pressing issues of justice and ethics. Theology majors and minors pursue a wide range of careers and vocations, including education, social work, psychology, counseling, ministry, and many other service-oriented careers.
A theology minor enhances preparation for graduate study in the humanities and social sciences and supports careers in counseling, journalism, and public service.
Top Employers of Theology Majors
- Churches and Religious Institutions
- Colleges and Universities
- Government
- Hospitals & Healthcare
- Judicial System
- Media/News Companies
- Non-profit Organizations
- Primary and Secondary Education
Placement Highlights
Theology graduates have pursued various careers and further education. Here are some of our recent placement highlights:
- Marymount University, M.A., Pastoral Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- Marywood University, M.S.W.
- Meadville Lombard Theological School, M.Div.
- Mount Saint Mary’s Seminary, M.Div.
- University of Notre Dame, M.Div.
- University of Notre Dame, M.N.A.
- University of Vermont, M.A., History
- John's Collegeville, M.Div.
- Villanova University, Ph.D.
- Virginia School of Law, LL.M.
- Yale University, M.Div.
Careers for Theology Majors
- Clergy and church administration positions
- Educator
- Counselor
- Writer
- Historian
- Museum curator
- Lawyer
- Human resources specialist
- Librarian
- Researcher
- Non-profit or service organization coordinator
A student trained in theology develops the analytical and communication skills characteristic of a liberal arts education. Theology majors examine a wide range of ethical issues, historical periods, and philosophical, cultural, and religious concerns, which are highly valued in many fields.
What Makes the King’s Theology Program Special?
Theology students at King’s explore biblical, theological, moral, and spiritual concepts and practices, across different histories and cultures. Theological topics and methods often intersect with those of other disciplines, especially philosophy and history, but also literature, professional writing, political science, psychology or sociology.
Theological programs at King’s are flexible and interdisciplinary, allowing students to pair a theology major or minor with other fields of study.
Here's what makes King’s bachelor’s degree in theology unique:
- Comprehensive curriculum: The theological studies program at King's offers a broad set of foundational courses in biblical studies, systematic theology, moral theology, and examines the way these have developed and changed through history and culture.
- Flexible and individualized: With small classes, individualized attention, and a welcoming community, students in the theology program also choose elective courses, and many pursue an independent study with a faculty member.
- Transformative community: King’s introduces the Catholic tradition and lives out its deep commitment to ecumenical and interfaith dialogue. Some graduates have found religious vocations in the Catholic Church, while others have discovered vocations in other Christian or religious communities. Students exploring vocations can do so with the help of the priests and brothers of the Congregations of Holy Cross who live on campus.
- Pathways to success: A theology degree from King’s College enhances critical thinking, deepens your understanding of human history and hope, and strengthens your oral and written communication skills. 98% of our graduates are employed or attend grad school within six months of graduation.
"Studying theology develops a unique discipline that reveals purposeful living. This discipline calls us to live committed to truth, community, and justice so that the world may also see the purpose of humanity."
