Divine Word College

Intercultural Studies

The Bachelor of Arts degree in Intercultural Studies prepares students for a future of missionary service in Christian missions in the tradition of the Society of the Divine Word through training primarily in the social sciences, the humanities, and environmental studies. Students build a foundation of knowledge, attitudes, and interactive skills in intercultural competence within diverse ecclesial and secular contexts.

Intercultural Studies

The Associate of Arts degree in Intercultural Studies provides students with fundamental knowledge, attitudes, and skills for gaining intercultural competence in diverse ecclesial and secular contexts.

Interdisciplinary Studies

The Associate of Arts degree in Interdisciplinary Studies is designed for students pursuing broad areas of study and exploration in any area of emphasis.

Philosophy

Grounded in the Roman Catholic tradition of faith seeking understanding and the charism of the Society of the Divine Word, the Bachelor of Arts degree in Philosophy enables students to explore the fundamental philosophical problems related to the nature of Being, the human person, the good life, and the good society.

Pre-Theology

The Certificate in Pre-Theology offers a program of foundational studies for men preparing for ordination to the priesthood, in accord with the guidelines provided in the Program of Priestly Formation. It is intended primarily for those who already possess at least a Bachelor's degree in another discipline but lack the requisite philosophical and theological background for admission into graduate-level theological programs.

Theology & Mission

Grounded in the Roman Catholic theological tradition and the charism of the Society of the Divine Word, the Bachelor of Arts degree in Theology & Mission Studies offers an integrated program of intellectual development, personal faith formation, and practical training for ministry.

Theology & Mission

Grounded in the Roman Catholic theological tradition and the charism of the Society of the Divine Word, the Associate of Arts degree in Theology and Mission facilitates the acquisition of the fundamental academic knowledge, critical skills, and spiritual dispositions essential for integrating traditional Church teaching with contemporary pastoral issues encountered in ministerial practice.