Jesuit School Of Theology At Berkeley

The Jesuit School of Theology at Berkeley is located in Berkeley, California. JSTB was established as the Alma College at Los Gatos in 1934. It moved to Berkeley in 1969 to join the Graduate Theological Union. The institute prepares students for careers in ministry and other fields of Roman Catholic education. Students are offered bachelor’s, master’s and research degrees in various subjects, including arts, biblical languages, theological studies, divinity and sacred theology.

At JSTB, students are offered services such as career guidance and development and job placement assistance. Career development workshops are regularly held at the school as well.

Highlights

Where the school stands out most compared to other schools (details below):

• Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
• Many students concentrating in religion and philosophy.
• Good faculty-to-student ratio.
• Many mature (40+ year old) students.
• High male/female ratio.
• Racially diverse student body.

Other important characteristics:

• Faculty tenure system

Degrees Awarded (in 2008-2009)

Students

Student enrollment was 173 in 2007-2008 (148 full-time equivalent).

graduate students are 67% and those seeking first-professional graduate degrees represent 33%.

Tuition and Other Costs (2008-2009)

Financial Aid: Jesuit School Of Theology At Berkeley participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.

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Housing and Meals

On-campus housing is not available.