Mission Statement

At Meadville Lombard Theological School we educate students seeking a Master of Arts degree in the Unitarian Universalist tradition to embody liberal religious values in the fullest context of their lives. We do this in order to take into the world our Unitarian Universalist vision of justice, equity and compassion.

Degree Description

The Master of Arts (Religion) degree is a two-year graduate, academic degree program for laypersons who seek an interdisciplinary approach to theological reflection, religious experience and ethical action, or who wish to approach another field or profession from a perspective enriched by theological study. This degree is also for directors of religious education seeking certification in the Unitarian Universalist Association's certification program who would like to earn a master's degree while fulfilling those requirements. The time of the MAR program may be shortened if the student can qualify for advanced standing. The MAR degree can be obtained through either the residential or modified residency format.

The program allows students to study a variety of theological and related disciplines and to specialize in a particular field of interest. It is flexible and easily adapted to satisfy students' diverse educational interests and vocational goals. However, the faculty member serving as the student's academic advisor can require specific courses in order to round out the student's knowledge of an area.