Master of Theological Studies
Broaden your knowledge and deepen your faith with our most flexible and customizable master’s program
FIND FLEXIBILITY with our full-time, part-time, evening, weekend, and online study options.
CHOOSE from 300+ open elective options or focus your studies with a concentration.
GAIN a theologically rich perspective that will enrich your faith, life, and work.
Focus your Master of Theological Studies by adding one of these optional concentrations to your program:
Core Courses (8)
- Intro to Old Testament I
- Intro to Old Testament II
- From the Gospel to the Gospels (New Testament I)
- Who is Jesus? (New Testament II)
- History of Christianity I (to AD 843)
- The God of the Gospel: Systematic Theology I
- The Bride of the Lamb: Systematic Theology II
- The Church, The Faith, and Our World
Electives
Students can take a maximum of 9-10 elective courses at Wycliffe College or any other Toronto School of Theology member college.
Summative project / thesis
MTS students will write a summative project for 2 credits or choose the thesis option for 3 credits.
Concentrations
Students may opt to enroll in one of the following concentrations:
- Missional Congregational Leadership
- Church Planting
- Urban Leadership
- Biblical Studies
- Theological Studies
- Reformed Studies
Eligibility
Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from an accredited college or university with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7 (or equivalent).
English proficiency
Students who have not completed a previous degree in English must demonstrate proficiency through a recognized language exam. For more information, see our international students page or contact our admissions office.
Application deadlines*
June 30 – for a Fall start (September)
October 31 – for a Winter start (January)
*International applicants are encouraged to apply at least eight weeks before the posted deadlines to ensure adequate time for processing study permits.
Domestic MTS Fees (2023-2024)
- Tuition per course: $602.00
- Full-time ancillary fee (4 or more courses): $1152.83 per term
- Part-time ancillary fee (3 or fewer courses): $260.89 per term
International MTS Fees (2023-2024)
- Tuition per course: $2739.00
- Full-time ancillary fee (4 or more courses): $1152.83 per term
- Part-time ancillary fee (3 or fewer courses): $260.89 per term
- University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP): $756.00 per academic year
Financial Aid
Wycliffe College offers a number of generous bursaries and scholarships for both domestic and international students. For more information, click here.
Flexible learning
Much of the MTS can be completed without relocating to Toronto. This makes it an ideal choice for applicants hoping to study while maintaining their current employment or other family/vocational responsibilities.
Summative exercise / thesis
Students can choose one of the following options:
- An integration paper
- A survey of literature
- A field-based project
- An extended research paper
- A thesis (3 credits)
Combined MTS/MDiv
It is possible to combine your MTS with an MDiv. Contact the admissions office about your options.
What Will I Prepare For?
The MTS is our most flexible degree, suitable for students preparing for ministry, non-profit work, or marketplace mission, as well as for individuals simply seeking to deepen their own faith and understanding.
Qualifying for Doctoral Study
Students who achieve an "A-" average and develop an academic focus with a thesis during their program may use the MTS to qualify for doctoral (PhD) study at the Toronto School of Theology.*
*Note that the DMin has different entry requirements.
Core Courses (8)
- Intro to Old Testament I
- Intro to Old Testament II
- From the Gospel to the Gospels (New Testament I)
- Who is Jesus? (New Testament II)
- History of Christianity I (to AD 843)
- The God of the Gospel: Systematic Theology I
- The Bride of the Lamb: Systematic Theology II
- The Church, The Faith, and Our World
Electives
Students can take a maximum of 9-10 elective courses at Wycliffe College or any other Toronto School of Theology member college.
Summative project / thesis
MTS students will write a summative project for 2 credits or choose the thesis option for 3 credits.
Concentrations
Students may opt to enroll in one of the following concentrations:
- Missional Congregational Leadership
- Church Planting
- Urban Leadership
- Biblical Studies
- Theological Studies
- Reformed Studies
Eligibility
Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from an accredited college or university with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7 (or equivalent).
English proficiency
Students who have not completed a previous degree in English must demonstrate proficiency through a recognized language exam. For more information, see our international students page or contact our admissions office.
Application deadlines*
June 30 – for a Fall start (September)
October 31 – for a Winter start (January)
*International applicants are encouraged to apply at least eight weeks before the posted deadlines to ensure adequate time for processing study permits.
Domestic MTS Fees (2023-2024)
- Tuition per course: $602.00
- Full-time ancillary fee (4 or more courses): $1152.83 per term
- Part-time ancillary fee (3 or fewer courses): $260.89 per term
International MTS Fees (2023-2024)
- Tuition per course: $2739.00
- Full-time ancillary fee (4 or more courses): $1152.83 per term
- Part-time ancillary fee (3 or fewer courses): $260.89 per term
- University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP): $756.00 per academic year
Financial Aid
Wycliffe College offers a number of generous bursaries and scholarships for both domestic and international students. For more information, click here.
Flexible learning
Much of the MTS can be completed without relocating to Toronto. This makes it an ideal choice for applicants hoping to study while maintaining their current employment or other family/vocational responsibilities.
Summative exercise / thesis
Students can choose one of the following options:
- An integration paper
- A survey of literature
- A field-based project
- An extended research paper
- A thesis (3 credits)
Combined MTS/MDiv
It is possible to combine your MTS with an MDiv. Contact the admissions office about your options.
What Will I Prepare For?
The MTS is our most flexible degree, suitable for students preparing for ministry, non-profit work, or marketplace mission, as well as for individuals simply seeking to deepen their own faith and understanding.
Qualifying for Doctoral Study
Students who achieve an "A-" average and develop an academic focus with a thesis during their program may use the MTS to qualify for doctoral (PhD) study at the Toronto School of Theology.*
*Note that the DMin has different entry requirements.
