Franciscan School of Theology

San Diego, CA
5998 Alcala Park, San Diego, CA 92110
619-574-5800

Franciscan School of Theology (FST) is a private Catholic seminary in Berkeley, California. It is one of 23 seminaries in the United States that is endorsed by the Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities. The school is also a member of the National Association of Schools of Theology. FST is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and the Association of Theological Schools in the United States and Canada.

FST was founded in 1858 by the Franciscan Friars of California. The school's mission is to prepare men and women for service to the Church as ministers of Word and Sacrament. FST offers a variety of programs leading to the degrees of Master of Divinity, Master of Arts in Pastoral Studies, and Master of Arts in Theological Studies. The school also offers a Doctor of Ministry program.

FST's faculty is composed of scholars who are experts in their fields and who are committed to the formation of students for ministry. The school's curriculum is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in the liberal arts, as well as in the theological disciplines.

FST is located on a 12-acre (4.9-hectare) campus in Berkeley, California. The school's facilities include a library, a chapel, and a number of classrooms and offices.

FST enrolls approximately 200 students from across the United States and from around the world. The school's student body is diverse, with students representing a variety of racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds.

FST is committed to providing its students with a quality education that is affordable. The school offers a variety of financial aid options, including scholarships, grants, and loans.

FST graduates go on to serve as pastors, teachers, missionaries, and other leaders in the Church. The school's alumni include a number of bishops, priests, and religious sisters.



Quick Facts

Enrollment: 57

Type: Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above

Main Website: https://www.fst.edu/

Financial Aid: https://www.fst.edu/future-students/financial-aid/