The Master of Sacred Theology (STM) degree provides advanced study for:<br><br>Aspiring scholar-teachers preparing for doctoral studies<br>Scholars who wish to deepen their training or engage a new field<br>Ministers who want to enhance their competency in a specific area of study or professional practice<br>A fourth year of preparation for Christian ministry<br>The STM is an 24-credit degree designed for deepening knowledge, finding one's scholarly voice and increasing professional competence.<br><br>The degree is designed to be completed in one year. Most students complete the degree in two to three semesters depending on the work on their extended paper.