The Formal Christian Education Program at American Lutheran Theological Seminary results in the Master of Arts in Theology (M.A.T.) degree. The M.A.T is an academic graduate degree designed to provide individuals with comprehensive theological instruction in a chosen area of study. A distinctive feature of this program is its accessibility to a broad range of students, as it is not limited to those who adhere to the Lutheran Confessions. The Formal Christian Education Program emphasizes rigorous academic engagement with theological disciplines, equipping students for advanced study, teaching, or enriched ministry roles requiring deep theological understanding. Students in the Formal Christian Education Program will delve into one of four specialized areas
of study: General Theological Studies, Exegetical Studies, Doctrinal Studies, or Historical Studies.
The program culminates in the completion of a master’s thesis, allowing students to contribute scholarly research to their chosen field.

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