Six programs,
one formation.
From a single year of reading to a pontifical doctorate: every program at ITI is studied in seminars of about a dozen, in English, in the same community south of Vienna.
Where are you coming from?
Which program is for you?
Start with your situation rather than with the degree names. Each path below leads to one or two programs, and each card says plainly who it is for.
Fresh from school · beginning your studies
Undergraduate · 1 year
Studium Generale (SG)
One year foundation in liberal arts, theology, and prayer. A gap year with substance.
A year to read, deepen your faith, and discern.
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Bachelor · 3 years
Catholic Liberal Arts (BA)
Three year liberal arts degree shaped by Catholic theology, reason, and culture.
If you want wisdom, not only knowledge.
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Baccalaureate
Sacred Theology (STB)
Close seminar reading in Scripture, the Fathers, and St Thomas.
For those called to study theology deeply.
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Master
Marriage and Family (MMF)
Graduate formation for marriage, family, theology, and human sciences.
For those who want to serve in this field.
Explore moreFor research, teaching & service in the Church
Licentiate
Sacred Theology (STL)
Advanced theological study for research, teaching, and service in the Church.
For those ready to research and teach.
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Doctorate
Sacred Theology (STD)
Doctoral research in sacred theology for scholarly and ecclesial mission.
For those called to original scholarship.
Explore moreWhat is the difference?
The six programs side by side.
All six are taught in English and begin in the autumn, apart from the doctorate, which starts flexibly. Tuition below is the amount after the Standard ITI Scholarship, which every accepted student receives.
| Program | Degree | Duration | Who may apply | Tuition / year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studium Generale SG | Certificate | 1 year | Matura, Abitur, A Levels, or equivalent school-leaving certificate giving access to university studies. | 12 500 € |
| Catholic Liberal Arts BA | BA | 3 years | Matura, Abitur, A Levels, or equivalent school-leaving certificate giving access to university studies. | 12 000 € |
| Sacred Theology STB | STB | 5 years | Matura, Abitur, A Levels, or equivalent school-leaving certificate giving access to university studies. | 12 000 € |
| Marriage and Family MMF | MMF | 2 years | At least a Bachelor's degree or equivalent; no prior theological studies required. | 12 000 € |
| Sacred Theology STL | STL | 2 years | Completion of the first cycle, the STB or the Magister theologiae, with honors of cum laude or higher, or theological studies at least equivalent to the first cycle of pontifical theological studies. | 12 000 € |
| Sacred Theology STD | STD | 3 years | The STL, or an equivalent qualification magna cum laude; additional coursework may be required for applicants without an ITI Licentiate. | 12 000 € |
How do I apply?
One application, one deadline.
Whichever program you choose, the application is the same online form, and the regular deadline for all programs is July 1.
1 · Transcripts
Certified transcripts of your previous studies.
2 · Essay
A short essay of motivation.
3 · References
Two recommendation letters from recent teachers.
4 · Online form
The completed online application form.
Still deciding?
Come and see.
The surest way to know which program is yours is to sit in on a seminar, pray with the community, and talk to the people who teach here. If you already know, begin your application today.