Immaculate Conception School of Theology, our major seminary, is both a graduate school of studies and a house of formation for men preparing for the priesthood. You will study many different aspects of the Church. Courses will cover areas of systematic and doctrinal theology, spirituality, pastoral theology, historical studies, biblical studies, moral theology and Christian ethics, and many other aspects of the Church's traditions. You will be studying in the Graduate School of Theology of Seton Hall University. Your grades will be based upon the Seton Hall's academic standards.
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Yes, you need an undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university. If you do not have one, the Vocations Office can guide you to our college seminary, to one of our local colleges or assist you with making other arrangements in obtaining a degree. The answer is yes. Should you feel, for whatever reason, that you must leave the seminary, you may end the process at any time. The choice is always yours, although we would hope that the decision is made in consultation with others, such as your spiritual director, the rector, your family and friends.