Department of Theology

Deep Roots, New Horizons

In Fordham’s Department of Theology, we draw from our Catholic, Jesuit heritage and engage in interfaith conversations to pose and ponder life’s biggest questions: Is belief in God an illusion? What gives life meaning? How can we put our ideals—justice, even love—into practice? Why is religion such a source of violence and at the same time, a source of inspiration for reconciliation and healing? Since Fordham’s founding, the Department of Theology has helped students become lifelong learners and leaders who bring depth and wisdom to our global challenges. We invite you to learn more about our community of faculty, graduate and undergraduate students, our BA, MTS, MA, and PhD programs, and our network of alumni. Stay updated with department news, faculty research, and connect with us. Welcome!

Our Mission

Our mission is to advance the critical and constructive study of the ideas, symbols, narratives, beliefs, and practices of religious traditions, with particular attention to the rich diversity of Catholic Christian theology. In the tradition of Jesuit education, we promote the informed exploration of faith and justice from ecumenical, interreligious, and global perspectives. We aspire to do so in an imaginative, interdisciplinary manner that values the important contributions of the humanities, arts, and sciences. We seek to foster theological study and dialogue for the academy, for ecclesial communities, and for the public sphere. Professors and students collaborate to cultivate an environment for undergraduate and graduate studies that prizes academic excellence, lively theological inquiry, and care for students’ intellectual and personal growth, with a view to the implications of learning for living.