The Franciscan School of Theology (FST) is a

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graduate theological school at the

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in Oceanside,

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. FST is affiliated with the

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Academic program and accreditation

The Franciscan School of Theology is a small Roman Catholic proprietary school located at Mission San Luis Rey in Oceanside, California. FST is accredited by the

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, and the

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. The school trains lay men and women of the Roman Catholic Church and offers two degrees: * Master of Theological Studies (MTS) - A two-year academic degree providing a breadth of theological understanding for general educational purposes. * Master of Divinity (M Div.) - A three-year professional degree that testifies to proficiency in the sciences and skills necessary for ordination to the priesthood or lay ecclesial ministry in the Roman Catholic Church.

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