Christendom@

You picked a great university.

You are working hard, making friends, and taking classes to kick-start your future career.

But for Whom are you going to live?

It can be difficult to find an education that will help you make sense of the big picture.

Join the quest to answer deeper questions about the ultimate meaning of your college degree and the rest of your life.

How it Works

The Christendom@ courses are designed specifically for undergraduate students at public or private universities. Take livestream online courses from anywhere in the country. During the semester, students will attend weekly interactive online lectures. Students are also provided with support and guidance to meet weekly in small groups.

Objectives

Acquaint yourself with great thinkers of the Catholic intellectual tradition on a primary-source basis
Gain insight into milestones in the development of Catholic doctrine
Cultivate your biblical literacy
Understand the philosophical basis of Catholic faith and culture
Master the basic principles of ethics and anthropology relevant to Catholic faith and culture.

Courses Offered

The following 3 credit courses are available based on schedule and interest:

Early Christian Literature
The Bible
Catholicism and Modernity: From Vatican I to John Paul II
Philosophical Foundations of Catholic Thought
Action and the Human Person
Divine Worship in the Catholic Church

Testimonies

“It has helped me develop a greater appreciation for the great intellectual tradition of the Church and improved my prayer life. The class worked well with my course load at Purdue so I was able to complete well.”
-Thomas Duane

“All of the readings were accessible and contributed greatly to my own spiritual growth. This course helped me gain confidence to further explore Patristic writings and other church documents.”
– Morgan Hierlmaier

“This program helped answer questions I had about challenging Church teachings regarding redemptive suffering, essence and nature of the Trinity… and the integral need to develop and live in a community centered in Christ.”
– Jeffrey Kuhn

“This has enabled me to better discuss my faith with my peers. Understanding the basis for why and how the Church has evolved over time from the perspective of the original disciples of Christ has given me time and a structure with which to wrestle with questions I have long had concerning my faith.”
– Megan Geraghty

Christendom College

Notre Dame Graduate School

For over 50 years, the Graduate School has been faithfully contributing to the restoration of all things in Christ by working for the renewal of the Catholic mind. The Graduate School of Christendom College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with classes offered in-person and live-streamed from our campus in Front Royal, VA.

Contact Us

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(703) 658 4304

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134 Christendom Drive, Front Royal, VA 22630

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