Jun 8, 2026 | News
Cromwell, Connecticut — Holy Apostles College and Seminary will launch its PhD in Theology program in Fall 2026. Accredited by the Association of Theological Schools (ATS) and the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE), the program is the first doctoral program at Holy Apostles and the first faithfully Catholic 100% online PhD in Theology.
Holy Apostles’ PhD. in Theology will be offered through a combination of asynchronous coursework and live synchronous seminars, making advanced theological formation accessible to students regardless of geographic location.
Program Director Dr. Joshua Madden shares, “The PhD in Theology is an innovative program that allows students to plumb the depths of the Christian Tradition for the sake of building up both the Church and the Academy.”
More than a terminal degree, the PhD in Theology is a path toward becoming a teacher of teachers, one who draws from Scripture, the Church Fathers, Doctors of the Church, and the entire breadth of Tradition to illuminate truth for a searching world.
The new doctoral program continues Holy Apostles’ promise to alumni and students to provide opportunities for those who desire not simply to know theology but to hand it on. Dr. Kristina Olsen, VP of Academic Affairs, adds, “Our PhD graduates will contribute meaningfully to theological scholarship to support and promote the love of God, the teaching of the faith, and Catholic evangelization throughout the world.”
Students will earn a PhD in Theology and may specialize in one of four concentrations: Sacred Scripture, Thomistic Studies, Moral and Spiritual Theology, and Dogmatic and Historical Theology. Additionally, students will learn to conduct advanced theological research, engage deeply with primary sources, contribute original scholarship to the Catholic intellectual tradition, and form the next generation of Church leaders. The program will admit a small, select cohort of students, allowing for close faculty mentorship and scholarly collaboration.
For more information or to apply to the PhD in Theology Program, visit holyapostles.edu/phd-in-theology/ or contact the Admissions Office at 860-632-3000 or [email protected].
Jun 4, 2026 | News
Cromwell, Connecticut — Holy Apostles College and Seminary will keep undergraduate tuition unchanged for the 2026-2027 academic year. This marks the fourth year in a row that undergraduate tuition has remained the same.
At a time when college costs continue to rise, Holy Apostles follows a different path. We believe a faithful Catholic education should be accessible and affordable, not something that leaves students burdened by debt.
Fr. Peter Kucer, President-Rector, often reminds us, “A debt-free graduate is a gift to the Church.” That is why Holy Apostles remains committed to helping students earn accredited degrees at an affordable cost.
At Holy Apostles, affordability is only part of our mission. Recently, Pope Leo XIV reminded Catholic colleges and universities that they must cultivate in students a passion for the truth, and that truth is Christ Himself. This mission has guided Holy Apostles since its founding: a mission to form the whole person–to cultivate Catholic leaders with the heart of Christ.
By keeping tuition affordable, we seek to make that formation accessible to more students who desire an education rooted in academic excellence, faithful Catholic teaching, and a deeper understanding of their vocation.
Why Students Choose Holy Apostles
- Faithful Catholic education rooted in the Church’s intellectual tradition
- A commitment to affordability
- Flexible online options that fit real-life needs
Faithful. Affordable. Flexible.
Whether you’re discerning your future studies, preparing for a career, or seeking to better serve the Church, Holy Apostles is here to accompany you every step of the way.
Live your mission with Holy Apostles College & Seminary.
Holy Apostles College and Seminary (www.holyapostles.edu) is a NECHE and ATS accredited college with a mission of preparing and educating seminarians, consecrated, and lay students for the New Evangelization through undergraduate and graduate programs. Students have access to faithfully Catholic, truly affordable, and fully online programs as well as residential religious programs in historic Cromwell, Connecticut. As a pioneer in online learning, Holy Apostles is one of the first theological schools to offer 100% online graduate programs. Alumni and faculty of the institution include internationally recognized leaders and experts in apologetics, philosophy, and theology.
Jun 2, 2026 | News
June 2 | 7 PM ET
Join us for a community-wide reflection on Pope Leo XIV’s new encyclical, Magnifica humanitas.
In this lecture and open conversation, we will explore what the Holy Father is asking of us as a Catholic institution formed and united in the digital age. Together, we’ll consider how the encyclical’s vision of the human person can guide our teaching, learning, and witness as an on-campus and online community.
All faculty, staff, and students are warmly invited to gather, listen, and share in this moment of discernment for Holy Apostles.
Join the Zoom Meeting!
Apr 30, 2026 | News
Bishop Betancourt, Msgr. Cuong Pham, Archbishop Christopher Coyne, Very Rev. Peter Kucer, Daniel O’Connor, Regina O’Connor and Patrick, Very Rev. Martin Rooney, Bishop Richard Reidy | Photo courtesy of Phil Farnsworth
The evening brought together alumni, friends and graduates at the stunning Saint Clements Castle & Marina for the 2026 Holy Apostles Gala. Guests enjoyed inspiring speakers, beautiful music, a lively auction, and powerful stories. We are deeply grateful to all who attended and supported our mission, helping us nearly double support this year.
The program opened with welcoming remarks from the Very Rev. Peter S. Kucer, MSA, President-Rector of Holy Apostles College & Seminary. Bishop Richard F. Reidy of the Diocese of Norwich reflected on the Holy Apostles’ impact on the local Church, forming individuals who serve faithfully as clergy and laity. As Bishop Reidy noted, Holy Apostles is “a blessing to the Church,” both for its online students and for those who come to campus from around the world to be formed for the priesthood.
Guests also heard from the 2026 Commencement speakers, Rev. Msgr. Cuong M. Pham and Mr. Daniel O’Connor, who offered messages of encouragement and conviction, calling all present to live the faith with joy and enthusiasm. Reflecting on the mission of Holy Apostles, Mr. O’Connor remarked, “The treasures that Holy Apostles is building up and has been building up for so long are invincible because they are in heaven. Holy Apostles is one of the very rare places that is above all dedicated to building up its treasures in heaven.” Msgr. Pham reminded attendees that “Christ continues to call, the Church continues to respond,” and that Holy Apostles participates in that call through the quiet witness of transformed lives, forming men and women in Christ for mission.
Special thanks to John Terrio of Auction Knights, Phil Farnsworth of Farnsworth Photography, and Saint Clements Charities for their outstanding hospitality and support. Proceeds from the evening directly advance Holy Apostles’ mission to provide an affordable, high-quality education for seminarians, religious, and lay students.
Apr 20, 2026 | Events, News
Holy Apostles College and Seminary’s President-Rector, Board of Directors, and faculty invite you to join us for the Baccalaureate Mass and Commencement ceremony on Saturday, April 25. We are excited that Msgr. Cuong M. Pham and Prof. Daniel O’Connor, MA ’13, will join us as our commencement speakers and honorary doctorate recipients.
Baccalaureate Mass begins at 10:30 am EDT
Sixty-Eighth Commencement begins at 1:00 pm EDT
