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Franciscan School of Theology

San Diego, CA·Private·www.fst.edu/

Campus Identity

Beach TownGraduate Programs

Franciscan School of Theology is a private nonprofit university in San Diego, CA. The campus sits in a beach town, just 4 miles from the ocean. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 18/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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At a Glance

Franciscan School of Theology is a private nonprofit university in San Diego, CA. The campus sits in a beach town, just 4 miles from the ocean. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 18/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Campus Lifestyle

Franciscan School of Theology is a under 1,000, urban school. The campus is 4 miles from Mission Beach, CA and 101 miles from Snow Valley Mountain Resort.

School Size & Setting

Under 1,000

Urban setting

Beach Access

4 miles

Mission Beach, CA

Weather

Hot Climate

63°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

Franciscan School of Theology students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Snow Valley Mountain Resort, 101 miles away with 12 lifts and 240 skiable acres. All are within 103 miles of campus.

101 mi away
240 skiable acres12 lifts
103 mi away
240 skiable acres10 lifts
103 mi away
198 skiable acres8 lifts

Beach Town

Students at Franciscan School of Theology are 4 miles from Mission Beach, CA, putting the coast within easy reach any day of the week.

Mission Beach, CA

Ocean access within 3.6 miles

4 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · San Diego, CA

San Diego has a mild climate, with winters averaging 58°F in Dec and summers peaking around 72°F in Aug.

58°Jan59°Feb61°Mar63°Apr65°May67°Jun71°Jul72°Aug72°Sep68°Oct63°Nov58°Dec

Station: SAN DIEGO INTERNATIONAL Airport · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

Franciscan School of Theology in CA earns a composite safety score of 18/100, rated Less Safe among U.S. colleges.

18/100
Less Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety181229
18/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
12/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
29/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.

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Fields of Study

2 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Theological and Ministerial StudiesMaster's
11 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Theological and Ministerial Studies
Master's11 grads
Theological and Ministerial Studies
Other grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Franciscan School of Theology located?

Franciscan School of Theology is located in San Diego, CA. The main campus address is 5998 Alcala Park, San Diego, CA. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.

Is Franciscan School of Theology the right fit for me?

Whether Franciscan School of Theology is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost and financial aid, campus culture in San Diego, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Franciscan School of Theology against similar schools side-by-side.

Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Franciscan School of Theology directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Private
Location
San Diego, CA
Size
Under 1,000
Degrees Offered
Master's
School Year Weather
Hot · 63°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
18/100
Nearest Airport
San Diego, CA (SAN) · 3 mialso NZY (5 mi), NKX (7 mi)

Location

San Diego, CA

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.