Spring Hill’s theology and ministry programs have been offered in conjunction with the Archdiocese of Atlanta since 1997. This service to the Archdiocese offers a unique blend of academic challenge and spiritual enrichment, specifically designed for adults seeking to deepen their faith and to explore the great traditions of Christian spirituality.  We offer a variety of both graduate and undergraduate degree and certificate programs at locations throughout the Atlanta area.

Our graduate programs in theological studies are based at Holy Spirit Catholic Church. Students can earn the Master of Theological Studies, the Master of Pastoral Studies, or the Master of Arts in Theology in addition to certificates of Spiritual Direction or Faith Companioning, and Theological Studies. Certificates, audits and undergraduate-level courses are also available for those not seeking master's level preparation. The courses are taught out of the Catholic tradition from a contemporary, ecumenical perspective, and are designed primarily for students who are working full-time in their professions or homes: lay men and women from a variety of professional backgrounds, clergy, religious educators and pastoral ministers.

The newest addition to our Atlanta based program is the Certificate of Ecclesial Ministry (CEM). The CEM is designed as a collaborative program of the College and the local diocese, providing a holistic formation for lay ecclesial ministers, as recommended by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (Co-Workers in the Vineyard of the Lord). It offers a basic foundation in Catholic theology, with undergraduate-credit courses, designed for anyone involved in some form of church ministry.

Each June we offer the Summer Institute of Christian Spirituality in Atlanta, two one-week sessions of one-credit (or audit) courses, along with other special events, hosted at Ignatius Retreat House. Spring Hill faculty are joined by well-known visiting faculty to offer participants a rich variety of course selections.  The retreat-like atmosphere deepens the spiritual experience and provides for faith sharing and community building through daily Mass and evening prayer.

Spring Hill College is fully accredited by the Southern Association of Schools and Colleges (SACS) and approved by the Georgia Nonpublic Postsecondary Commission.