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Authentic and Life-Changing Education
Under the patronage of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, the mission of the Avila Institute is to draw Christians worldwide into deeper union with Christ through mystagogically oriented spiritual education and formation.

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High Calling Pre-Seminary Formation
Avila Institute’s High Calling Program partners with dioceses across the country to offer integral formation in philosophy, theology, prayer and discernment for men who are discerning a call to the priesthood.

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Online Coursework
The Avila Institute takes a new approach to distance learning. All courses are live, online, and interactive. Course recordings are made available to students for unlimited viewing. Discover why thousands of students in over 75 countries have made a home at the Avila Institute.

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GRADUATE PROGRAM

The graduate program offers a comprehensive, in-depth education in Spiritual Theology taught by renowned faculty. Designed to be taken over eight quarters in two years, coursework can optionally be completed over three to four years. The program culminates with in-person apostolic and retreat experiences.

PERSONAL ENRICHMENT

The School of Spiritual Formation provides ongoing education from the depths of the Church’s mystical patrimony to anybody seeking a deeper relationship with our Lord. Students can enroll in courses for personal enrichment or work toward certificates in both Spiritual Formation and Spiritual Direction.

PRE-SEMINARY FORMATION

Avila Institute’s High Calling Program partners with dioceses across the country to offer integral formation in philosophy, theology, prayer and discernment for men who are discerning a call to the priesthood.