
Formation for mission in Asia
Faith seeking understanding, in community.
A center of higher studies in Theology and Pastoral Ministry, forming religious, clergy, lay leaders and ministers for service in Asia and beyond.
A multicultural community of higher learning.
ICLA integrates academic learning and formative processes within a supportive community atmosphere. It serves a multicultural student population from emergent churches, particularly in Asia.
- Asia
- Rooted in an Asian context
- UST
- Academic affiliation

Est. 1997 • Claretian Missionaries
Programs for learning and formation.
Graduate degrees and formation programs in theology and pastoral ministry for religious, clergy and lay leaders from across Asia.
Civil Degrees
Graduate-level academic programs in theology and pastoral ministry.
Ecclesiastical Degrees
Programs integrated with the Faculty of Sacred Theology of the University of Santo Tomas.
Special Programs
Short courses through ICLA Online and formation tracks for novices and juniors.
Formation Program
C.A.R.E.S. — accompaniment, renewal and empowerment for religious, clergy and laity.
Considering formation at ICLA?
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