Who We Are

Who We Are

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Our Mission

To promote the improvement and enhancement of theological schools to the benefit of communities of faith and the broader public.

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Member Schools

Member schools include Protestant, Roman Catholic, Orthodox, and Jewish graduate schools of theology and reflect a broad spectrum of doctrinal, ecclesiastical, and theological perspectives.

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In addition to in-person gatherings, the Association offers virtual learning experiences that include synchronous and asynchronous sessions to continue learning from, for, and with its members.

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Membership Process

Membership Process

Membership Process

Schools wishing to become members of The Association of Theological Schools must complete the Associate Membership Application Form pursuant to the Procedures Related to Membership in The Association of Theological Schools. The application fee is $5,000, invoiced in two installments (see pages 1-2 of the application form, linked above). The deadline for submitting the application is September 1 of the year preceding the upcoming ATS/COA Biennial Meeting, which is held in June of even-numbered years (i.e., the next submission deadline is September 1, 2023, in advance of the 2024 Biennial Meeting).

Schools wishing to renew Associate Membership should follow the Guidelines for Renewing Associate Membership. Schools that are already Associate Members and desire to pursue initial accreditation should consult the Guidelines for Achieving Initial Accreditation.

Once the application form is complete with all appendices thoroughly prepared, click to apply: Submit Completed Application

NOTE: If you are a current ATS member school CEO or CAO submitting a letter of support, click here to submit your letter by email (PDF attachment of 1-2 page(s) recommended).

 
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