ATS (Association of Theological Schools) is made up of over 270 graduate schools of theology in the United States and Canada. Their mission is to promote the improvement and enhancement of theological schools for the benefit of communities of faith and the broader public. These schools offer post-baccalaureate professional and academic degree programs to educate individuals for ministry practice, teaching, and research in theological disciplines.

While each member school may differ from one another in significant ways, they all share a commitment to the values of good theological education. ATS serves as a resource for administrators and faculty at member schools, providing programs, services, research, and support. Their Commission on Accrediting is responsible for accrediting institutions and approving degree programs offered by accredited schools.

Membership is open to schools in the United States and Canada that meet the established standards and criteria and offer graduate theological degrees. ATS is committed to core values of diversity, quality and improvement, collegiality, and leadership. They believe in the value of formal education for ministerial leadership, justice in society and institutions, accountability for student learning, and quality in the practice of ministry.

For more information, visit their website or contact ATS directly