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Programs

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PhD, MA and ThM Graduate Degrees

Graduate programs offer a rich array of faculty, library, and academic resources within a vibrant ecumenical community. Degrees are conferred conjointly with the University of Toronto.

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Doctor of Ministry (DMin) Degree

Develop a comprehensive and critical understanding of ministry and gain expertise in the general practice of ministry with a flexible program of study. Conferred conjointly with the University of Toronto.

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MDiv, MTS, and Other First Theological Degrees

Gain a deeper knowledge of theology and further preparation for doctoral study or pastoral ministry. Most degrees are conferred conjointly by the University of Toronto.

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Non-degree Diplomas and Certificates

TST member colleges offer a variety of specialized diplomas and certificates that are awarded by the individual member colleges.

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The Director's Diary

June 3, 2020 - Heartbreak

The heartbreak of these times is nearly unspeakable. I struggle to find words: yet another black man has died in police custody in the United States. This time, the act was caught on video and the world witnessed what happened.

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Events

TST Virtual Forum Series - Rooted-ness and Community: Challenges and Threats to Our Collective Life

July 16, 2020

Body, Mind & Spirit Workshop: Learn Skills for your Pandemic Coping Toolkit

July 29, 2020 to September 2, 2020

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News

Announcement of Staffing Changes at the Toronto School of Theology

Pamela Couture, Director of the Toronto School of Theology, has announced the following staffing changes:

Outgoing: On June 30, 2020 Toronto School of Theology (TST) will say goodbye to Rev. Dr. Sarah Travis, who has served as the Interim Director of the Doctor of Ministry program. Dr. Travis has guided students...

Fall Semester Classes at Toronto School of Theology: Principles in effect until December 31, 2020

May 5, 2020: We have received many questions from students and prospective students about Fall classes. It will be several weeks before the University of Toronto announces plans for Fall; however, TST is in regular conversation with the University and understands itself to be consistent with U of T’s goals by announcing...

Announcement: Closure of the Doctor of Theology (ThD) Program

Please note that the ThD program is closing. The closure has been approved by participating Toronto School of Theology member colleges and all levels of governance at the University of Toronto. As part of the same process, the Graduate Centre for Theological Studies (GCTS) will cease its administration of the University...

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Why Study at TST

Prestigious Degrees and Affiliation

Ten of TST's degrees carry the international recognition and prestige of being conferred conjointly by the University of Toronto, consistently ranked as one of the world’s top universities.
TST member colleges are affiliated or federated with the University of Toronto, a world-renowned university of over 80,000 undergraduate and graduate students.
TST students in conjoint degree programs have privileges in the University of Toronto libraries - one of the top three academic research library systems in North America.

Accreditation and Quality Assurance

TST and each of its seven member colleges are members of the Association of Theological Schools (ATS) of the United States and Canada and all degree programs offered at TST are fully accredited by ATS.
All TST programs offered conjointly with the University of Toronto are reviewed cyclically under the terms of the University of Toronto Quality Assurance Process (UTQAP).

Large Size and Diversity

TST has the largest graduate theology program in Canada.
Seven member colleges and over 1500 enroled students represent an impressive diversity of theological and cultural traditions.

Degree Program Variety

TST offers a wide variety of programs and courses including over a dozen professional and academic degree programs, with some member colleges also offering diploma programs.

Fellowship

Although TST students are part of a sizable school in a large university, you will find a smaller, more personal and welcoming community within each TST member college providing fellowship, worship, and opportunities for spiritual and academic growth.