Accreditation

Accreditation

Candler School of Theology is accredited by the Commission on Accrediting of The Association of Theological Schools in the United States and Canada, and the following degree programs are approved: MDiv, MRL, MRPL, MTS, ThM, DMin. 

Candler School of Theology is hosting a comprehensive evaluation visit for reaffirmation of accreditation by the ATS Commission on Accrediting on October 23-26, 2023. The purpose of this visit is to verify that the school meets all applicable Commission Standards of Accreditation. Comments regarding how well the school meets those standards and/or generally demonstrates educational quality may be sent to accrediting@ats.edu or shared by phone (412-788-6505) at least two weeks before the visit. Comments may also or instead be sent in writing to Associate Dean of Faculty Ted Smith at ted.smith@emory.edu or Postdoctoral Fellow Eric Moore at eric.moore2@emory.edu. All comments will be shared with the onsite evaluation committee.

Contact information:

The Commission on Accrediting of The Association of Theological Schools in the United States and Canada
10 Summit Park Drive
Pittsburgh, PA 15275

Telephone: 412.788.6505
Fax: 412.788.6510
Website: www.ats.edu

Emory University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, doctorate, and professional degrees. Emory University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Emory University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).