Berkeley School of Theology

Berkeley School of Theology, located in Berkeley, California, operates as a graduate-level seminary in the heart of the East Bay region, adjacent to the University of California, Berkeley campus. The institution, founded in 1871 as Berkeley Baptist Seminary, maintains its historic affiliation with the American Baptist Churches USA while serving students from various denominational backgrounds. The seminary occupies a Mediterranean-style building in Berkeley's "Holy Hill" neighborhood, an area known for its concentration of theological institutions. BST offers Master of Divinity, Master of Theological Studies, and Doctor of Ministry programs, with particular focus on progressive theological education, social justice, and practical ministry training. Students have access to the Graduate Theological Union library system and can cross-register for courses at other member institutions within the GTU consortium.