Short answer: Texas has about ten seminaries accredited by the Association of Theological Schools. Most are in Dallas–Fort Worth; the rest are in Waco, Austin, the Houston area and San Antonio.
Pick by denomination first, then compare net cost after aid. Confirm accreditation and current tuition with each school before you apply.
Texas seminaries at a glance
| School | Location | Accreditation | Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas Theological SeminaryNondenominational evangelical; ThM, MA and online degrees | Dallas | ATS, SACSCOC | ~$700/master's credit |
| Southwestern Baptist Theological SeminarySouthern Baptist; MDiv, Spanish-language and hybrid tracks | Fort Worth | ATS, SACSCOC | Reduced SBC rate |
| George W. Truett Theological Seminary (Baylor)Baptist; joint MDiv/JD, MBA and MSW degrees | Waco | ATS, SACSCOC | ~$690/credit |
| Perkins School of Theology (SMU)United Methodist; Wesleyan studies and sacred music | Dallas | ATS, SACSCOC | Verify with school |
| Brite Divinity School (TCU)Disciples of Christ; ecumenical mainline | Fort Worth | ATS, SACSCOC | Verify with school |
| Austin Presbyterian Theological SeminaryPC(USA); serves many mainline traditions | Austin | ATS, SACSCOC | Verify with school |
| Seminary of the SouthwestEpiscopal; MDiv and counseling degrees | Austin | ATS, SACSCOC | Verify with school |
| Grace School of TheologyNon-denominational; built for working adults | The Woodlands | ATS | ~$375/credit |
| Oblate School of TheologyCatholic; also enrolls lay and Protestant students | San Antonio | ATS, SACSCOC | Verify with school |
| B. H. Carroll Theological InstituteBaptist; online and teaching-center model | Irving | ATS | Verify with school |
Dallas–Fort Worth: DTS, Southwestern, Perkins and Brite
Dallas Theological Seminary is known for its ThM and verse-by-verse Bible teaching. Southwestern Baptist in Fort Worth is one of the most affordable accredited seminaries for Southern Baptist students. Perkins (United Methodist) and Brite (Disciples of Christ) are university divinity schools in the mainline tradition. See the full Dallas–Fort Worth guide.
Waco, Austin, Houston and San Antonio
Truett Seminary at Baylor pairs Baptist training with joint degrees. Austin Presbyterian and Seminary of the Southwest (Episcopal) sit near the University of Texas. Grace School of Theology north of Houston serves working adults, and Oblate School of Theology in San Antonio is the main Catholic graduate school in the state; see our Catholic seminaries guide.
Related reading
See Bible colleges in Texas for undergraduate options, the accredited seminaries list, Baptist seminaries, or accredited online seminaries if you'd rather not relocate.
Frequently asked questions
- What seminaries are in Texas?
- Texas's accredited seminaries include Dallas Theological Seminary, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Fort Worth, Truett Seminary at Baylor in Waco, Perkins School of Theology at SMU, Brite Divinity School at TCU, Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary, Seminary of the Southwest in Austin, Grace School of Theology, Oblate School of Theology in San Antonio and B. H. Carroll Theological Institute. Confirm current accreditation in the ATS member directory.
- What are the Baptist seminaries in Texas?
- Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Fort Worth is the Southern Baptist Convention seminary. Truett Seminary at Baylor and B. H. Carroll Theological Institute also serve Baptist students, including Baptist General Convention of Texas churches.
- What is the cheapest seminary in Texas?
- For Southern Baptist church members, Southwestern Baptist's subsidized rate is usually lowest. Outside the SBC, Grace School of Theology publishes about $375 per credit. Endowed schools such as Perkins and Brite often award large scholarships, so compare net price after aid.
- Can I earn a seminary degree online in Texas?
- Yes. Dallas Theological Seminary, Southwestern Baptist, Grace School of Theology and B. H. Carroll offer online or hybrid degrees. Check that the specific online program is ATS-approved if you need it for ordination or chaplaincy.
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