Dallas–Fort Worth is home to four seminaries accredited by the Association of Theological Schools plus several undergraduate Bible colleges. This guide covers schools in the Metroplex and nearby Waxahachie. For the rest of the state, see our full Texas guide.
DFW schools at a glance
| School | Location | Accreditation | Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas Theological SeminaryNondenominational evangelical; ThM, MA, DMin, PhD; large online catalog | Dallas (East Dallas) | ATS, SACSCOC | Verify with school |
| Southwestern Baptist Theological SeminarySouthern Baptist; undergraduate college plus MDiv, DMin, PhD | Fort Worth | ATS, SACSCOC | Reduced SBC rate; verify |
| SMU Perkins School of TheologyUnited Methodist; MDiv, MSM, DMin | University Park (Dallas) | ATS, SACSCOC | Scholarships common; verify |
| Brite Divinity School at TCUDisciples of Christ heritage; ecumenical MDiv and DMin | Fort Worth | ATS, SACSCOC | Verify with school |
| Dallas Christian CollegeChristian Churches; undergraduate Bible and ministry degrees | Farmers Branch | ABHE | Verify with school |
| Criswell CollegeBaptist; undergraduate and graduate Bible and ministry | Dallas | SACSCOC | Verify with school |
| Dallas Baptist UniversityBaptist university; Christian studies and graduate ministry programs | Dallas (Southwest) | SACSCOC | Verify with school |
| The King's UniversityPentecostal/charismatic; undergraduate and seminary programs | Southlake | ATS, SACSCOC | Verify with school |
| Southwestern Assemblies of God UniversityAssemblies of God; Bible and ministry degrees, online options | Waxahachie | SACSCOC | Verify with school |
Seminaries: DTS, Southwestern, Perkins and Brite
Dallas Theological Seminary is known for its four-year ThM and in-depth Bible study, and draws students from many evangelical churches. Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Fort Worth is one of the six Southern Baptist seminaries. SMU Perkins trains many United Methodist clergy, and Brite Divinity School at TCU serves Disciples of Christ and ecumenical students. Compare costs with our cheapest ATS-accredited seminaries list.
Undergraduate Bible colleges
For a bachelor's in Bible or ministry, look at Dallas Christian College (ABHE), Criswell College, Dallas Baptist University, The King's University and Southwestern Assemblies of God University. Texas residents at private nonprofit colleges may qualify for the Tuition Equalization Grant; ask each school's aid office.
Before you apply
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Frequently asked questions
- What Bible colleges are in Dallas–Fort Worth?
- Undergraduate options include Dallas Christian College, Criswell College, Dallas Baptist University, The King's University in Southlake and Southwestern Assemblies of God University in Waxahachie. Graduate seminaries include Dallas Theological Seminary, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, SMU Perkins School of Theology and Brite Divinity School at TCU.
- Is Dallas Theological Seminary accredited?
- Dallas Theological Seminary is accredited by the Association of Theological Schools and by SACSCOC, the regional accreditor for the South. Confirm current status in the ATS and SACSCOC directories before you enroll.
- Can I study at a DFW seminary online?
- Yes. Dallas Theological Seminary and Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary both offer online degrees, and Southwestern Assemblies of God University runs online Bible and ministry programs. Perkins and Brite are mostly residential.
- Which DFW seminary costs the least?
- Southern Baptist students usually pay the least at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, because church funding lowers the rate for SBC members. Perkins and Brite have higher sticker prices but award large scholarships, so compare net cost after aid.
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