Invitation for Public Comment

June 2, 2025

Saint Mary Seminary and Graduate School of Theology is hosting a comprehensive evaluation visit for reaffirmation of accreditation by the Association of Theological Schools Commission on Accrediting on October 6 through 9, 2025. 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 [email protected] at least two weeks before the visit. Comments may also or instead be sent in writing to the Registrar at [email protected]. All comments will be shared with the onsite evaluation committee.

The visitation team from the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Schools (HLC) during the week of September 22 as part of the school’s regular accreditation process. The site visit for both accreditors is the culmination of a multi-year self-study that provided Saint Mary Seminary and Graduate School of Theology the opportunity to reflect on its educational mission and how it realizes its ongoing commitment to the accreditation standards. In preparation for the visits, public comment is invited. If you wish to make a comment, please complete the form below. Click on “Submit” to record your responses. All responses will be made available to the visiting teams.

If you wish, you may contact ATS at [email protected]; 412-788-6505; HLC may be reached at 800-621-7440.  Thank you.

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