ACCREDITATION

Allen University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, master, educational specialist, and doctorate degrees. Allen University may also offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Allen 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).

Dickerson-Green Theological Seminary is accredited by the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools in the United States and Canada (ATS). This accreditation signifies that Dickerson-Green Theological Seminary meets the standards of quality in theological education as set by ATS.

The Board of Commissioners met in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on June 3-4, 2024, and included on its agenda Dickerson-Green Theological Seminary of Allen University's comprehensive visit for initial accreditation and the resulting report by the evaluation committee.

After reviewing the information in light of the pertinent Commission Standards and Policies, and Procedures, the Board voted:

  1. To grant the school initial accreditation for a period of seven years, beginning March 07th, 2024, and continuing until

    July 31st, 2031, with the next comprehensive evaluation visit in spring 2031.

2. To approve the following educational offerings:

a.    Degree programs:

           Master of Divinity

           Master of Arts in Religious Studies  

           Doctor of Ministry

b.    Distance education: Comprehensive

c.    Additional locations: None

For contact information, please reach out to The Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools in the United States and Canada at:

Address: 10 Summit Park Drive, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Telephone: 412-788-6505

Fax: 412-788-6510

Website: www.ats.edu