Toronto School of Theology

What Toronto School of Theology does

Toronto School of Theology (TST) is an ecumenical consortium of seven theological schools affiliated with the University of Toronto, founded in 1981 and headquartered at 47 Queen's Park Crescent East in Toronto, Ontario. It serves graduate and basic-degree students across Catholic (Jesuit, Diocesan, Basilian), Anglican, Evangelical, Presbyterian, and United Church of Canada traditions, awarding conjoint degrees (PhD in Theological Studies, Doctor of Ministry, Master of Arts in Theological Studies, Master of Theology) jointly with the University of Toronto, plus six basic master's degrees, post-baccalaureate certificates, and the MPS Certificate in Spiritual Care and Psychotherapy. The consortium operates as an administrative body with 17 employees, with instruction delivered by faculty across seven member colleges: Emmanuel College, Knox College, Regis College, St. Augustine's Seminary, University of St. Michael's College Faculty of Theology, University of Trinity College Faculty of Divinity, and Wycliffe College.

TST generates revenue primarily through tuition fees (processed via University of Toronto Student Accounts), application and administrative fees ($132 graduate application, $33 SCP certificate, $43.60 language exam, $25 manuscript confirmation, $55 system access), and a donation/endowment program supported by the Ralph M. Barford Foundation, Ontario Trust for Student Support, Douglas and Ruth Jay Family Foundation, and the Military and Hospitaller Order of Saint Lazarus of Jerusalem. The technology footprint is built entirely on University of Toronto systems — Quercus for learning management, TSpace for electronic thesis submission, and ACORN for student accounts — with no proprietary technology stack. TST distributes programs through member college registrars and denominational networks, delivers courses primarily in-person at Toronto facilities with online/hybrid options post-pandemic, and publishes the Toronto Journal of Theology twice yearly. The institution is governed by a Board of Trustees (chaired by Elizabeth Smyth) and operates as a non-profit; it has no parent company, no subsidiaries, and no venture or equity funding.

Name

Toronto School of Theology

Legal name

Toronto School of Theology

Website

https://tst.edu

Company type

Private

Founded year

1981

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Toronto School of Theology is a non-profit ecumenical consortium of seven theological schools affiliated with the University of Toronto, delivering conjoint graduate and basic theological degrees plus certificates to students across Catholic, Protestant, and Evangelical Christian traditions, funded through tuition, fees, and endowments.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Theological Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Interfaith & Ecumenical Theological Colleges (EDAHAKAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Seminaries (Graduate Theology & Ministry) (EDAHAKAA), Denominational Theological Colleges (e.g., Catholic, Orthodox, Protestant, Evangelical) (EDAHAKAM), Ministerial Training Institutes (Clergy Formation) (EDAHAKAE)

Keywords

• Theological education
• Graduate seminary programs
• Ecumenical consortium
• Ministerial formation
• Spiritual care training

Headquarters

HQ city

Toronto

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Tuition Fees: TST generates revenue primarily through tuition fees for conjoint degree programs (degrees awarded by both University of Toronto and TST member colleges). Fees are assessed as flat rate amounts for programs or on a course-by-course basis. Tuition is processed through University of Toronto Student Accounts.
2. Application and Administrative Fees: Revenue from application fees ($132 for graduate programs, $33 for SCP certificate), language examination fees ($43.60), manuscript confirmation fees ($25), external exam arrangement fees, and TST system access fees ($55).
3. Donations and Endowments: TST operates a 'Give to TST' program and receives support through endowments including the Ralph M. Barford Foundation, Ontario Trust for Student Support (OTSS), and various memorial funds that provide scholarship and bursary funding.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

TST operates an ecumenical consortium of seven theological schools affiliated with the University of Toronto, offering conjoint graduate degree programs (PhD, DMin, MA, ThM), basic master's degrees (MAMS, MDiv, MPS, MRE, MSMus, MTS), and post-baccalaureate certificates (CTS, CTIE, SCP) jointly awarded with the University of Toronto. Students apply through one of seven member colleges representing Catholic, Protestant, and Evangelical traditions, with tuition processed through University of Toronto Student Accounts.

Product overview

The Toronto School of Theology is an ecumenical consortium of seven theological schools affiliated with the University of Toronto. It offers a comprehensive portfolio of theological education products: four conjoint graduate degree programs (PhD in Theological Studies, Doctor of Ministry, Master of Theology, and Master of Arts in Theological Studies) that are jointly awarded with the University of Toronto; six conjoint basic master's degrees (MAMS, MDiv, MPS, MRE, MSMus, MTS) that serve as first theological degrees at the post-baccalaureate level; two post-baccalaureate certificates (Certificate in Theological Studies and Certificate in Theology and Interreligious Engagement); and the MPS Certificate in Spiritual Care and Psychotherapy. The consortium also publishes the Toronto Journal of Theology, a peer-reviewed academic journal. Students access these programs through seven member colleges (Emmanuel College, Knox College, Regis College, St. Augustine's Seminary, University of St. Michael's College, University of Trinity College, and Wycliffe College), each representing different Christian denominations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Theological Studies Conjoint doctoral research degree program offered jointly by TST member colleges and the University of Toronto, providing advanced theological research training for students preparing for academic careers in theological studies.
• Doctor of Ministry (DMin) Professional doctoral degree program for ministry practitioners seeking advanced training in theological and ministerial studies.
• Master of Theology (ThM) Conjoint master's degree program providing advanced theological education beyond the basic master's level.
• Master of Arts (MA) in Theological Studies Conjoint master's degree program in theological studies offered jointly by TST and the University of Toronto.
• Basic Degree Programs Six conjoint basic master's degrees (MAMS, MDiv, MPS, MRE, MSMus, MTS) providing introduction to theological study and preparation for professional ministry at the post-baccalaureate level.
• Certificate in Theological Studies (CTS) Post-baccalaureate certificate offering foundational theological studies education.
• Certificate in Theology and Interreligious Engagement (CTIE) Post-baccalaureate certificate focusing on interreligious dialogue and engagement.
• MPS Certificate in Spiritual Care and Psychotherapy (SCP) Professional certificate within the Master of Psychospiritual Studies program offered by Emmanuel College and Knox College, enabling students to apply for membership in professional organizations for spiritual care therapy careers.
• Toronto Journal of Theology Peer-reviewed academic journal published by TST twice yearly, including 15-20 book reviews per issue and occasional special supplements.

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Feature2 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• University of TorontocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTST is an ecumenical consortium affiliated with the University of Toronto. Students in conjoint programs receive degrees from both institutions. TST utilizes U of T systems including ACORN for student accounts, Quercus for learning management, and TSpace for thesis repository. Students have access to U of T libraries and student services.
• Emmanuel CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember college of TST affiliated with the United Church of Canada. Offers conjoint degrees including MPS with Spiritual Care Stream and SCP Certificate. Located at 75 Queen's Park Crescent, Toronto.
• Knox CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember college of TST affiliated with The Presbyterian Church in Canada. Offers conjoint degrees including MPS with Spiritual Care Focus and SCP Certificate.
• Regis CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember college of TST affiliated with the Roman Catholic Church (Jesuit). Offers conjoint graduate degrees in theology and ministry.
• St. Augustine's SeminarycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember college of TST affiliated with the Roman Catholic Church (Diocesan). Offers conjoint degrees for priestly formation and theological studies.
• University of St. Michael's College, Faculty of TheologycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember college of TST affiliated with the Roman Catholic Church (Basilian). Awards non-conjoint MA and PhD degrees in addition to conjoint degrees.
• University of Trinity College, Faculty of DivinitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember college of TST affiliated with the Anglican Church of Canada. Offers conjoint degrees including basic and graduate level theological education.
• Wycliffe CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember college of TST affiliated with the Anglican Church of Canada and evangelical traditions. Offers conjoint degrees with focus on biblical studies, theology, and ministry preparation.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Harvard Divinity School: A leading North American divinity school offering master's and doctoral theological degrees with a multi-faith orientation. Comparable as a graduate theological educator with broader institutional backing and resources than TST.
• Yale Divinity School: A leading ecumenical graduate theological school offering master's and doctoral programs with university affiliation. Comparable in mission, ecumenical orientation, and conjoint credential model at a larger scale.
• Fuller Theological Seminary: A large multi-denominational evangelical seminary offering graduate theological degrees across multiple campuses and online. Comparable as a multi-tradition graduate theological educator, though at significantly larger scale and online reach than TST.

Direct peers

• Tyndale University: A Christian university in Toronto offering graduate theological degrees, including seminary-level programs. Comparable as a Toronto-based graduate theological education provider, though interdenominational rather than consortium-structured.
• Vancouver School of Theology: An ecumenical theological school in Canada affiliated with the University of British Columbia, offering graduate degree programs in theology and ministry. Closest comparable Canadian peer given the ecumenical consortium model and U of T-style university affiliation.
• Atlantic School of Theology: An ecumenical theological school in Halifax offering graduate programs in theology and ministry, formed from a multi-denominational consortium model similar to TST. Directly comparable in mission and structure as a Canadian ecumenical theological educator.
• McMaster Divinity College: A theological school affiliated with McMaster University offering graduate programs (MDiv, MTS, MA, PhD) in theological studies. Directly comparable as a Canadian university-affiliated graduate theology program.
• Emmanuel College at U of T: One of TST's own member colleges, also a U of T-affiliated theological school offering graduate programs. Comparable as a Toronto-based graduate theological education provider operating within the same consortium.
• Waterloo Lutheran Seminary: A theological school affiliated with Wilfrid Laurier University offering master's and doctoral programs in theology. Comparable as a Canadian seminary embedded in a broader university with conjoint credential arrangements.
• Wycliffe College (standalone context): One of TST's own member colleges, also a separately branded Anglican/evangelical seminary in Toronto. Comparable because it independently offers theological degrees and competes for similar students in the same city.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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