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Claremont School of Theology (CST) is a graduate school that stands at the intersection of academic rigor, faithful practice, and social transformation. For nearly 140 years, CST has formed leaders who embody compassion, justice, and belonging—leading congregations, nonprofits, classrooms, and movements worldwide.

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CST equips bold, justice-minded leaders who serve churches, nonprofits, classrooms, and movements around the world. Our core values—Compassion, Justice, and Belonging—shape curriculum, community life, and public witness. United Methodist in heritage and intentionally interreligious, CST engages diverse traditions to address pressing global needs.

History & Renewal

Founded in 1885, CST has pioneered process, liberation, feminist/womanist, and interfaith theologies. In 2024, CST relocated from Claremont to Los Angeles, reducing debt and investing in digital and in-person intensive technologies.

Growing Student Body

While many seminaries are shrinking, CST is experiencing steady enrollment growth, a clear sign of the rising demand for justice-focused and inclusive theological education.

Global Reach

CST’s impact extends across the world—especially Korea, where CST has partnered with several universities. Doctoral programs and leadership in Korea continue to expand, creating international alumni networks of faith leaders.

Student Impact

Graduates lead in areas of immigration justice, climate resilience, anti-racism, gender equity, trauma care, and interreligious peacebuilding—integrating deep scholarship with real-world practice.

Innovative Learning

Through in-person intensive and online learning, CST connects in-room and remote learners worldwide. This model expands access for those balancing ministry, family, and work, while preserving the richness of graduate-level dialogue.

Distinctive Difference

• Interreligious by design, United Methodist in heritage
• Strategic LA location in one of the world’s most diverse cities
• Global partnerships and alumni networks on multiple continents