Accreditation and Educational Effectiveness

Accreditation

Saint John Vianney Theological Seminary is accredited by The Commission on Accrediting of The Association of Theological Schools in the United States and Canada (ATS), and the following degree program is approved:

• Master of Divinity (M.Div.)

ATS Contact Information:

The Association of Theological Schools in the United States and CanadaThe Commission on Accrediting10 Summit Park DrivePittsburg, PA 15275-1110

Telephone:  412-788-6505Fax:  412-788-6510Website:  www.ats.edu

Statement of Educational Effectiveness (UPDATED 6/1/2026)

The Division for Priestly Formation of Saint John Vianney admits only students sponsored for priestly formation by a diocese or religious institute, its rate of placement immediately after graduation and ordination is nearly 100%. In rare cases, there may be a delay between graduation and ordination to the priesthood. Continuation in the Seminary’s programs is dependent on this sponsorship as well as the individual student’s ongoing commitment to seek ordination, reasons for departures during formation are handled with discretion. To date, 230 men have earned the Master of Divinity (M.Div.) degree from the Seminary.

Links to Additional Information

About SJV's Accreditation Through the Association of Theological Schools (ATS)
About SJV's Assessment and Educational Effectiveness