What is the relationship between Berkeley Divinity School and Yale Divinity School?
Berkeley Divinity School is an accredited seminary of the Episcopal Church, formally affiliated with Yale Divinity School (of which the Institute of Sacred Music is also an institutional partner). Berkeley students are admitted by Yale and receive their degree from the university, but also participate through Berkeley in a rigorous program of Anglican formation that prepares them to serve as clergy or lay leaders in the Episcopal Church. This preparation is certified at graduation by the conferral of either the Diploma (M.Div.) or Certificate (M.A.R. and S.T.M.) in Anglican Studies. Upon application to Yale Divinity School or the Institute of Sacred Music, a prospective student indicates his or her intention to enroll in one of the Berkeley programs, and once admitted then completes both the Berkeley and Yale requirements concurrently.
