- Yale University in New Haven was originally established on religious beliefs; the primary reason for its foundation in the 1700s was training for the Christian ministries. The Divinity School was formally created in 1822 and it now offers three degrees --- a master of divinity, a master of arts in religion and a master of sacred theology. The non-sectarian institution has approximately 380 students that collectively represent over forty denominations and groups, according to the school. "[Our] student body represents a wide range of cultures, ethnicity and faith communities from around the world," says the Yale Divinity School website, "taught by faculty eager to accept the educational challenges of an increasingly globalized environment."
- Based on the sole purpose of preparing Christians "to serve as leaders in various Baptist Church ministries, leading others toward righteousness and holiness," this Southington college offers degrees in pastoral theology, missions, Christian ministries, music, education and office administration, as well as a one-year certificate in Bible studies.
- With less than 100 students annually, Hartford offers an intimate learning environment. Three academic centers comprise this institution. The Center for Faith in Practice offers classes in Bible studies, theology, ethics, liturgy, worship, spirituality and feminist studies that can be used toward the school's master's and doctorate degrees, as well as certificate programs in black ministries, hispanic ministries and women's leadership. The Hartford Institute for Religion Research addresses current issues and policies surrounding religion, and is seen as an established link between the scholarly community and the faith practice. Finally, the Duncan Black Macdonald Center is the country's oldest center for the study of Islam and Christian-Muslim relations. The school is also home to the extensive Hartford Seminary Library, which contains over 92,000 volumes and 300 periodicals.
- Located in Cromwell, this institution offers undergraduate, master's and certificate programs covering such topics as dogmatic theory, parish administration, bioethics and church history, as well as integrated liberal arts. It offers day and night classes as well as distance learning programs, with the overall goal of preparing its students for ministry work, education or further theological studies.
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