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Graduate Theological Union

Berkeley, CA·Private·www.gtu.edu/

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Graduate Theological Union is a private nonprofit university in Berkeley, CA. The nearest beach is about 16 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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At a Glance

Graduate Theological Union is a private nonprofit university in Berkeley, CA. The nearest beach is about 16 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Campus Lifestyle

Graduate Theological Union is a under 1,000, urban school. The campus is 16 miles from Ocean Beach SF, CA and 127 miles from Dodge Ridge Ski Area.

School Size & Setting

Under 1,000

Urban setting

Beach Access

16 miles

Ocean Beach SF, CA

Ski Access

127 miles

Dodge Ridge Ski Area

Weather

Warm Climate

57°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

Graduate Theological Union students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Dodge Ridge Ski Area, 127 miles away with 10 lifts and 862 skiable acres. All are within 132 miles of campus.

127 mi away
862 skiable acres10 lifts
128 mi away
1,680 skiable acres10 lifts
132 mi away
2,300 skiable acres13 lifts

Nearest Beach

Students at Graduate Theological Union are 16 miles from Ocean Beach SF, CA.

Ocean Beach SF, CA

Ocean access within 16.0 miles

16 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Berkeley, CA

Berkeley has a mild climate, with winters averaging 51°F in Dec and summers peaking around 65°F in Sep.

51°Jan53°Feb55°Mar57°Apr60°May63°Jun64°Jul64°Aug65°Sep63°Oct56°Nov51°Dec

Station: BERKELEY · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

Graduate Theological Union in CA earns a composite safety score of 100/100, rated Very Safe among U.S. colleges.

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Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety100100100
100/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
100/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
100/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.

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Fields of Study

5 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Theological and Ministerial StudiesMaster's
14 grads/yr
Theological and Ministerial StudiesDoctoral
13 grads/yr
Theological and Ministerial StudiesOther
9 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Theological and Ministerial Studies
Master's14 grads
Theological and Ministerial Studies
Doctoral13 grads
Theological and Ministerial Studies
Other9 grads
Theology and Religious Vocations, Other
Master's
Theology and Religious Vocations, Other
Doctoral

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Graduate Theological Union located?

Graduate Theological Union is located in Berkeley, CA. The main campus address is 2400 Ridge Rd, Berkeley, CA. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.

Is Graduate Theological Union the right fit for me?

Whether Graduate Theological Union is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost and financial aid, campus culture in Berkeley, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Graduate Theological Union against similar schools side-by-side.

Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Graduate Theological Union directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Private
Location
Berkeley, CA
Size
Under 1,000
Degrees Offered
Master's, Doctoral
School Year Weather
Warm · 57°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
100/100
Nearest Airport
Oakland, CA (OAK) · 11 mialso CCR (14 mi), SFO (19 mi)

Location

Berkeley, CA

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.