📘 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
🏛️ General Information
The International Association for Biblical Education (IABE) is an accrediting body for theological institutions that evaluates and accredits Bible colleges, seminaries, and theological schools committed to academic excellence, spiritual formation, and ministry effectiveness.
Accreditation is a process that ensures theological institutions meet high standards of academic and spiritual excellence. It involves an independent evaluation of curriculum, faculty, and institutional practices to verify quality and integrity. Accreditation is important because it assures students and the public that an institution provides credible, effective, and trustworthy theological education.
Accreditation is typically granted by independent accrediting bodies or agencies that assess and verify the quality of theological institutions and their programs.
The International Association for Biblical Education (IABE) is a legally registered, faith-based, non-governmental accrediting body in the United States of America and India. It operates independently to promote excellence in biblical and theological education and is widely respected among theological institutions and many reputable education networks worldwide for its integrity, accountability, and academic standards.
IABE accreditation aims to uphold academic quality, promote spiritual development, and prepare institutions to train effective leaders for God’s Kingdom.
🎓 Accreditation Process
IABE standards cover institutional mission, governance, faculty qualifications, curriculum design, student services, financial integrity, and community impact.
IABE accredits Bible colleges, seminaries, and theological schools both on campus and online that offer certificate, diploma, or degree programs in biblical and theological studies.
Institutional accreditation evaluates the entire institution, while programmatic accreditation focuses on specific theological or ministry programs.
Institutions complete a self-study, submit required documents, undergo a peer review, and participate in an evaluation visit before final approval by the IABE Board.
The process typically takes 1–3 months, depending on how quickly the institution completes the self-study and meets IABE’s requirements.
Yes. If an institution fails to maintain IABE standards or neglects required reports, accreditation may be suspended or withdrawn.
Yes. Institutions may appeal within a specific time frame if they believe a decision was made without fair consideration of the evidence provided.
🤝 Membership & Benefits
Any theological institution college, seminary, or Bible school that aligns with IABE’s standards of accreditation and meets the minimum academic standards may apply.
Accredited institutions gain international recognition, credibility, mentorship, networking opportunities, and access to professional development programs.
Yes. IABE offers mentorship, guidance, and workshops to help institutions strengthen academic excellence and spiritual leadership.
Yes. Institutions may become associate members or partners to participate in IABE seminars, conferences, and joint projects.
Yes. Institutions pay application, evaluation, and annual fees to cover administrative and operational costs of the accreditation process.
📚 Compliance & Quality Assurance
IABE uses peer review evaluations, annual reports, and periodic reaccreditation to ensure institutions uphold consistent academic and spiritual standards.
Accredited institutions must maintain compliance, submit regular reports, and participate in periodic reviews to retain accreditation status.
You can verify accreditation by checking the official IABE website’s list of accredited institutions or contacting IABE directly.
Yes. IABE accredits online and blended theological institutions that meet its academic, administrative, and spiritual formation standards.
Institutions can begin the process by completing the online application form available on the IABE website and submitting the necessary documentation.
You can reach IABE through the contact form on the website or email us at info@iabeinternational.org.
