The Boston Theological Institute (BTI) is an association of nine university divinity schools, schools of theology and seminaries in the Greater Boston area, registered as a tax-exempt 501(c)3 organization. It is one of the oldest and largest theological consortia in the world. It includes as constitutive members schools representing the full range of Christian churches and confessions. Additionally, persons representing other religious traditions are present in many of our schools. The BTI is not a degree granting institution, but coordinates various administrative, program and academic activities so as to enhance the work of the member schools.