Austin Graduate School of Theology traces its origins to 1917, when the University Avenue Church of Christ established a Bible Chair at the University of Texas. In 1975 this program was expanded with the offering of a bachelor's degree in Biblical Studies by arrangement with Abilene Christian University. That same year, the School was incorporated as the Institute for Christian Studies.

In 1978 an undergraduate program in ministry was initiated for the purpose of training ministers, teachers, and missionaries. The School received its own regional accreditation in 1987, and since that time over 286 students have earned an undergraduate degree and now offer Christian witness in both churches and the broader society in a variety of capacities including ministry, mission work, teaching, and business.

Graduate theological education was incorporated into the school's mission in 1992 when a master's degree was offered by arrangement with Abilene Christian University. In the fall of 2001, the Schools own graduate program was launched, and the Institute for Christian Studies became the Austin Graduate School of Theology. At the same time, the needs of undergraduate students continue to be met through the School's Bachelor of Arts program.

The school's Academic Center houses administrative offices, classrooms, the ICS Bookstore, and a spacious library with a computer lab and two study rooms.

Austin Graduate School of Theology is accredited by the Commission of Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097: Telephone number 404-679-4501) to award Bachelor's and Master's degrees.

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