The Institute of Buddhist Studies offers three graduate degree programs:
- Master of Arts (M.A.) with a concentration in Buddhist Studies jointly offered with the Graduate Theological Union
- Master of Buddhist Studies (M.B.S.)
- Master of Divinity (M.Div.)
Application deadlines for all three degree programs are:
- Fall Priority Deadline — February 1st*
- Fall Final Deadline — June 1st
- Spring Priority Deadline — October 1st
- Spring Final Deadline — December 1st
* Students are encouraged to apply before the February 1st deadline to receive consideration for some institutional grants.
Degree Programs
| Degree Program | Administered by | Total Units | Apply to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Arts, Buddhist Studies Concentration | Jointly by the IBS and GTU | 48 (2 years of full-time coursework) | GTU |
| Master of Buddhist Studies (MBS) | IBS | 48 (2 years of full-time coursework) | IBS |
| Master of Divinity (MDiv) | IBS | 72 (3 years of full-time coursework) | IBS |