As one of the schools of Pacific Islands Bible College, Hawaii Theological Seminary is accredited through the Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools (TRACS). TRACS is recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE), CHEA, and the International Network for Quality Assurance Agencies in Higher Education (INQAAHE).

Accreditation confirms a commitment to quality education. Accreditation allows active-duty military personnel to utilize their educational benefits and to apply for the military chaplaincy upon graduation.