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The main campus of Bangor Theological is in Bangor, Maine (a small city). The school is a United Church of Christ institution. Bangor Theological is a private, not-for-profit school. The school offers degrees up to the Doctoral degree.
Bangor Theological students most commonly major in a field related to religion and philosophy.
The school does not accept everyone who applies. Students attending Bangor Theological come from a variety of places, in and out of state.
The school's faculty/student ratio compares favorably with most colleges. Bangor Theological offers tenure to reward and retain some professors.
In 2005, the school had 139 enrolled students. Older students (40+ years old, e.g.) are welcome and common at Bangor Theological.
Many students are part-timers.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Bangor Theological Seminary is an ecumenical seminary in the Congregational tradition of the United Church of Christ. It is committed to equip men and women for the work of Christian ministries, serve as an intellectual center for the continuing sustenance and transformation of the church and the world, provide for the study of religion, and embody a public ministry within the local communities of Northern New England."
More complete details are provided below.
Bangor Theological Seminary
Two College Circle
Bangor, ME 04402-0411
http://www.BTS.edu
Bangor Theological awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Religion And Philosophy | 15 | ministry, theology |
Number of programs and degrees for Bangor Theological in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| First-professional degree | 14 | 1 |
| Master's degree | 1 | 1 |
| Doctor's degree | 0 | 1 |
In 2005, Bangor Theological had a total enrollment of 139 students (89 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 33% |
| Women | 67% |
| Full-Time | 50% |
| Part-Time | 50% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 19% |
| Graduate | 35% |
| First Professional | 45% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 57% |
| Black | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Other Races | 39% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 20-21 | 1% |
| 22-24 | 2% |
| 25-29 | 2% |
| 30-34 | 6% |
| 35-39 | 8% |
| 40-49 | 36% |
| 50-64 | 42% |
| 65+ | 2% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Maine | 66% |
| Connecticut | 7% |
| Iowa | 7% |
| Foreign countries | 3% |
| Illinois | 3% |
| Wisconsin | 3% |
| Nebraska | 3% |
| Ohio | 3% |
| New York | 3% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 85 % |
| Part-Time | 78 % |
Bangor Theological offers campus housing for 24 of its 89 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Bangor, Maine for details about the area surrounding the campus.)
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 8 | 6 | 75% | 6 | 100% |
| Men | 4 | 2 | 50% | 2 | 100% |
| Women | 4 | 4 | 100% | 4 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
| Years of College Work Before Admittance | recommended |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 10,550 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 10,550 |
| Room and board | $ 11,415 |
| Room charge | $ 11,415 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
| Other expenses | $ 5,715 |
Financial Aid:
Bangor Theological participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 203500)
Bangor Theological has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 1 | 0 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 5 | 2 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 4 | $55,869 | 2 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 6 | $53,140 | 2 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Divinity/Ministry (BD, MDiv)
Theology/Theological Studies
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Bangor Theological Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 13% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
United Church of Christ affiliation Offers campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching
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