The campus of Holy Apostles College And Seminary is in Cromwell, Connecticut, which is a large suburb. Its Roman Catholic nature is one of the defining aspects of the school. Holy Apostles College And Seminary is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at the school include, at the school's highest level, the Post-Master's certificate.
Holy Apostles College And Seminary is known for its programs in religion and philosophy.
Its open admissions system makes the school an attractive choice for many applicants. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
The school maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges.
In 2005, Holy Apostles College And Seminary had 254 students enrolled (136 full-time equivalent). A large number of students at the school are 40 years old or older. A very high share of students at Holy Apostles College And Seminary are male.
The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. Holy Apostles College And Seminary offers students meal plans.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The Mission of Holy Apostles College and Seminary, in its seminary program, is to provide an excellent educational and formation program for candidates who are called to serve the Church in the Catholic priesthood. The Seminary receives its students from all parts of the United States and from other countries. Many dioceses and religious communities send students to Holy Apostles. The Holy Apostles College Division also serves lay adults and religious men and women completing requirements for Associate of Arts and Bachelor of Arts degrees. They also may study for Certificate Programs, a Master of Arts degree and a Post Master's Certificate in Theology. The college specializes in programs leading to undergraduate degrees in Philosophy and Religious Studies, and graduate degrees in Theology. Some adults enroll for personal faith enrichment, or to prepare to serve in lay ministries."
More complete details are provided below.
Holy Apostles College And Seminary
33 Prospect Hill Rd
Cromwell, CT 06416-2005
General Phone: (860) 632-3010
Admissions Phone: (860) 632-3012
Financial Aid Phone: (860) 632-8120
http://www.holyapostles.edu
Holy Apostles College And Seminary awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Religion And Philosophy | 48 | theology, ministry, philosophy, theology and religious vocations, religion |
| Liberal Arts | 2 | social services, humanities |
Number of programs and degrees for Holy Apostles College And Seminary in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Master's degree | 24 | 2 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 13 | 2 |
| First-professional degree | 8 | 1 |
| Bachelor's degree | 5 | 4 |
| Associate's degree | 0 | 1 |
In 2005, Holy Apostles College And Seminary had a total enrollment of 254 students (136 full-time equivalent).
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 8% |
| Graduate | 72% |
| First Professional | 20% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 50% |
| Black | 0% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 3% |
| Other Races | 40% |
| (Foreign Students) | 5% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 20-21 | 1% |
| 22-24 | 4% |
| 25-29 | 7% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 9% |
| 40-49 | 29% |
| 50-64 | 32% |
| 65+ | 6% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Foreign countries | 50% |
| Connecticut | 50% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Part-Time | 50 % |
Holy Apostles College And Seminary offers campus housing for 70 of its 136 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Cromwell, Connecticut for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Connecticut Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 21 meals per week.
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Years of College Work Before Admittance | recommended |
Admissions Phone Number: (860) 632-3012
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 9,100 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 9,100 |
| Room and board | $ 7,200 |
| Books and supplies | $ 200 |
| Other expenses | $ 200 |
Financial Aid:
Holy Apostles College And Seminary participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 138900)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (860) 632-8120
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 | calendar year | 3 | $24,777 | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
| No academic rank | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 5 | $19,407 | 3 | $39,877 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
| No academic rank | academic year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 3 | $21,656 | 2 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | short term | 8 | $2,531 | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | short term | 8 | $2,531 | 2 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
LIBERAL ARTS
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
Social Sciences, General
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Divinity/Ministry (BD, MDiv)
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
Theology and Religious Vocations, Other
Theology/Theological Studies
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Holy Apostles College And Seminary Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | ![]() |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | ![]() |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | ![]() |
Notable:
Roman Catholic affiliation
Open admission
Offers credit for life experience
Offers distance learning
Career counseling
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Offers campus housing
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
Offers a board (meal) plan
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