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Lexington Theological Seminary can be found in Lexington, Kentucky (a large city). One of the defining characteristics of the school is its status as a Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) school. Lexington Theological Seminary is a private, not-for-profit institution. The Doctoral degree is the highest degree at the school.
The most common majors at Lexington Theological Seminary are in religion and philosophy.
The school does not have an open admissions system. Not everyone who applies is accepted.
Classes at Lexington Theological Seminary are less crowded than at many schools. A tenure system is one way the school works to keep a high-quality staff.
In 2005, 99 students were enrolled in Lexington Theological Seminary. Older adults are in evidence at the school, often seeking career changing education.
Lexington Theological Seminary has a residential or campus feel. Student dorms or apartments are common at the school.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The purpose of Lexington Theological Seminary is to prepare faithful leaders for the church of Jesus Christ and, thus, to strengthen the church's participation in God's mission for the world."
More complete details are provided below.
Lexington Theological Seminary
631 S Limestone
Lexington, KY 40508-3288
http://www.lextheo.edu
Lexington Theological Seminary awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Religion And Philosophy | 21 | ministry, theology |
Number of programs and degrees for Lexington Theological Seminary in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| First-professional degree | 17 | 1 |
| Master's degree | 4 | 1 |
| Doctor's degree | 0 | 1 |
In 2005, Lexington Theological Seminary had a total enrollment of 99 students (72 full-time equivalent).
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduate | 37% |
| First Professional | 63% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 85% |
| Black | 12% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 20-21 | 1% |
| 22-24 | 15% |
| 25-29 | 15% |
| 30-34 | 9% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 25% |
| 50-64 | 30% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Lexington Theological Seminary offers campus housing for 80 of its 72 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Lexington, Kentucky for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Kentucky Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| Room charge | $ 5,820 |
Financial Aid:
Lexington Theological Seminary participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 197100)
Lexington Theological Seminary has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 4 | 2 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 3 | 0 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 1 | 1 |
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 | 4 | $67,915 | 2 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| No academic rank | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 8 | $55,170 | 3 | $49,852 |
*: 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 Lexington Theological Seminary Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
Notable:
Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) affiliation Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers campus housing On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching
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