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Luther Rice University

Luther Rice University

Luther Rice University is a private Christian seminary college located in Atlanta, Georgia. Robert Gee Witty established the university in 1962. The university offers undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs both on-campus and online. Some of the areas of study at Luther Rice University are Biblical studies, divinity, religion and ministry.

Students at Luther Rice University participate in various academic, social and cultural extra-curricular activities that are hosted by the Student Government Association. Financial aid is provided to deserving students based on academic records, financial need and enrollment status. Academic advising and health care facilities are also available for students through the Student Services Department of Luther Rice University.

Overview of Luther Rice University

Luther Rice is located in Lithonia, GA (a large suburb). The school is a Baptist school. Luther Rice is a private, not-for-profit institution. The highest degree level offered by the school is the Doctoral degree.

Areas of Study

Luther Rice is known for its programs in religion and philosophy.

Luther Rice Selectivity

The school is an open-admission school.

Student Body

Luther Rice had 1,047 enrolled students in 2007-2008. A large number of students at the school are 40 years old or older. A very high share of students at Luther Rice are male.

The school reports its educational mission is:
"To provide theological education for Christian ministers and leaders around the world with an end to granting undergraduate and graduate degrees."

More complete details are provided below.

Contacting Luther Rice

Luther Rice University
3038 Evans Mill Rd
Lithonia, GA 30038-2418
General Phone: (770) 484-1204
http://www.lru.edu

Luther Rice Programs and Degrees (2008-2009)

General CategoryDegreesMost Common Majors [see all]
Religion and Philosophy230bible studies, ministry, theological and ministerial studies, pastoral counseling, religious education

Number of programs and degrees for Luther Rice in 2008-2009:

Degree LevelTotal
Awarded
Number of
Programs
Master's degree1665
Bachelor's degree541
Doctor's degree - professional practice101

Luther Rice Student Body

In 2007-2008, Luther Rice had a total enrollment of 1,047 students (662 full-time equivalent).

Students By Class:

GroupPercent
Undergraduate35%
Graduate65%

Racial Diversity:
RacePercent
White55%
Black33%
Hispanic2%
Asian8%
American Indian0%
Unknown0%
(Foreign Students)1%

Students by Age:

AgePercent
18-190%
20-211%
22-243%
25-2911%
30-3414%
35-3918%
40-4932%
50-6419%
65+1%

Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)

ResidencePercent
Georgia54%
Florida15%
Michigan5%
Alabama5%
Oklahoma5%
North Carolina5%
Tennessee3%
South Carolina3%
West Virginia3%

Luther Rice Graduation, Retention, and Transfers

Retention Rates (2007):

GroupReturning From
Previous Year
Full-Time60 %
Part-Time61 %

Luther Rice Room and Board (2007)

The school does not offer campus housing.

(Please refer to our profile of Lithonia, Georgia for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Georgia Colleges).

The school does not offer students a meal plan.

Luther Rice Expenses and Financial Aid (2008-2009)

Expenses and Financial Aid:

ExpenseAmount
In-state tuition and fees$ 5,136
Out-of-state tuition and fees$ 5,136
Books and supplies$ 1,250

Financial Aid:
Luther Rice participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3100900)

Luther Rice Faculty

Salaries for full-time faculty:

Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):

Full-Time Faculty LevelContract LengthNumber MenAvg Salary MenNumber WomenAvg Salary Women
Professorcalendar year3$48,0000*
Associate professorcalendar year5$63,6000*
Assistant professorcalendar year4$44,5000*
Instructorcalendar year0*1*
All faculty totalcalendar year12$53,3331*

*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.

Luther Rice Degree Programs (2007)

RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Bible/Biblical Studies
Divinity/Ministry (BD, MDiv)
Pastoral Studies/Counseling
Religious Education
Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other

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Luther Rice Highlights

(Details are provided further down on this page.)

What Sets Luther Rice Apart:

CategoryTrophy 
% of degrees in religion and philosophy
(vs. all colleges)
Top 1%Luther Rice % of degrees in religion and philosophy
% students 40 years or older
(vs. all colleges)
Top 2%Luther Rice % students 40 years or older
Male % of student body
(vs. all colleges)
Top 6%Luther Rice Male % of student body
Lowest tuition & fees (in-state)
(vs. colleges with similar degree levels)
Top 14%Luther Rice Lowest tuition & fees (in-state)
Explanation of the Highlights categories

Notable:
Baptist affiliation
Open admission
Accepts some high school credits
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Offers part-time study
On-campus library

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