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.
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.
Luther Rice is known for its programs in religion and philosophy.
The school is an open-admission school.
Luther Rice had 1,047 enrolled students in 2007. 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.
Luther Rice University
3038 Evans Mill Rd
Lithonia, GA 30038-2418
General Phone: (770) 484-1204
http://www.lru.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Religion And Philosophy | 210 | bible studies, ministry, theological and ministerial studies, pastoral counseling, religious education |
Number of programs and degrees for Luther Rice in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Master's degree | 93 | 4 |
| Bachelor's degree | 57 | 1 |
| First-professional degree | 44 | 1 |
| Doctor's degree | 16 | 1 |
In 2007, Luther Rice had a total enrollment of 1,047 students (622 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 35% |
| Graduate | 35% |
| First Professional | 30% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 56% |
| Black | 33% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 9% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 0% |
| 20-21 | 1% |
| 22-24 | 3% |
| 25-29 | 11% |
| 30-34 | 14% |
| 35-39 | 18% |
| 40-49 | 32% |
| 50-64 | 19% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Georgia | 54% |
| Florida | 15% |
| Michigan | 5% |
| Alabama | 5% |
| Oklahoma | 5% |
| North Carolina | 5% |
| Tennessee | 3% |
| South Carolina | 3% |
| West Virginia | 3% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 60 % |
| Part-Time | 61 % |
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.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 4,876 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 4,876 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,250 |
Financial Aid:
Luther Rice participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3100900)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 13 | 1 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 5 | $62,400 | 0 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 6 | $47,833 | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 13 | $52,808 | 1 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Bible/Biblical Studies
Divinity/Ministry (BD, MDiv)
Pastoral Studies/Counseling
Religious Education
Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Luther Rice Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | ![]() ![]() |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | ![]() |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 14% | ![]() |
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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