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Luther Rice is located in Lithonia, Georgia (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 1,008 enrolled students in 2005. 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 is a relative bargain, with lower tuition and fees than most schools offering similar degrees.
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
Admissions Phone: (800) 442-1577
Financial Aid Phone: (770) 484-1204
Luther Rice awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Religion And Philosophy | 181 | bible studies, theological and ministerial studies, ministry, pastoral counseling, religious education |
Number of programs and degrees for Luther Rice in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Master's degree | 85 | 4 |
| Bachelor's degree | 46 | 1 |
| First-professional degree | 32 | 1 |
| Doctor's degree | 18 | 1 |
In 2005, Luther Rice had a total enrollment of 1,008 students (616 full-time equivalent).
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 35% |
| Graduate | 42% |
| First Professional | 23% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 54% |
| Black | 28% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 11% |
| Other Races | 4% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 1% |
| 20-21 | 2% |
| 22-24 | 6% |
| 25-29 | 10% |
| 30-34 | 16% |
| 35-39 | 16% |
| 40-49 | 32% |
| 50-64 | 15% |
| 65+ | 2% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Georgia | 73% |
| South Carolina | 5% |
| Texas | 4% |
| Florida | 4% |
| North Carolina | 4% |
| Alabama | 3% |
| Nevada | 1% |
| Louisiana | 1% |
| California | 1% |
| Tennessee | 1% |
| Colorado | 1% |
| Iowa | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 73 % |
| Part-Time | 44 % |
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.
Admissions Phone Number: (800) 442-1577
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 3,196 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 3,196 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,180 |
Financial Aid:
Luther Rice participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3100900)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (770) 484-1204
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 14 | 0 |
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 | $52,817 | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 8 | $42,653 | 0 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 14 | $45,616 | 0 | * |
*: 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 1% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 4% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| % of students from other states (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Baptist affiliation Open admission Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers part-time study On-campus library
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