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The main campus of Memphis Theological Seminary is in Memphis, Tennessee (a large city). The school is a Cumberland Presbyterian institution. Memphis Theological Seminary is a private, not-for-profit school. The school offers degrees up to the Doctoral degree.
Memphis Theological Seminary students most commonly major in a field related to religion and philosophy.
The school does not accept everyone who applies.
Memphis Theological Seminary offers tenure to reward and retain some professors.
In 2005, the school had 329 enrolled students.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Memphis Theological Seminary, an ecumenical Protestant seminary serving the mid-South region, is committed to providing theological education for church leaders throughout the world. The seminary is an insitution of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church. As a Christian seminary, we seek to cultivate a love for scholarship, piety, and justice. Intentionaaly, we foster ecumenical cooperation, support the full minisrty of women and men of all races and cultures, and provide resources for the church's life and witness."
More complete details are provided below.
Memphis Theological Seminary
168 East Parkway South
Memphis, TN 38104-4395
General Phone: (901) 458-8232
http://www.memphisseminary.edu
Memphis Theological Seminary awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Religion And Philosophy | 64 | ministry, theological and ministerial studies, religion |
Number of programs and degrees for Memphis Theological Seminary in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| First-professional degree | 41 | 1 |
| Doctor's degree | 14 | 1 |
| Master's degree | 9 | 1 |
In 2005, Memphis Theological Seminary had a total enrollment of 329 students (262 full-time equivalent).
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduate | 30% |
| First Professional | 70% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 62% |
| Black | 36% |
| Hispanic | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Memphis Theological Seminary offers campus housing for 50 of its 262 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Memphis, Tennessee for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Tennessee Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| Room charge | $ 560 |
Financial Aid:
Memphis Theological Seminary participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 1052900)
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Divinity/Ministry (BD, MDiv)
Religion/Religious Studies
Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Memphis Theological Seminary Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Cumberland Presbyterian affiliation Career counseling Student employment services Offers campus housing On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching
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