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Missouri Baptist University, also known as MBU, is an evangelical Christian, liberal arts institution located in St. Louis, Missouri. It was established in 1957 as a campus extension at Tower Grove Baptist Church. It was given its present name in August 2002. The university enrolls more than 1,000 undergraduate students and over 700 graduate students each year. It offers a wide variety of degrees and programs through the following academic divisions:
MBU’s athletics department fields several men’s and women’s sports teams. They participate in sports which include baseball, basketball, soccer, and tennis. Their sports teams are nicknamed the Spartans.
Saint Louis, MO is home to Missouri Baptist University. Saint Louis is a large suburb. Students select the school partly because it is a Baptist school. Missouri Baptist University is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at the school go up to the Post-Master's certificate.
Students commonly pursue studies in education and teaching.
Prospective students are advised that admissions are not open to all; the school selects from among qualified applicants. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 410. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 375 and 535.
The school has 4,598 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008).
Missouri Baptist University offers students meal plans. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the American Midwest Conference. Missouri Baptist University offers athletic financial aid to more of its students than do most colleges.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Missouri Baptist University is an evangelical Christian, liberal arts institution and has as its purpose the offering of programs of study leading to professional certificates, undergraduate degrees, and graduate degrees in an environment where academic excellence is emphasized and a Biblically based Christian perspective is maintained. The University is committed to enriching its studentsÆ lives spiritually, intellectually, and professionally, and to preparing students to serve in a global and culturally diverse society."
More complete details are provided below.
Missouri Baptist University
One College Park Dr
Saint Louis, MO 63141-8698
General Phone: (877) 434-1115
http://www.mobap.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education and Teaching | 376 | teacher education, school counseling, elementary school teaching, superintendency and administration, secondary school administration, elementary/middle school admin, early childhood education, education, ... |
| Business and Management | 105 | business management, marketing, accounting, business administration, operations management, organizational behavior |
| Religion and Philosophy | 34 | theology, theology and religious vocations, religious education, Christian studies, religious music |
| Therapy and Counseling | 33 | psychology, behavioral sciences |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 27 | sports and fitness management, exercise science |
| Liberal Arts | 23 | English, social services, history, interdisciplinary studies |
| Media | 14 | communication studies |
| Family and Social Work | 13 | community organization, child development |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 12 | criminal justice and safety |
| Science | 6 | biology, chemistry, biotechnology |
| Mathematics | 3 | mathematics |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 2 | computer and info science |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 2 | registered nursing |
| Music | 0 | music, music performance |
Number of programs and degrees for Missouri Baptist University in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Master's degree | 298 | 7 |
| Bachelor's degree | 294 | 40 |
| Post-master's certificate | 39 | 2 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 11 | 2 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 5 | 3 |
| Associate's degree | 3 | 3 |
In 2007-2008, Missouri Baptist University had a total enrollment of 4,598 students (3,449 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 50% |
| Women | 50% |
| Full-Time | 98% |
| Part-Time | 2% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 68% |
| Graduate | 32% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 80% |
| Black | 5% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 11% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 46% |
| 18-19 | 7% |
| 20-21 | 9% |
| 22-24 | 9% |
| 25-29 | 10% |
| 30-34 | 6% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 6% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 66 % |
| Part-Time | 89 % |
Missouri Baptist University offers campus housing for 225 of its 3,449 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of St. Louis, Missouri for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Missouri Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 543 | 365 | 67% | 204 | 56% |
| Men | 255 | 173 | 68% | 101 | 58% |
| Women | 288 | 192 | 67% | 103 | 54% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 410 | 470 |
| SAT Math | 375 | 535 |
| ACT Verbal | 18 | 25 |
| ACT Math | 16 | 23 |
| ACT Composite | 19 | 24 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 5% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 83% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 16,782 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 16,782 |
| Room and board | $ 6,730 |
| Books and supplies | $ 2,351 |
| Other expenses | $ 8,541 |
Financial Aid:
Missouri Baptist University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 754000)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 41 | 30 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 2 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 4 | $49,059 | 5 | $51,624 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 13 | $54,581 | 3 | $47,330 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 6 | $50,114 | 8 | $44,293 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 7 | $41,016 | 9 | $39,977 |
| Instructor | academic year | 11 | $41,160 | 5 | $33,151 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 37 | $47,300 | 25 | $40,875 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | American Midwest Conference |
| Baseball | American Midwest Conference |
| Track | American Midwest Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 342 | 283 | 625 |
| Track | 74 | 95 | 169 |
| Basketball | 58 | 83 | 141 |
| Baseball | 46 | 0 | 46 |
| All Other Sports | 164 | 105 | 269 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Operations Management and Supervision
Organizational Behavior Studies
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Business Teacher Education
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Curriculum and Instruction
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
Elementary and Middle School Administration/Principalship
Health Teacher Education
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
Secondary Education and Teaching
Secondary School Administration/Principalship
Superintendency and Educational System Administration
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Levels & Methods, Other
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Development
Community Organization and Advocacy
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
History, General
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Social Sciences, General
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
Music, General
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Christian Studies
Religious Education
Religious/Sacred Music
Theology and Religious Vocations, Other
Theology/Theological Studies
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Biotechnology
Chemistry, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Behavioral Sciences
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Missouri Baptist University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% |  |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Baptist affiliation Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Has ROTC (army) Offers athletic scholarships
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