The campus of Southeastern Baptist College is in Laurel, Mississippi, which is a town not particularly near any major cities. Its Baptist nature is one of the defining aspects of the school. Southeastern Baptist College is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at the school include, at the school's highest level, the Bachelor's degree.
Its open admissions system makes Southeastern Baptist College an attractive choice for many applicants.
In 2005, the school had 83 students enrolled (64 full-time equivalent). A large number of students at Southeastern Baptist College are 40 years old or older.
The school has a residential or campus feel. Southeastern Baptist College offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges.
The school is a relative bargain, with lower tuition and fees than most schools offering similar degrees.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The purpose of Southeastern Baptist College is to glorify God by providing quality post-secondary education from a biblical world view in a Christian atmosphere, thereby developing Christian growth in students and preparing them for service in the Kingdom of God."
More complete details are provided below.
Southeastern Baptist College
4229 Hwy 15 N
Laurel, MS 39440-9989
General Phone: (601) 426-6346
Admissions Phone: (601) 426-6346
Financial Aid Phone: (601) 426-6346
http://southeasternbaptist.edu
Southeastern Baptist College awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Religion And Philosophy | 13 | bible studies |
| Business And Management | 4 | business management |
| Liberal Arts | 1 | general studies |
Number of programs and degrees for Southeastern Baptist College in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 11 | 3 |
| Bachelor's degree | 7 | 1 |
In 2005, Southeastern Baptist College had a total enrollment of 83 students (64 full-time equivalent).
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 70% |
| Black | 27% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 1% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 15% |
| 20-21 | 12% |
| 22-24 | 11% |
| 25-29 | 10% |
| 30-34 | 12% |
| 35-39 | 9% |
| 40-49 | 21% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Mississippi | 100% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 25 % |
| Part-Time | 50 % |
Southeastern Baptist College offers campus housing for 65 of its 64 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Laurel, Mississippi for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Mississippi Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Admissions Phone Number: (601) 426-6346
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 4,200 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 4,200 |
| Room and board | $ 1,500 |
| Room charge | $ 1,500 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
| Other expenses | $ 800 |
Financial Aid:
Southeastern Baptist College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 243500)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (601) 426-6346
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 | 4 | $33,007 | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 4 | $33,007 | 0 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Southeastern Baptist College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | ![]() ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | ![]() |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 10% | ![]() |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | ![]() |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (for open-admission colleges) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in business and management (for open-admission colleges) | Top 20% | ![]() |
Notable:
Baptist affiliation
Open admission
Accepts some high school credits
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Career counseling
Remedial classes for students
Offers campus housing
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
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