Southern California Seminary is located in El Cajon, California (a large suburb). The school is a Southern Baptist school. Southern California Seminary is a private, not-for-profit institution. The highest degree level offered by the school is the Doctoral degree.
Southern California Seminary is known for its programs in therapy and counseling and religion and philosophy.
The school does not offer open admission.
Southern California Seminary had 219 enrolled students in 2005. A very high share of students at the school are male.
A lot of students at Southern California Seminary attend part-time.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"To bring glory to God by assisting local churches to equip belivers of various cultures and languages to live and minister Biblically based on the inerrant Word of God. This equipping includes building Biblical knowledge, Christian character, and ministry skills, all at modest tuition."
More complete details are provided below.
Southern California Seminary
2075 E. Madison Avenue
El Cajon, CA 92019-1108
Admissions Phone: (619) 590-2129
Financial Aid Phone: (619) 590-2118
http://www.socalsem.edu
Southern California Seminary awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Religion And Philosophy | 39 | religious education, ministry |
| Therapy And Counseling | 18 | counseling psychology |
Number of programs and degrees for Southern California Seminary in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Master's degree | 40 | 2 |
| Bachelor's degree | 10 | 1 |
| First-professional degree | 4 | 1 |
| Associate's degree | 3 | 1 |
In 2005, Southern California Seminary had a total enrollment of 219 students (176 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 75% |
| Women | 25% |
| Full-Time | 38% |
| Part-Time | 62% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 39% |
| Graduate | 42% |
| First Professional | 19% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 46% |
| Black | 11% |
| Hispanic | 11% |
| Asian | 12% |
| Other Races | 7% |
| (Foreign Students) | 14% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| California | 100% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 60 % |
| Part-Time | 100 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of El Cajon, California for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other California Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 36 | 34 | 94% | 8 | 24% |
| Men | 30 | 28 | 93% | 6 | 21% |
| Women | 6 | 6 | 100% | 2 | 33% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Admissions Phone Number: (619) 590-2129
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 8,100 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 8,100 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,242 |
Financial Aid:
Southern California Seminary participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3332300)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (619) 590-2118
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 4 | 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 | $48,468 | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 3 | $48,468 | 0 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Divinity/Ministry (BD, MDiv)
Religious Education
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Southern California Seminary Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | ![]() |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 17% | ![]() |
| Minority % of student body (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 19% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 20% | ![]() |
Notable:
Southern Baptist affiliation
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Offers part-time study
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