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The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, commonly referred to as SBTS, is a private, Baptist Learning Academy situated in Louisville, Kentucky, United States. It was established in the year 1859. The Seminary offers various undergraduate, postgraduate, professional, doctoral, and diploma programs in diverse areas of study. The Seminary offers classes through the following schools:
SBTS’s campus is home to various registered student clubs and organizations for the overall development of the students. Some of these are the Association for Evangelists, Graduate Club, Hymn Society of the United States and Canada, and Intercultural Student Fellowship.
The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is located in Louisville, KY (a large city). The school is a Southern Baptist school. The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is a private, not-for-profit institution. The highest degree level offered by the school is the Doctoral degree.
The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary has a tighter focus on specific areas of study than most colleges its size. The school is known for its programs in religion and philosophy.
The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary does not offer open admission.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary had 3,190 enrolled students in 2007-2008. A large number of students at the school are 40 years old or older. A very high share of students at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary are male.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Under the lordship of Jesus Christ, the mission of The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is to be totally committed to the Bible as the Word of God, to the Great Commission as our mandate, and to be a servant of the churches of the Southern Baptist Convention by training, educating, and preparing ministers of the gospel for more faithful service."
More complete details are provided below.
The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
2825 Lexington Rd
Louisville, KY 40280-0001
General Phone: (800) 626-5525
http://www.sbts.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Religion and Philosophy | 598 | ministry, theology, religious education, missionary studies, religious music |
Number of programs and degrees for The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| First-professional degree | 287 | 1 |
| Master's degree | 119 | 4 |
| Bachelor's degree | 96 | 1 |
| Doctor's degree | 84 | 4 |
| Associate's degree | 12 | 1 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 0 | 4 |
In 2007-2008, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary had a total enrollment of 3,190 students (874 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 57% |
| Women | 43% |
| Full-Time | 88% |
| Part-Time | 12% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 19% |
| Graduate | 34% |
| First Professional | 47% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 84% |
| Black | 4% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 8% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 3% |
| 20-21 | 5% |
| 22-24 | 17% |
| 25-29 | 30% |
| 30-34 | 16% |
| 35-39 | 11% |
| 40-49 | 12% |
| 50-64 | 6% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 78 % |
| Part-Time | 57 % |
The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary offers campus housing for 670 of its 874 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Louisville, Kentucky for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Kentucky Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 122 | 77 | 63% | 77 | 100% |
| Men | 74 | 44 | 59% | 44 | 100% |
| Women | 48 | 33 | 69% | 33 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| 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 |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 7,235 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 7,235 |
| Room and board | $ 2,360 |
| Room charge | $ 3,135 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 1,700 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,700 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,500 |
Financial Aid:
The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 198200)
The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 37 | 2 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 5 | 0 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 26 | 1 |
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 | 39 | $73,617 | 2 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 13 | $60,404 | 0 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 14 | $45,927 | 0 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 68 | $64,313 | 3 | $51,814 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Divinity/Ministry (BD, MDiv)
Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology
Religious Education
Religious/Sacred Music
Theology/Theological Studies
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Southern Baptist affiliation Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching
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