The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is located in Louisville, Kentucky (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. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary had 3,263 enrolled students in 2005. A very high share of students at the school are male.
A lot of students at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary attend part-time.
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
Admissions Phone: (502) 897-4617
Financial Aid Phone: (502) 897-4206
http://www.sbts.edu
The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Religion And Philosophy | 405 | ministry, theology, religious education, missionary studies, religious music |
Number of programs and degrees for The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| First-professional degree | 189 | 1 |
| Doctor's degree | 82 | 4 |
| Master's degree | 76 | 4 |
| Bachelor's degree | 51 | 1 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 5 | 4 |
| Associate's degree | 2 | 1 |
In 2005, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary had a total enrollment of 3,263 students (2,681 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 74% |
| Women | 26% |
| Full-Time | 90% |
| Part-Time | 10% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 32% |
| Graduate | 25% |
| First Professional | 44% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 82% |
| Black | 5% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 7% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Other Races | 3% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 15% |
| 18-19 | 13% |
| 20-21 | 13% |
| 22-24 | 14% |
| 25-29 | 16% |
| 30-34 | 9% |
| 35-39 | 8% |
| 40-49 | 9% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Kentucky | 29% |
| Indiana | 16% |
| Tennessee | 10% |
| Ohio | 8% |
| Alabama | 6% |
| Texas | 5% |
| Georgia | 5% |
| Florida | 5% |
| Massachusetts | 3% |
| Illinois | 2% |
| Pennsylvania | 2% |
| Oregon | 2% |
| Colorado | 2% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 77 % |
| Part-Time | 47 % |
The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary offers campus housing for 445 of its 2,681 (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 | 174 | 149 | 86% | 130 | 87% |
| Men | 132 | 111 | 84% | 96 | 86% |
| Women | 42 | 38 | 90% | 34 | 89% |
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 |
Admissions Phone Number: (502) 897-4617
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 5,010 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 5,010 |
| Room and board | $ 2,360 |
| Room charge | $ 1,720 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,600 |
| 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)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (502) 897-4206
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 36 | 2 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 27 | 1 |
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 | 33 | $63,369 | 2 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 16 | $52,696 | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 14 | $43,283 | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 63 | $56,195 | 3 | $50,257 |
*: 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 4% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | ![]() ![]() |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | ![]() |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 9% | ![]() |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (colleges not offering open-admission) | Top 18% | ![]() |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | ![]() |
Notable:
Southern Baptist affiliation
Offers distance learning
Offers weekend classes
Career counseling
Career placement services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Offers campus housing
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
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