The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary: Review & Facts

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The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is a small four-year, private not-for-profit school with 4,340 students enrolled. This college was originated in 1859 and is one of the 14 colleges and schools located in Louisville, Kentucky.

The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is affiliated with Southern Baptist Church.

Academic Offerings



Majors
Offered
15
Fair
The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary will give you the option to get a 1-year certificate, associate's degree, 2-year certificate, bachelor's degree, postbaccalaureate certificate, master's degree, or doctoral degree.

The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary follows a semester-based curriculum calendar system and offers enrollment in 15 majors. The most popular concentrations are Theology and Religion, Business, Management, General Studies, and Philosophy. Read the details about Majors offered at this college and see program Ratings against other colleges and schools.

It is worthwhile to know student retention and graduation rates when you apply to a school to get your diploma or to engage in a long-term study; high retention and graduation rates are usually a positive sign. Nevertheless, if you plan to transfer or take non-credit coursework, these metrics are not important.

Student Retention
82%
Good
The student retention rate at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is high at 82% (well above Kentucky average). Considering this statistic, it seems that students enjoy their stay at this school.

The graduation rate at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is low: 42%.

Student to faculty ratio at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is reasonably decent -- 19:1. Find out more details regarding faculty at this college in the Faculty & Salaries report.

Tuition and Loans



Tuition and fees per year
$11,900
Medium
Average tuition prices are close to the nationwide median - $11,400 per academic year. The additional fees at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary not covered by tuition are nearly $500; this makes it a total of $11,900 per year.

Read the details about The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary additional charges as well as availability of loans and likelihood of repaying them upon graduation in the Tuition & Loans report for this college.

Admissions Information



Acceptance
Rate
77%
Doable
As reported in recent data, 343 applications were submitted and 265 were accepted, so it is relatively easy to get admitted at this school.

The school might accept dual credits for admission.

Check the details about admissions as well applicants' SAT and ACT test scores at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in the Admissions and Tests report for this college.

Opportunities and Services



Dormatory
Annual Price
$4,500
Medium
The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary provides a distance learning option and evening/weekend study opportunity, which is an amazing option for those who work full-time.

There are options for on-campus part-time employment at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, which allows students to cover some of the tuition expenses. Additionally, this school helps students to evaluate their career options and find a full-time job upon graduation.

The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary provides on-campus housing. Dormitory capacity at this college accommodates nearly 600 students, which provides a viable on-campus housing opportunity. The room price is relatively low -- approximately $4,500 per year.

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