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General Contact
- School Code: 248500
- Phone: (314) 344-4440
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ACCEPTANCE RATE
100.00%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
18:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
30FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$4,423Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Missionary Studies Degree
Both Missions and Missionary Studies are areas of study focused traveling to proselytize and perform ministries of service. Degree program at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminarys in missions and missionary studies may provide students with specific areas of emphasis such as literacy, education, health care, social justice, economic development, or belief-centered ministry depending on the track and school program. Get more details below including other Missouri colleges that offer missionary studies degrees.
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Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary (MBTS)
2 Soccer Park Drive, Fenton, MO
Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, located in Kansas City, Missouri, was founded in 1957 to provide individuals with a school dedicated to providing a faith based education. The school is operated by the Baptist Church and is dedicated to exploring the Christian faith, providing programs that expand upon theological ideas and educate individuals with skills necessary to spread the word of God. Faculty members serve as guides in this purpose, operating as deacons and educators and participating in the church's ministry.
Academics
Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary offers multiple programs in the various aspects of faith. These programs may result in a diploma, associate, bachelor, master or doctoral degree. The school serves as a center of Christian education, offering interested individuals programs for furthering their knowledge of the Christian faith and how to impart it to others.
Programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
Students interested in enrollment at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary may complete the application for admission to be considered. Students must submit all required documentation, and if under the age of twenty one they must also supply ACT test scores. Students must also obtain a recommendation from their pastor. Financial aid is available in the form of grants and loans. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) must be completed and submitted to determine eligibility and awards. Students may also apply for scholarships. Scholarships may be awarded top students for a variety of reasons and require a separate application to the scholarship's overseeing body.
Students Enrolled in the Missionary Studies Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. MBTS has offered the following programs for students:
- Less Than Two-Year Award
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
Graduates | |
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Less Than Two-Year Award | 0 |
Associate's Degree | 5 |
Bachelor's Degree | 13 |
Master's Degree | 0 |
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 8 |
Female | 10 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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White | 17 |
Multiple Races | 1 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Students who have completed the Missionary Studies program at MBTS, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:Directors, Religious Activities and Education
Description
Plan, direct, or coordinate programs designed to promote the religious education or activities of a denominational group. May provide counseling and guidance relative to marital, health, financial, and religious problems.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, directors, religious activities and education employment is expected to grow at a rate of 4.3% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- St. Louis, MO-IL
- Total Employment: 130
- Average Hourly Rate: $18.06
- Average Annual Salary: $37550
Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary
Description
Teach courses in philosophy, religion, and theology. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, philosophy and religion teachers, postsecondary employment is expected to grow at a rate of 11.6% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- St. Louis, MO-IL
- Total Employment: 190
- Average Annual Salary: $65310
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give an overview of the students MBTS accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary may offer services like those listed below:
- Online classes
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Remedial courses
- Work study style employment
- Employment search assistance