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FINANCIAL AID RATE

77%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

8:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

20

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$660

Average 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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Christian Studies Degree

The broad-based Christian Studies is an area of study focused on Christianity. Students pursuing a degree in Christian Studies will likely be exposed to foundational biblical and theological studies providing a strong basis for Christian ministry and leadership. Get more details below including other Louisiana colleges that offer christian studies degrees.

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New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary (NOBTS)

2000 Lakeshore Drive, New Orleans, LA

New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary is a Southern Baptist affiliated school located in New Orleans, Louisiana, which maintains a seminary for students seeking to become priests. Approximately two thousand students are enrolled annually at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary offers several programs for students to choose from. The more popular programs among students are listed below:

  • Ministry
  • Biblical Studies
  • Christian Studies
  • Missions, Missionary Studies and Missiology
  • Religious Education

Students applying for admission are generally required to submit an application, school records, as well as any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by admissions staff.

NOBTS also provides services for students in the form of career guidance & assistance for students in need of help, daycare assistance for students with children, and job placement options.

The cost of this school's tuition is approximately $4,800 for graduate students and approximately $6,300 for undergraduate programs annually. The prices may change for any number of reasons, and as such students should visit the school's price of attendance calculator to identify their individualized cost of attendance. Housing may be offered for those that want to live on-campus at an estimated cost of $2,200 annually. Financial aid may be offered to potential students that meet the necessary requirements.

New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary has been accredited by the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools since 2007. To learn more and get consumer disclosures, you can visit nobts.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Christian Studies Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary has offered the following degree levels for students:

  • Less Than One Year Certificate
  • Associate's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

 Graduates
Less Than One Year Certificate2
Associate's Degree40
Bachelor's Degree148

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male173
Female17

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Black17
Hispanic6
White102
Non Resident Alien7
Unknown58

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 Christian Studies program at NOBTS, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:

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

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 you an idea of the applicants New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and recent graduates, New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary may provide services including:

  • Online classes
  • Career path counseling
  • Student employment
  • Assistance to find work
  • Day care for children