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ACCEPTANCE RATE

68.00%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

57%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

14:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

10

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$1,473

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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Missionary Studies Degree

Both Missions and Missionary Studies are areas of study focused traveling to proselytize and perform ministries of service. Degree program at The Southern 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 Kentucky colleges that offer missionary studies degrees.

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The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary

Also known as SBTS, Southern Seminary

700 College Rd, Cumberland, KY

The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, located in Louisville, Kentucky, is a school dedicated to providing a comprehensive education. The school maintains a Southern Baptist affiliation, and offers studies through its seminary. Over two thousand students enroll at SBTS annually. Over ten different programs are offered at SBTS, including degrees as high as a Doctor's degree. The more popular programs among individuals are shown below:

  • Ministry
  • Theology
  • Missions, Missionary Studies and Missiology
  • Religious Education
  • Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries
  • Religious, Sacred Music

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be required to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school transcripts, which are then studied by admissions staff.

The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary also provides services for students such as career guidance for students in need of help, flexible scheduling for those with difficult working schedules, and job placement options.

The cost of tuition is close to $13,000 for graduate students and about $16,000 for undergraduate students annually. The prices may change for any number of reasons, and as such students should use the school's price of attendance calculator to understand their cost of attendance. Student housing is available on-campus for potential students. The yearly cost of housing is around $2,600. Some students at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary may be eligible for financial assistance, which is typically provided as scholarships, grants, and loans.

This school has been accredited by the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools since 1938. Get more information by clicking on the link to visit the school's official website, where you can see programs available, financial aid & tuition, and disclosures.

Students Enrolled in the Missionary Studies Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. SBTS, Southern Seminary has offered the following program levels for students:

  • Less Than Two-Year Award
  • Less Than Four-Year Award
  • Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
  • Master's Degree
  • Doctorate Degree
  • Doctorate Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

 Graduates
Less Than Two-Year Award0
Less Than Four-Year Award0
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate2
Master's Degree28
Doctorate Degree11
Doctorate Degree7

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male41
Female7

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Black1
Hispanic2
White36
Non Resident Alien8
Unknown1

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

Upon completion of the Missionary Studies program at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

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

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).

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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and recent graduates, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary may provide services like those listed below:

  • Online classes
  • Remedial instructional courses
  • Academic counseling for students
  • Employing students to lower education costs
  • Helping students find work after graduation
  • Day care