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Asbury Theological Seminary

Asbury Theological Seminary, also known as ATS, is located in Lexington Avenue, Wilmore, Kentucky. It was founded in 1923 by Henry clay Morrison who was also the first president of the institution. In addition to its main campus, it has another campus located in Orlando, Florida. Asbury Theological Seminary offers a number of degrees in various areas of study. The student body enrolls students from over 40 countries around the world.

ATS provides a number of scholarships including the Dr. J. Ellsworth Kalas Pastoral Scholarships, Trustee International Scholarships, Postgraduate Support Scholarships, and Special Scholarships for MA/M Div Students, as per the requirement of the students. Many students of ATS have gone on to become famous. Some notable alumni are Ted Strickland, an eminent figure in the field of politics; and Jacob DeShazer, member of the Doolittle Raid.

Campus Location

204 N Lexington Ave
Wilmore, KY 40390-1199
USA
Main Tel: (859) 858-3581
Web Site

The campus is in a town not far from a more urbanized area.

Highlights

Where the school stands out most compared to other schools (details below):

  • Interdenominational religious affiliation.
  • Many students concentrating in religion and philosophy.
  • Many mature (40+ year old) students.
  • Large number of students.
  • High male/female ratio.
  • High faculty salary.
  • Superior share of faculty on tenure track.

Other important characteristics:

  • Faculty tenure system
  • Library on-campus
  • Campus housing available
  • Student meal (board) plan
  • Study abroad option
  • Distance learning available
  • Weekend study option

Degrees Awarded (in 2008-2009)

DegreeTotal
Earned
Different
Programs
First-professional degree1641
Master928
Doctorale522
Postbaccalaureate certificate61

Students

Student enrollment was 1,603 in 2007-2008 (1,152 full-time equivalent).

graduate students are 50% and those seeking first-professional graduate degrees represent 50%.

Tuition and Other Costs (2008-2009)

ItemCost
Room$ 1,700
Board$ 1,460

Financial Aid: Asbury participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.

Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.

Housing and Meals

Asbury provides on-campus housing for 146 of its 1,152 (full-time) students (as of 2008-2009).

Students may purchase a meal plan which includes 10 meals weekly.

Programs of Study

(Number of degrees awarded in 2008-2009 in parentheses)

RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY (301 awarded)

  • Bible/Biblical Studies
  • Divinity/Ministry (BD, MDiv)
  • Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology
  • Pastoral Studies/Counseling
  • Religious Education
  • Theological and Ministerial Studies
  • Theology/Theological Studies
  • Youth Ministry

THERAPY AND COUNSELING (13 awarded)

  • Counseling Psychology

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